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Shark Tank investor Kevin O'Leary, also known as Mr. Wonderful, is a shark on the ABC reality TV series. Most viewers consider him one of the most truthful and honest sharks on the show as he informs young entrepreneurs whether their product is a hit or a miss right away. During his time as an investor on the show, Kevin has signed many deals with small business owners and entrepreneurs with a vision.
Kevin shares financial and business advice on his social media accounts as well. In a short clip posted to Kevin O'Leary's official Instagram account, the Shark Tank investor talked about early money investments and how they can grow over time.
In the January 3, 2025 clip, Kevin talked about giving important money-related advice to his kids, but they didn't follow it right away. According to O'Leary, one should "put away" 10 percent of their earnings into investments and "watch it grow." Kevin said:
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"The idea is to take ten percent every two weeks and then just put it away, and then you watch it grow. They didn't do it initially, but they're doing it now."
The January 3, 2025 clip description states the "life changing" yet "best advice" about money:
"I gave my kids the best advice about money: take 10% of your paycheck and invest it in ETFs for the long term. They ignored me at first—but now they’re on board. Simple, effective, and life-changing. Start early, stay consistent, and watch it grow. It’s that easy."
He also shares his wisdom and experiences being the founder of O'Leary Financial Group, which includes O'Shares Investment Advisers, and O'Leary Ventures alongside O'Leary Fine Wines. O'Leary is also a best-selling author of books including Cold Hard Truth on Men, Women and Money, and Cold Hard Truth on Family, Kids and Money.
Shark Tank investor Kevin reflects on the importance of early investments
In the video, Kevin shared the importance of starting investment early and not waiting for the right time. He emphasized that it was necessary to have a huge amount to start investing but a little can go a long way.
As per O'Leary, 10 percent of your current paycheck is enough to start investing for a better future and long-term financial liberty.
The Shark Tank investor recommended his kids use ETFs, Exchange Traded Funds as well as Beanstox to get more knowledge about where to invest. Kevin continued stating that this method was a "simple" as well as realistic for people who are just starting out.
It is also "effective" beneficial for the long term and "life-changing." He mentioned:
"I gave some great advice to my kids about money and they ignored and I said take ten percent of your paycheck and invest it for the long term, use ETFs, Exchange Traded Funds. I told them to try Beanstox, it's an app I got involved in, very easy, you can download it.
Viewers can follow Kevin O'Leary on his official Instagram account to receive financial and business-related advice, fans can watch the previous Shark Tank episodes exclusively on ABC.
