Where would you like to be financially?

Are you always in financial need for your projects? When you meet a prospective new financial partner, do you immediately have to ask them if they would like to be an investor?

It isn't wrong to do this, but it isn't wise. It is more comfortable for you and the potential new investor to begin by becoming friends. You can enjoy meeting someone new, and they will appreciate knowing you if finances aren't part of the discussion early in the relationship. If you can go a year or longer as friends, it is helpful.

Why? You have an opportunity to know the person, possibly their family, and their interests. They begin to understand what is on your heart for your projects. They can respond out of a growing friendship in Christ.

When I began, I had to ask for funds the first time I met people. However, it soon became my priority not to begin projects until there was a solid funding base. That allowed me the comfort of not trying to raise funds in a crisis mode. I now have many friends who have not been asked to give. But if finances are needed, they understand the sports, play, and health and fitness vision and mission from our years of communicating as friends.

Scripture to ponder – Matthew 5:16

In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

Key Lesson: When beginning, everyone has some level of urgent need for financial partners. If this continues, you are putting unnecessary pressure on yourself as well as the new people you meet.