Maybe you enjoy flexibility, running meetings, or delegating work. Or perhaps you have a brilliant idea you’re sitting on. Whatever it is, running your own business puts you in the driver’s seat.

Being your own boss offers immense independence — but it also comes with increased responsibilities. If you’re going to succeed, you must be flexible, patient, and plan carefully. But if you can’t stop thinking about turning your side hustle into a full-time gig or a business idea into reality, it’s likely worth the effort.