While I started to learn because of a critical need, I wish I had done so years (or even decades) earlier. And I believe now everyone should learn programming.
⭐️⭐️⭐️ As I started my 1st bootstrapped startup, I deep dived into understanding how platform businesses are built. This book was the most valuable and most comprehensive resource for me.
My learnings (so far) as a current founder, exited founder of a bootstrapped Startup and former executive in VC-backed B2B SaaS Startups ($1M-$10M and $10M-$100M ARR).
Every situation has something positive to it - or will trigger something positive later on, even if it's just learning something that will help you in the future.
I am somewhat disappointed by Linkedin. When I signed up 13 years ago, the premise was that you could build your professional network - a digital Rollodex.
Ultimately, it is not about doing everything oneself. Low-value tasks should be delegated. Tasks for which your skills are not good enough, should be delegated.