Leaving Finance to start my own business?

I've worked at PwC for about 5-6 years, but I've been considering leaving my current job for a more risky take. I'm relatively young (late 20s), and it's been a dream of mine to start my own company. What are your thoughts on making a decision like this -- do you think it's ridiculous to leave a stable job at a great company for something uncertain?

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E*Trade cbEV72 Jan 25, 2020

In America it’s the way to go if you can pull it. This is the best place for entrepreneurs.

Goldman Sachs 🤙🏻MrYang Jan 25, 2020

Do you have a business running already? If not, why not start while you're working and have stable income. Leave your job once your business starts to bring in money.

PwC rPea21 Jan 28, 2020

I don’t have much experience/advice in starting a business, but I feel you. In my early 30s and can’t resist the urge to start something of my own even though I don’t really have an idea. Personally if you are a CPA I feel if you maintain the status and keep abreast of the industry I feel the accounting skill is always handy and can be a safety net if your entrepreneurial endeavor does not work out. But it might work for some people, I find it will be difficult to keep a business while maintaining a career at PwC. It’s not a job you can just slack through the day and be ok, especially you have been there for 5-6 years and in a managerial role. Anyways doesn’t seem like I offer any tangible advice...just some compassion here and wish u all the luck!

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oHFw25 Jan 28, 2020

I don;t think it's ridiculous! I'd say start by "piloting". Volunteer your time with a start-up you admire. Start something small on the side before you leave your current job. I personally am risk adverse, but I'd rather think of myself as a calculated risk-taker. Validate that you actually like starting your own thing vs just liking the idea of it. It's a big change, so "pilot" and test the water before you jump in.

Hyundai Capital America hjcho928 Feb 6, 2020

If you have a great business idea, why not! As you get older and build your family, taking such risk no longer becomes even an option to ponder about. PwC is a great workplace, and solid accounting skills would always be a great facet in life, but in your heart you will know whether you can stay complacent or will always have that itch/regret for entrepreneurship. Pilot something and test the waters. Good luck!