Is Investing Only for the Lazy?

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#1Nov 16, 2020, 02:09 PM
Saw the title and thought it was wild. But after diving into Iyinoluwa Aboyeji's take, it’s really entrepreneurship vs just putting your money somewhere. His point about Elon Musk is interesting Musk didn't just sit back and invest; he was in the trenches with Tesla and SpaceX, making it happen. That makes a difference.
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k3v1n.lynxHero Member
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#2Nov 16, 2020, 02:25 PM
Investing isn’t for lazy people at all. You gotta be disciplined to either run a business or invest wisely. Some folks thrive as entrepreneurs, while others save and invest their cash. Both paths need hard work and patience, honestly.
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tom_satMember
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#3Nov 16, 2020, 06:31 PM
I disagree with that. Yeah, investment can mean different things, depending on context. Elon Musk as an example isn’t just about his businesses; he has shares in various companies, not just Tesla. So, saying investing is for lazy people doesn’t fit right.
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cyberbitMember
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#4Nov 17, 2020, 09:20 AM
True that. You often need capital to jump into entrepreneurship. Without that initial investment, it’s tough to get started. You can’t build a successful biz if you’re trying to bootstrap without any cash.
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chain1337Hero Member
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#5Nov 19, 2020, 02:59 PM
How is investing lazy if it demands research, knowledge, and solid planning? Honestly, it feels like not investing is more of a lazy move. Those who don’t explore opportunities often end up stagnant.
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WildProtoFull Member
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#6Nov 20, 2020, 12:11 AM
Right? It’s not just about throwing money at something. Investing, even in crypto, requires work and consistency. If you can’t stick to a routine, good luck making it in this game.
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grimtokenSenior Member
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#7Nov 21, 2020, 05:19 AM
Investing is smart, but you gotta know the rules and stick to them. It’s not for the lazy; it’s all about continuous learning and improving. Whether you’re rolling with big bucks or starting small, being consistent is key.
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chain88Member
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#8Nov 22, 2020, 03:52 AM
For sure. It requires a lot of prep work. An investor’s tasks don’t end just at making a deposit. They need to do market research and consider risks involved. Laziness doesn’t fit into that equation at all.
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#9Nov 22, 2020, 08:12 AM
Exactly, the OP didn’t make a strong case for this. Using Musk to claim that investment is lazy? That’s a stretch. Clearly, lazy folks aren’t the ones investing; it takes brains to build wealth.
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mike_gweiFull Member
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#10Nov 22, 2020, 09:44 AM
Investing is a smart move. It’s about making your money work for you. Many live off dividends, and that’s not being lazy; it’s just efficient planning.
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chain2011Senior Member
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#11Nov 22, 2020, 07:45 PM
There are levels to success. Not everyone can handle a business venture, and that doesn’t make them lazy; they might just not be cut out for it.
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lynx1337Newbie
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#12Nov 22, 2020, 07:53 PM
Totally agree; not everyone is meant to run a business. Some brilliant minds make more from investments than entrepreneurs do. OP's Elon Musk example misses that point.
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0xBullNewbie
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#13Nov 24, 2020, 06:01 PM
Totally off the mark. I mean, he came from money and threw cash into projects. It wasn’t just his genius he had the capital from PayPal first.
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fudbusterSenior Member
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#14Nov 24, 2020, 08:25 PM
Investing is hard work. You need discipline and patience. If you can’t handle that, you’re not getting far.
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its_matrixSenior Member
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#15Nov 24, 2020, 10:01 PM
Investment isn't easy. But it takes more than just cash; it’s all about effort and consistency. Laziness doesn’t create wealth, for sure.
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paul.bitMember
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#16Nov 26, 2020, 05:26 PM
Investing and entrepreneurship are different skills. Where do you think all the startup funds come from? Often from investors putting their capital to work.
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wallet21Senior Member
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#17Nov 26, 2020, 10:21 PM
No way is investing just for the lazy. Successful business owners are often savvy investors. If you don’t even look for opportunities, yeah, that’s lazy.
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GrimStakeNewbie
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#18Nov 27, 2020, 07:46 PM
Investing is about delayed gratification too. Buying without research? That’s the laziest move you could make. But if you’re digging into the market? Not lazy at all.
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0xNinjaMember
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#19Nov 29, 2020, 03:01 PM
I’ve run a business and it’s demanding. You need to create a solid foundation and keep up with it. Lazy folks can’t handle that pressure.
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max365Newbie
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#20Nov 29, 2020, 04:54 PM
+1 to all this. Investment isn’t for the faint-hearted. It requires a serious commitment and a willingness to adapt.
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