@LasVegasLady 233441 wrote:
Sad.. but oh sooo true!
I shared an idea for an invention with someone who had been a friend for years. I thought he may be able to help since he was the CEO for a huge electronics company.
I figured 50% of something was better than 100% of nothing.
He, on the other hand, figured 100% for himself and totally screwing me sounded like an even better deal.
He made a ton of money from the idea.. I got 0.
Keep everything of any importance to yourself… TRUST NO ONE!!!
This is so true! I’ve experienced a very similar situation… On one hand it is so important to surround yourself with a great and intelligent team. However, when you’re just starting out and you have a strong business idea that can be capable of generating a lot of revenue, it may be best to jumpstart things on your own and invite others in after a foundation as been established.