The allure of entrepreneurship captivates many: the autonomy of being your own boss, the satisfaction of earning independently and the ambition to make it big. Yet, beyond this enticing veneer lies a less discussed truth, according to a recent survey by cloud development website Latenode.com. Many entrepreneurs, having poured their resources and countless hours into their ventures, confront a stark reality that exiting involves more than just financial costs; it also means grappling with personal pride and the challenge of starting over.

The Latenode survey found that 36 percent of small-business owners in Utah expressed a desire to leave their businesses but felt unable to do so due to Please log in to see the rest of this story.