Starting a business is essentially a repetitive cycle of these five things: First, identify a real existing need; second, provide a workable solution at the lowest cost; third, someone is willing to pay; fourth, you can consistently repeat this process; fifth, this process can be scaled. As long as you are doing this, regardless of whether you have a company or employees, you are an entrepreneur. Entrepreneurship is not about the lifestyle I want, but about what the world is willing to pay for. It’s not about finding a project, but about building a low-cost validation, quick revenue, and sustainable scaling path. All reliable startups meet at least three criteria: 1. Almost no upfront spending; 2. Generate cash flow quickly; 3. Do not rely on one-time luck. Entrepreneurship is not gambling with your life, but using minimal costs to acquire long-term irreplaceable capabilities.