Robert May of Business Pundit yesterday posted a very insightful article "Why I Quit Entrepreneurship and Got a Real Job". The article is hitting the blogosphere big time and has reached the top ten list for today's most popular posts on del.icio.us. Robert said:

Entrepreneurship is difficult. No matter how smart you are, how well you plan, or how hard you work, there is still lots of luck and timing involved. If you ever consider making the jump, here are some things to think about.

1. Money matters


2. Nobody cares that you are smart or knowledgeable


3. Think about the intangibles


4. Short-term thinking can kill your company


5. Don't max out your credit cards


6. Know how you make money


7. Your estimates are wrong


8. You aren't your own boss


9. Industry contacts are important


10. You don't have any free time


11. Attack everything with enthusiasm


12. Acknowledge your mistakes


13. Keep your integrity


14. Deal with the possible consequences


15. Save your money


16. Start something on the side


17. Go it alone


18. Be ready to accept failure


19. Make sure you enjoy it


20. Train for it.

Pierre Cutler
The Sacramento Executive