Vishwas Kumar warns against quitting jobs for small businesses in viral video

2 articles · Updated · Moneycontrol · Apr 25

Noida-based tech professional Vishwas Kumar shared his failed attempt running a food outlet outside Black Figure gym, highlighting unpredictable costs, low footfall, and operational losses despite a Rs 10,000 rent.
His experience revealed that even selling Rs 15 tea or Rs 90 juice was unprofitable due to fluctuating input prices and hidden expenses, challenging the assumption that small businesses are easy to run.
The video sparked widespread discussion online, with many users echoing caution about entrepreneurship and emphasizing the importance of understanding hidden costs and maintaining financial stability before leaving salaried jobs.

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