I don't think investment is that hard. It's doing the simple things on a regular basis.

Don't invest in anything that you don't understand. Do your research first.

If you don't act now while it's fresh in your mind, it will probably join the list of things you were always going to do but never quite got around to. Chances are you'll also miss some opportunities.

Invest in yourself. Your career is the engine of your wealth.

Before you start trying to work out which direction the property market is headed, you should be aware that there are markets within markets.

Learn as much as you can about your proposed business. Ask questions. Join industry associations. Study successful competitors carefully.

Be prepared for disappointment and frustration. Be persistent and bounce back even more determined to succeed.