My 2 cents: Work hard and play hard.<p>I run a company, but after work a few nights a week I will code for fun, or go out with friends to eat&#x2F;drink&#x2F;chat.<p>I think if in the future you want to &quot;create a hugely valuable and profitable startup&quot; then being a better programmer will certainly help, but the interpersonal skills  will also be huge.<p>Leading a team, steering direction without conflict, managing conflicting interests - you learn these skills in life, not on a keyboard.<p>PS - why not start a hobby project that encourages you to socialize - an app that reminds you to connect with your friends &amp; suggests common activities :)