There comes a point when starting a company, when other things have to be dropped. It’s a common thought that goes through my mind. I’m one of those people who don’t believe that true success is built “on the side.”

An analogy I often think of is climbing up a hill with a 100lb bag. While many may think that they can carry a heavy bag and also get to the top, what’s usually the case is that you have to leave the bag behind in order to focus on reaching that point. Many may think that they’re leaving a lot behind (and that might be true), but the end goal is getting to the highest point –– the top.

Nothing can replace that.