Let’s face it, we all want to be something bigger, whether that’s a Ferrari owner, a famous entrepreneur, or even just the best version of ourselves. But here’s the catch: You don’t have to wait. In fact, you don’t need a fancy degree or years of experience. Here’s how to become whatever you want, right now.
The Ferrari Story
I have this friend who owns a bunch of Ferraris—yes, a bunch. And not just any Ferraris, but custom-built, one-of-a-kind masterpieces. So, whenever I see a Ferrari, I’ll shoot him a pic and ask for his thoughts. Once, I sent him a picture of a model and he instantly responded, “2004-something-something. You could grab one for $80k.”
Naturally, I made a joke, “Ah, poser.”
He shot back, “No, the value of the car doesn’t matter. If you own a Ferrari, you’re a Ferrari owner.”
The Entrepreneur Story
Another time, I was chatting to someone at a networking event. He said, “I really want to be an entrepreneur, but it’ll take years before I can start my business.”
I smiled, thinking of my Ferrari friend. “You don’t need years. Sign up for Uber, get your first ride, and boom, you’re an entrepreneur.”
The point is, you don’t need to be a millionaire or have a flashy title. Start with what you can. Whether it’s giving music lessons, freelance gigs, or even tutoring—it all counts. Entrepreneurship is just a mindset.
Get Out of Your Own Way
As the Stoic philosopher Seneca said, quoting Epicurus, “The fool is always getting ready to live.” We often put off what we want to do, thinking we’ll need more preparation first. But here’s the thing: the moment you start, you are what you want to be.
For example, you don’t have to run a marathon to be a runner. The moment you jog around the block, congratulations—you’re a runner. Same goes for musicians. If you play an instrument, you’re a musician—even if you only know three chords.
So, What’s Stopping You?
Don’t wait for the “perfect time” to get started. Waiting is just an excuse. Whether you’re thinking of starting a side hustle or pursuing a passion project, the key is to begin. The rest will follow as you put in the work.
Start small. Start now. The degree of success will come as you grow. But first? Just start.
And hey, if you’re looking to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey, consider signing up for Uber or another gig-based platform to dip your toes into the waters. You’ll be surprised how fast you get the hang of it!
Ready to Start?
Your future self is just waiting for you to take the first step. No Ferrari needed.