The 5 Levels of Entrepreneurship Framework
A diagnostic framework mapping the predictable entrepreneurial journey through five levels: START (Canoe/$0-120K), BUILD (Rowing Boat/$120K-500K), GROW (Sailboat/$500K-2M), OWN (Yacht/$2M+), and EXIT (Island/liquidity). Each level demands different skills, sacrifices, and rewards. This framework helps you honestly assess where you are, clarify where you want to go, and determine if your current vessel can reach your destination.