In any entrepreneurial endeavor, there is no right way; there is only the way that works. As an entrepreneur and an investor, I’ve developed a “5M” method to help entrepreneurs turn their ideas into an investable business. This is also the framework I use to make early stage investments. These areas of focus allow me to work “on” the business throughout the week—preparing the business for growth and potential investor interest. I’d like to share these five key areas of focus with you.