Whether you have recently earned an MBA or just started your own business, the question of where and when to spend your newly earned dollars is always at the forefront of your mind. You want that new business phone to go with the new car, the flat-screen HDTV to go with that new high-definition TV set, and of course, those designer clothes to go with that incredible evening dress that you have had your eye on since you were a little girl. Spending your hard-earned dollars wisely is important. This article will help you learn some useful tips about where and when to spend your newly-earned dollars.
Start your investing days early. Your first impulse is probably the one to start throwing your money at the first business that comes up on your list. However, unless you have done your homework, and have had a chance to do some serious investing in companies before, this is a bad idea. Instead, spend some time doing research so that you are better informed about which companies offer the best return on investment (ROI) for their dollars.
Remember, your money is meant to invest and make money. It is not your personal piggy bank. Instead of dashing out and buying that hot tub, go spend some time learning about other forms of investing and how to get the most out of your money.
One way to do your research is to contact several local small businesses in your area and ask them for their ROI for the last 6 months or so. Then, check their financial statements and reports to see if their business is doing well or not. Pay attention to their profit margins, their sales per employee, as well as the overall sales picture. Where and when to invest your money is going to depend largely on these numbers.
When you know what businesses are doing well, keep an eye on what they are spending. Many times, you can find great bargains that you can pass along to other potential investors. Just be careful that you don’t start investing your money before you have done your homework. And by the way, don’t think that you can just raise a bunch of cash and throw it at any business. Think of your new money like your equity in a real estate investment and spend it wisely.
Now that you have some ideas of where to put your money, you need to decide where you will invest. Will you open a new account and move all your savings over to that new account. Will you start from scratch and purchase a business. The answer depends on what kind of business you want to build.
When you are planning your new venture, focus on your goals before you spend any of your newly raised money. Only spend what you can afford to lose. You cannot spend the money on advertising if you are going to lose your shirt. In addition, only use your personal funds to invest in a business that you can control.
There are many ideas for where to invest your money, but your best bet is to start with where you already have a relationship. For example, if you have a friend that loves to cook, why not start a catering service. That way, you can spend your time focusing on more important aspects of your business, such as advertising. You don’t have to worry about the financial end of things since your friend will pay you for your services. And you can enjoy all of the benefits that come from being your own boss.
