🚀 In this real and reflective episode of Champion Reads, Coach Willie Blake and Jon Kovach Jr. dive deep into the realities of entrepreneurship, inspired by the book How I Built This by Guy Raz. If you've ever thought about starting your own business—or if you're already on the path—this episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build something meaningful.💡 Key Topics Covered:Entrepreneurs Are Risk Calculators, Not GamblersTrue entrepreneurs don’t leap without a plan—they assess, prepare, and execute with calculated strategy.It’s Not Natural—It’s a CallingEntrepreneurship demands resilience, discipline, and a high tolerance for uncertainty. It’s not for everyone, and that’s okay.Behind the Scenes: From Lawn Mowers to Snack SalesJon shares how childhood businesses taught him grit and adaptability—traits more valuable than any classroom lesson.Passion Isn’t EnoughLoving to bake cupcakes doesn’t mean you’re ready to run a bakery. You have to manage marketing, finances, operations, and setbacks—like the dreaded “valley of despair.”Execution Beats OriginalityYou don’t have to invent something new. You just have to do something well. Most success stories come from refining or scaling what already exists.Is Entrepreneurship Right for You?Since COVID, side hustles have surged—but not everyone needs to be an entrepreneur. If you love your job, you’re not missing out. But if you feel called—be ready to commit.🎯 Why You Should Watch:This isn’t a hype reel for entrepreneurship—it’s a real talk conversation about what it actually takes. If you're considering launching a business or are in the thick of building one, you'll walk away with clarity, grounded insights, and encouragement for the long game.🌱 Practical Takeaways:You don’t need to reinvent the wheel—just improve it.Don’t start a business because it’s trendy—start because you’re called.Understand the journey isn’t about the product—it’s about who you become.🎙️ Stay Inspired:Subscribe to Champion Reads for honest conversations, mindset breakthroughs, and practical strategies from powerful books like How I Built This.🌐 Explore More:Join the Champion Circle community at https://www.mychampioncircle.com for resources, coaching, and tools to help you grow with purpose.🔔 Don’t Forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe!#HowIBuiltThis #GuyRaz #EntrepreneurshipTruth #RealTalkBusiness #ChampionReads #ChampionCircle #StartSmart #ExecutionMatters #RiskCalculator #ValleyOfDespair #BuildYourselfFirst