Startups vs. Finance During COVID

Hey guys,

I'll be starting at a BB in the coming months, but I've always had an interest in startups. Given the situation with COVID + recession/depression risks, do you think I should hold off on starting my own thing for a bit?

Does jumping off the finance path become harder as you get older? I'm really worry about feeling tied to the career after a few years of work. It seems like right now (i.e. post-college) is when my ability to take the risk with startups is highest?

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