In this new episode with Alec, Rajiv breaks down the painful truth behind why so many aspiring entrepreneurs never make it past the first stage. Rajiv shares how he became an “entrepreneur by force, not by choice,” and why early praise and empty encouragement almost destroyed his career. Instead of shortcuts and motivational hype, he reveals the real foundations every business owner needs — clarity, leadership, systems, and the willingness to outgrow who you used to be.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated because your business doesn’t seem to grow no matter how hard you work, Rajiv explains the precise blind spots holding most founders back. From mistaking passion for a plan, to building a job instead of a real business, to chasing success before building competence — this episode exposes the patterns that quietly kill 9 out of 10 startups.

This conversation will challenge your assumptions, confront your excuses, and push you to finally evolve into the entrepreneur your future needs.

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