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4-MAY-2024 | Intro from Jason Fried’s “Why am I still doing this?” Post

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Dan Bogachek
May 04, 2024

A post from one of the best internet writers there is. I’m always impressed with how intimate and casual Jason’s tone is. He really talks to you.

If you’re unfamiliar with Jason Fried, he’s a veteran software CEO. He’s built Basecamp and, more recently, the HEY email client. So ‘this’ refers to building more software.

Another point: it’s all driven by ‘why.’ Read the whole thing after you’re done, it’s nice.

Why am I still doing this?

I’ve been doing this for 25 years, so I’ll often be asked why I’m still in it and how I stay motivated.

It ain’t the money, as I’ve been fortunate enough to make more than I’ll ever be able to spend.

I enjoy the work and we have a great crew, each a true pleasure to work with. I remain filled with ideas. So that’s part of it.

But it’s more than that. It’s more of a justice thing, really.

Look at this screenshot.