Many founders start their businesses as side hustles.

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Arielle Charnas, the founder of Something Navy, said she works from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Insider asked founders whether it's possible to run and scale a startup working four hours a day. Most said it's not possible, with a few exceptions, such as for founders who have side hustles.

Arielle Charnas, the influencer founder of Something Navy, has an unusually short workday.

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