95% of the people I've worked with or met in startups aren't financially better after the process. But most did leverage the experience to find better jobs/careers...
As for money there are various sums of riches that lead to various life scenarios. At 6 million, I could take a few years off, switch careers and "retire" with a careful eye to expenses. At 10 million, no real job necessary beyond hobbies. At 40 million, I could really invest in projects I believe in and make big differences in many peoples lives. (I currently do assist people and contribute time and resources to various communities, but having serious capital would allow for economy of scale...)
All said, I don't want money, I want the security and the leverage to do good for myself and others. No bling or bottle popping wanted...
As for money there are various sums of riches that lead to various life scenarios. At 6 million, I could take a few years off, switch careers and "retire" with a careful eye to expenses. At 10 million, no real job necessary beyond hobbies. At 40 million, I could really invest in projects I believe in and make big differences in many peoples lives. (I currently do assist people and contribute time and resources to various communities, but having serious capital would allow for economy of scale...)
All said, I don't want money, I want the security and the leverage to do good for myself and others. No bling or bottle popping wanted...