不定项选择题 If you have ever considered launching a startup, you may feel that it requires an all - in, 100% percent focus, which would mean leaving a full - time job. A new book by Patrick McGinnis, venture capitalist and founder of Dirigo Advisors, argues that all you need is 10% of your spare time to become an entrepreneur. Patrick stopped by the Knowledge @ Wharton Show on Sirius XM channel 111 to talk about the book. The 10% Entrepreneur.
Knowledge @ Wharton: How did you arrive at 10%?
Patrick McGinnis: I did this myself. I was the guy bumbling around in the park room looking for the light switch in my own life. I came out of this experience where my career went into upheaval, and I was looking for diversification. I started thinking, “What’s an appropriate amount of time to spend on things outside of my day job that is meaningful but achievable?” I started at 20%. I thought, that feels like a lot—let me get down to 10%. Over time, I found out that the average angel investor invests 10% of their net worth in side ventures.
Knowledge @ Wharton: How many potential entrepreneurs do you think are scared away because they feel like they are sticking their neck out there, that they have to go 100% or they can’t go at all?
McGinnis: It’s substantial number of people. They look at that and say, “It’s great, but I have a good job. I’m doing something that I always wanted to do. I’m not going to give all that up for the rollercoaster that is entrepreneurship.” I think it’s actually quite pervasive. As I’ve talked to people about the book, I’ve been shocked at how many people throughout society are struggling with this dilemma.
Why 10% is valid according to Patrick? ( )

A Only 10% can be called part - time.

B Patrick himself proved 10% to be plausible.

C 10% sounds very cool. The book sells better this way.

D 10% symbolize a small percentage. It is not a specific number.