Chinese would usually like to do business or being self-employed. This is because they can set their own schedule and work from home. You will have more opportunities to increase your income and spend more time with the family.
However, if you are self-employed then you need to consider more on your financial planning. If without a real financial plan in place, you may face a financial disaster in the near future. Here are some concerns that you should address:
Budgeting
There are certain expenses that you would incur in your daily living. But you need to plan your basic monthly commitment. I started my career as a financial planner and my budget strategy is to take into consideration my monthly expenses. I also look into my day-to-day cash flow to identify other expenses that I may not accounted for. Probably I will start with necessities like utility bills, petrol, food then followed by savings.