Answer:
My priority in starting a company would be an equity investment. Since equity investment basically means that you are buying a company's shares and become a part owner of that company. This will allow me to receive the company's future profits. Therefore, instead of receiving a steady income, an investment opportunity is better for far greater returns.
I care more about getting an income from it. Selling a company would mean I will only receive one time benefit in bulk. Opting for getting income, even though not in bulk, I will be receiving some amount every month, which if continues, can exceed the bulk amount in a matter of time.