From security to adventure... confession from a tech entrepreneur
Antoine Monesma
CTO at Gameverse, CTO / Co-Founder at ARZE, Full-stack developer, web/mobile and blockchain, Polish Blockchain Association, Hedera developer
A few years ago, my professional life was following a well-defined path in a large company. Yet, despite a stable career, I felt an emptiness, a need for something more.
It was this lack that finally prompted me to take the plunge into tech entrepreneurship.
Leaving the security of a stable job wasn't an easy decision, far from it. But it was precisely this calculated risk that enabled me to push back my limits and discover aspects of myself I didn't know I had. Every new project, every strategic decision became an opportunity to innovate and grow. I've learned to see obstacles not as obstacles, but as springboards to success.
In the tech world, I quickly realized that excellence was not an option, but a necessity. Every day brings its own technical and strategic challenges. Whether it's optimizing an algorithm or rethinking the user experience, the quest for perfection has become my daily driving force. This perpetual quest has developed a resilience and creativity in me that I would never have suspected before.
One of the greatest revelations of my career has been the need for constant learning. In a fast-moving sector like tech, staying at the cutting edge requires insatiable curiosity and a willingness to learn all the time. This permanent intellectual challenge, far from being exhausting, has become one of my greatest sources of satisfaction.
Entrepreneurship has given me a freedom I'd never known before. The ability to shape my vision, choose my projects and define my own goals is priceless.
However, I soon realized that with this freedom comes great responsibility. Every decision has a direct impact on the company and the team. It's a delicate balance, but deeply rewarding.
This career has not been without obstacles, far from it. There have been moments of doubt, sleepless nights and bitter failures. But every difficulty I overcame made me stronger and wiser. Tech entrepreneurship didn't just enable me to create a company, it transformed me as an individual.
Today, when I look back, it's with a mixture of pride and gratitude. The road I travelled taught me that true success is measured not only in financial terms, but also in personal growth and positive impact on the world around us.
I can't help but think of all the people who have shaped my career. Mentors, colleagues, customers - each and every one of you has helped shape the entrepreneur I have become. Your advice, trust and support have been invaluable assets in this adventure. Entrepreneurship is not a solitary journey, and I'm grateful for every person who has crossed my path and helped me grow.
To those who are still hesitating to take the plunge, I'd say this: perhaps the biggest risk is not to take one. Tech entrepreneurship is a demanding but infinitely rewarding journey. It pushes you to surpass yourself, to constantly learn and redefine your limits.
What's your greatest professional challenge?
How do you see your own path to excellence and fulfillment?
I'd love to hear about your experiences and aspirations. After all, each of us has a unique story to share, and it's by inspiring each other that we can all grow.