January 18, 2024

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“Will people be into this? Will they like it? Is this whole plan gonna work? Can I turn a passion project into a full-time gig?”

Is there a big, crazy idea burning in your head? Nathan Young couldn’t stop thinking about his. In his talk for our San Diego chapter, Nathan describes feeling stuck in a default narrative. The expectation to “go to college, get a job, get married, have kids” just didn’t feel attainable or fulfilling.

Nathan shares the ups and downs of bringing his idea into the world then quitting his job. He realized that by sharing our experiences, we can create a new narrative. So, what will your story be?

Photo by Stacy Keck.

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