Thinking about investing your money can feel like standing on the edge of a big adventure. You might be excited about the chance to make more money, especially if you hear about a great opportunity. But, it’s also normal to worry. What if things don’t go well? Investing in tech sounds cool but also pretty complicated.

We’ve been around startups for seven years. We’ve seen some succeed and some fail. We’ve also missed out on some chances because we weren’t investing back then. And we’ve seen other investors miss out, too.

Things to Keep in Mind Before You Invest

If you’re thinking about investing, or even if you’ve done it before but are looking for your next step, here’s some advice from what we’ve learned:

1. Join a Group: If you’re new to this, it’s smart to hang out with people who’ve invested before. There are lots of groups out there that focus on different things, so you can find one that matches what you’re interested in. We like working with newcomers in technology, so we look for investors who get what these startups need.
2. The Team is Key: Even if the product seems great, what really matters is the people making it. Your money and what you know can really help a team. This is what “smart money” means—when your investment brings more than just cash, like good advice or connections.
3. Keep Learning: To keep your investment safe, you need to know more than just the basics. It’s good to have people around who can help you understand the tech, the legal stuff, and the money details. This can help you figure out what’s going well and what needs to get better.

Starting Your Investment Journey

No startup is perfect from the start. They need advice, coaching, and, of course, money to grow. Getting involved with the right group of people can seem tough, but just start talking to people. Listen to different ideas about investing, and your chances of doing well will get better.

In short, there’s no perfect time to start investing. It’s about finding a good opportunity, the right people to learn from, and having the right attitude. With these things in mind, you’re ready to start your investment adventure.

Our first Investment Pitch Day this year is coming up on April 25th, if you would like to attend send us a note Contact@GSA.vc