A Life-changing Decision: From Restaurant Owner to Bike Trailer Entrepreneur

TLDRAfter owning a restaurant for over 5 years, I realized it was unhealthy and toxic. So, I made a life-changing decision and came up with the idea of starting a bike trailer business. With the help of my father-in-law, I built a trailer and started my new venture. Now, I'm happier and living a cathartic life transition.

Key insights

🥇Owning a restaurant for over 5 years was a difficult and unhappy experience for me.

🚲I decided to start a bike trailer business as a positive change in my life.

🔨I collaborated with my father-in-law, who is a carpenter, to build the trailer.

🗓️I started my new venture in May and it has been a great life transformation.

⏱️I believe that we should prioritize doing things we love and avoid wasting time on things we don't enjoy.

Q&A

Why did you decide to leave the restaurant business?

Owning a restaurant was taking a toll on my health and happiness. It was a toxic environment for me, so I decided to make a change.

How did you come up with the idea of starting a bike trailer business?

I realized that not having a driver's license was a limitation, but I still wanted to offer a mobile service. So, I came up with the idea of a bike trailer business.

Why did you choose to collaborate with your father-in-law?

My father-in-law is a skilled carpenter, and I wanted to leverage his expertise in building the trailer. It was also a great opportunity for us to bond and work together.

When did you start your new venture?

I started my bike trailer business in May. It has been a rewarding and transformative journey for me.

What is your philosophy on time management?

I believe that time is precious and should be spent doing things that bring joy and fulfillment. We should prioritize activities that align with our passions and avoid wasting time on things we don't enjoy.

Timestamped Summary

13:35I owned a restaurant for more than 5 years, but it was a difficult and unhappy experience.

14:09I decided to make a positive change in my life at the end of my restaurant contract.

14:19I came up with the idea of starting a bike trailer business.

14:24I did research and planning to bring my idea to life.

14:38I built the trailer with the help of my father-in-law, who is a carpenter.

15:04I started my bike trailer business in May and it has been a positive life change.

15:08For me, this project represents a cathartic life transition.

25:22Panzerotti, Foccacia, Peroni Beer, and playing cards are still part of the city's culture.