In any industry you go into, you’re going to have to grind; if the industry is growing and the work is interesting, it’ll help you get through the grind. Avoid industries that are shrinking!

There is no work/life balance for us – it’s insanity! It’s non-stop, and there are so many ups and downs, but I always try to go back to my military service and time at West Point to get perspective. Mentally, I think the ups and downs are the hardest part of entrepreneurship.

Our generation doesn’t go to the VFW, we found startups and shape the corporate sector. Reach out to other veterans and veterans’ organizations – there’s a huge network to tap into.

Figure out what you don’t want to do – the world is your oyster, so it’s helpful to eliminate options up-front. 

Believe in yourself and think big – you can achieve anything if you’re willing to sacrifice for it. Don’t let your mind be a limiting factor when you’re trying to achieve something.

If you’re interested in a career in crypto, but unsure of the security: in my mind, there’s no going back – you’re not putting this genie [crypto] back in the bottle. There’s enough adoption, interest and proven use cases, and I’ve never felt better about career prospects in this industry. It’s all about getting started, finding your skills and interests, and building your network as you apply them. A lot of companies are hiring as fast as they can to keep up with demand!