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“You know, in the beginning when your first payroll comes up and you have to borrow money to meet the payroll, you lose sleep the night before, and you say to yourself real fast, 'Well, maybe I should keep working a couple more years. It's sobering.” quote by Bill Kurtis
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“You know, in the beginning when your first payroll comes up and you have to borrow money to meet the payroll, you lose sleep the night before, and you say to yourself real fast, 'Well, maybe I should keep working a couple more years. It's sobering.”

Bill Kurtis

About This Quote

Financial strain can cause anxiety, prompting reconsideration of career choices.

In simple terms: Money problems cause stress and career doubts.

Key Takeaway

Plan finances to reduce stress.

Themes

finance anxiety career decision making

Mood

concerned practical

Type

advice realistic

When to use this quote

  • small business
  • startup
  • personal budgeting
  • career planning

Key Concepts

risk management financial planning

Questions to Reflect On

  • What financial safety nets can you build?
  • How does stress affect your work performance?
A Different Perspective

Short‑term fixes may not address underlying cash flow issues.

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