Comments on: 5 Crucial Lessons I Learned by Starting My Own Business

By: Aparna @ Elementum Money

Aparna @ Elementum Money — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 08:52:32 +0000

I think point no. 5 on your list is so crucial. I am a marketeer by profession but realised by growing interest and passion for personal finance.

Recently, I became a Certified Financial Planner, though my job is still as a marketeer in a bank. I have been at odds as to how to structure the business and start a practice.

I have come to the conclusion that for now I need some hands on experience handling clients’ money and trying to figure out such a role.

By: Jonathan Craig

Jonathan Craig — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 19:02:15 +0000

Creating processes has helped me very much, especially because repeated actions become more efficient and eventually take less time and thought to complete, allowing me to either grow and improve those tasks or use the additional time for other tasks.

By: Tim Seidler

Tim Seidler — Mon, 26 Jan 2015 20:20:59 +0000

100% agree with point number 4. Time and energy are the most important building blocks for startups, in my opinion, and maximized efficiency can help you prioritize the money-making activities a lot more successfully.

By: Jason Vitug

Jason Vitug — Tue, 30 Dec 2014 11:43:48 +0000

Partnerships do present some challenges especially when an agreement isn’t written out in detail. Whenever, I start a collaboration/partnership I prefer a detailed accounting of responsibilities. Most will state it isn’t necessary which baffles me.

By: Rat Race Quitter

Rat Race Quitter — Sun, 21 Dec 2014 17:32:06 +0000

When I was a kid I never wanted to own a business either. I don’t know how but the idea of owning my own business became synonymous with the business OWNING MY LIFE.

It’s been a tough meme to crack, for me too. But I’m gettin there.

By: Simon Cave

Simon Cave — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 21:40:04 +0000

The book that got me started was What I didn’t Learn at School But Wish I had by Jamie McIntyre. Rich Dad Poor Dad is a great one too!

By: Roger Wohlner

Roger Wohlner — Wed, 17 Dec 2014 17:39:47 +0000

Amen and then some to all of those points. Great info thanks for sharing and kudos on all of your success.