As a business owner, equity crowdfunding can be your answer to support and grow your business. On the flip side, have you ever thought about investing in other businesses? If you're willing to shell out $250 for dinner, why not put that money toward stimulating a for-good business or supporting a cause you believe in? This is precisely how our guest Darylle got into the world of private equity investment. In this episode, Darylle Johnson joins us to talk about private equity investment. She tells us how she screens businesses to find out if they're a good investment opportunity. She notes that specific characteristics can make a business stand out and have high returns. However, investing is risky. Darylle's here to share her experiences so that you can learn from them.Bridge the gender gap and help women take one step closer to financial literacy and independence. If you are interested to know more about private equity investment, then this episode is for you!3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:1.  Discover what you need to know about a business before you start investing. 2.  Learn how to approach investing and minimize risk. 3.  Understand that you will make mistakes and learn how to bounce back. Episode Highlights➤   [07:32] How Darylle Got into Private Equity Investment ➤   [18:12] What to Consider Before a Private Equity Investment➤   [22:10] Risks in Private Equity Investment➤   [22:47] SAFE: Stay Away or Do It?➤   [26:04] Understand the Investment Return➤   [27:07] Know the Characteristics of the Business➤   [31:37] Discerning Share Prices in Private Equity Investment➤   [37:01] Learn as You Go➤   [42:43] Look at the Team Composition➤   [45:43] How to Gauge Valuation➤   [50:37] Empower Women in InvestingEnjoyed This Podcast?Write a review and share this with your friends.Connect With MeReady to transform your purpose into an impactful business financial story, profit, and joy? Schedule a chat with me at any time.Resources:➤  Download this Action Guide to help you understand more about private equity investment in Toronto, Canada.➤   Her CEO Journey Equity Crowdfunding Series:Creating Successful Marketing Campaign to Raise Capital - The Journey of Trieste ReadingRaising Capital with FrontFundr: Due Diligence and Managing Finances - The Journey of Jaime McNallyMaking Your Way Through the Legal Side of Raising Capital - The Journey of Julie BogleCreate Your Financial Story Before Raising Capital - The Journey of Vivian RileyPushing Boundaries as a Woman of Colour and Empowering Women Entrepreneurs with Financial Knowledge - The Journey of Stacey Martin