My First Million
The best business ideas come from noticing what's working and doing it better, faster, or for a different audience.
“he's not dropping out he's going pro”
What It Means
Reframe leaving education as advancing to professional level rather than abandoning opportunity
Why It Matters
Changes perception from failure to advancement, making difficult decisions more palatable
When It's True
When someone has demonstrated professional-level skills and concrete opportunities
When It's Risky
When used to justify premature departure without genuine readiness
How to Apply
Apply when someone has clear professional opportunity exceeding educational value
Use to help parents/stakeholders understand non-traditional path decisions
Frame career transitions as advancement rather than abandonment
Example Scenario
“Convincing parent that child's gap year for startup is 'going pro' like athlete, not dropping out”