Ironic

Seth makes a interesting point about something I've noticed for a long time. The main point that I find of value is:

It's just too long a ramp up time, too frustrating and too uncertain to be the best path to make a living.

But this applies to more than just writing a blog.

I believe (and live by the idea) that only the people truly passionate about what they do seem to be the ones that do the best. The ones that are famous/wealthy/successful are the ones that didn't set out to be famous/wealthy/successful. The passion gets you over the ramp up time, the frustration and the uncertainty. And most importantly, the passion gives you the drive to focus on doing what is best for your passion and not necessarily for you ego.

Personally, I'm passionate about programming to provide value. I'm passionate about quality. I'm passionate about eliminating waste. I'm passionate about flow. I'm passionate about chasing perfection.

And I do love irony at times...