The most effective approach to running a profitable operation actually comes down to working smarter, not harder (something i learned the hard way). Passive income is your best friend here businesses like the nightclub and acid lab will keep making money while you focus on other activities, which is really the key to building wealth efficiently.

I always tell newer players to invest in equipment upgrades first, because they significantly boost your production rates (this pays for itself surprisingly quickly). When it comes to supplies, buying them might seem expensive at first, but it's actually more cost effective than spending hours doing supply runs yourself that time is better spent on other money making activities.

Good to know: here's something interesting about location strategy: setting up near los santos or the docks isn't just about convenience, it's about reducing your exposure during sales runs (fewer players tend to patrol these areas). Speaking of safety, you might want to shut down any mc businesses you're not actively using, since they drain money through utility fees and can trigger raids when you least expect it.

For sales missions, i've found that going into quieter lobbies or bringing along trusted friends makes a huge difference in success rates. The ghost organization ability is practically essential here those few minutes of radar invisibility can mean the difference between a successful sale and losing everything. Remember, this game rewards patient planning more than aggressive risk taking.