While there's practically zero capital risk, there is a lot of career risk involved if you fail. Many employers avoid failed entrepreneurs like the plague.
I disagree. When reviewing resumes, I'm always impressed when I see candidates starting their own company. It shows ambition, and the will to wear multiple hats... something that startups are always looking for.
Quite the opposite, in my experience.
Any examples? In my experience it's been the complete opposite.