Tom Kawczynski - Off the Record

As the weeks go by, you will probably see me writing more often, but less on this particular blog.  I enjoy sharing my personal thoughts and some of my opinions, but I will be very busy in making sure that The Point gets off to a strong launch.

It is an exciting time.  I've never run a business before, but what I like about it is the idea that my labor will be going to a benefit defined by me.  The realist inside knows that it will be difficult to make a profit anytime soon, if ever, given the state of journalism.  Yet, I think we have a good model, an important purpose, and I so much enjoy working on my own terms.

I've been peering through spreadsheets and flowcharts, setting up forms, and talking about accountants, lawyers, and regulations.  I've learned more about the tax code than I wanted to know, and it does convince me that all these hurdles really only make business more difficult.  In spite of these issues, I find myself in a very good mood.

I like the feeling of making something happen.  If you're sick of being stuck in some job that isn't you, I'd suggest you do likewise.  I know many people find the satisfaction in their lives from things that have nothing to do with work, but if you feel that your work just doesn't allow for expression of who you are, a lifetime is a long time to waste toiling for someone else's vision.