Business vs Talent

Good morning. Happy Monday!

Balancing your time between honing your talent and managing the business side of things can be tricky. It’s like a tug-of-war for your attention and energy. Since time is limited, finding the right mix of both talent and business smarts is key to turning ideas into successful ventures.

People often believe that talent will always shine through—“the cream rises to the top”—but I haven’t seen that play out all the time. The most successful projects I’ve seen have a smooth blend of both talent and business acumen. Think of it like a car: the engine’s essential, but without a good frame, it’s just a pretty piece of metal with no purpose.

No one can do it all, and that’s perfectly fine. Decide where you want to focus your energy, and then find someone who excels in the area you’re less strong in. Whether you’re building something big or small, having a balanced setup with strong talent and solid business sense is crucial.