Who is more likely to be an entrepreneur: A 25-year-old guy or his 50-year-old dad? Everyone knows it’s the kid.
After all, middle-aged people have mortgages and families to support. They need a steady pay check. They can’t afford the uncertainty that comes from running your own business. Young people are the ones who can afford to fail and start over.
It’s a good theory. Too bad it isn’t true.
Contrary to popular opinion and the media’s fascination with young entrepreneurs, baby boomers are more likely to run their own businesses than 20-somethings.
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