Show me the money

I think the bit that I hate the most about "Show me the money, Mr. Investor" is losing control. Even if you bring in an investor with just ten percent, he is still an investor and entitled to his opinions, views and ideas. And if you like being in control then getting some one else in is just one big shouting match waiting to happen.

Been there, done that. Having said that let me add a few qualifications. Every now and then you will find people who are not interested in making money off you but just want to do something for you... You can't judge or guage that sentiment since most people you meet will tell you that that is want they want to do... In my limited experience, only family and sometimes friends are that sincere, every one else fakes it.

So if you need money, how do you get it... Earn it. Every one penny of revenue you bring in is your and has no strings attached except for the fact that you have to work for it. It will be the fastest way for you to raise cash and its cash you can keep.