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The real ROI of business? It's not more revenue. It's the life you get to live.What if the real purpose of building a business wasn't just to scale endlessly — but to design your ideal life and exit on your own terms? In this episode, George sits down with Noah Rosenfarb — CPA, family office founder, investor, and advisor — who has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs build, exit, and live with intention.From $750M in company exits and $1B in real estate investments, Noah shares the secrets of wealth that go far beyond money — including how to avoid common exit regrets, create true time freedom, and build wealth that supports your identity (not replaces it).This is more than a conversation about taxes. This is a blueprint for building a business that supports your life, not consumes it.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The Four Freedoms Framework to align business with lifeHow to create a personal “Opportunity Filter” to vet every offer or investmentWhat most entrepreneurs get wrong about exit planningThe real distinction between tax preparation and tax strategySimple habits that build long-term wealth — regardless of incomeThe truth about passive income and how the wealthy really think about ROIHow to build a healthy relationship with money (and why most don't)The mindset shift from “rat-race revenue” to “rich beyond money” Key Takeaways:✔️Build with the end in mind — Don't wait until it's too late to plan your exit. Most entrepreneurs miss the window or get trapped in the business they built.✔️Wealth vs Money — True wealth is measured in freedom, time, and alignment, not just income.✔️Use an Opportunity Filter — Say no quickly and only say yes to opportunities that pass your personal filters (e.g. ROI on time, alignment with lifestyle, no personal guarantees).✔️Tax Strategy vs Tax Prep — They are not the same. You need both. And strategic tax planning yields the highest ROI per hour for 7-figure entrepreneurs.✔️Audit your habits — Financial freedom starts by spending less than you earn and investing the difference. Sounds simple, but it's rarely done.✔️Identity matters — Exiting your business without building a new identity or purpose leads to depression, regret, and emptiness.✔️Invest your time wisely — Focus on semi-passive income vehicles that don't require your daily presence but benefit from your expertise. Timestamps:[00:00] – Why most entrepreneurs wait too long to plan their exit[02:19] – Meet Noah Rosenfarb: $750M in exits, 5 books, and building family offices[05:27] – The one rule for financial success (that's not so common)[07:35] – Noah's “Opportunity Filter” – a 14-item checklist for decision-making[11:35] – The #1 mistake entrepreneurs make: taxes and lack of strategy[17:01] – Why tax strategy is the highest leverage activity for 7-figure earners[21:04] – Best practices to prepare for windfalls or exits[26:44] – Building a healthy relationship with money[34:22] – Guilt vs. gratitude in spending: a personal boat story[37:20] – The power of prudent planning: save, then ratchet up[40:13] – Passive vs. semi-passive income (and what counts)[43:34] – The “lottery ticket” exercise to design your ideal life[48:58] – Where to start with financial literacy and wealth coaching[53:54] – Why so many entrepreneurs feel regret after the exit[56:16] – Noah's final words: Freedom is the real exit strategyConnect with Noah:Book: Exit Rich Beyond MoneyServices: WellThrive – tax strategy + wealth coaching for US-based entrepreneursMain Site: Freedom Family Office Your Challenge This WeekWhich question from today's episode hit you hardest?Share your thoughts on social, tag @itsgeorgebryant, @noahrosenfarb and @wealthriveinc, or join our community to start designing your exit strategy from day one.Want to build your business with sustainability, freedom, and a bigger purpose?Here are 3 ways we can help:Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ community for entrepreneurs who scale with trust and connection.Apply for 1:1 Coaching – Ready to build your business with sustainability, impact, and ease? Apply here.Live Events – Get in the room where long-term success is built: mindofgeorge.com/event
Troy Horne Broadway Star, Musician, Author, and DAD!Troy Horne is a three-time best-seller author-ing, Star Search contestant-ing, NBC's the Sing Off competing, Steve Miller and Gov't Mule band opening, RENT on Broadway Tom Collins performing, Father of three. As a self-published author he's sold over 287,800 copies of his non-fiction books. (Exiting third person ‘cause I wrote this. HA!) My mission is to help people over 40 live their dream. I wrote a book about it called Middle Management! If you're middle aged and would like some inspiration and motivation as well as some how to you should check it out.Links:https://awesomegang.com/troy-horne/https://www.instagram.com/troyhorneofficial/Tags:Career Transitions,Change Management,Empowering,Family,Personal Growth,Purpose,Troy Horne Broadway Star, Musician, Author, and DAD,Live Video Podcast Interview,Phantom Electric Ghost Podcast,Podcast,Podmatch,InterviewSupport PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page
Today, I'm joined by Chris Van Dusen—serial entrepreneur turned Senior Equity Partner at SoCo Capital. Chris built and sold multiple companies, including one of the world's largest CBD brands, before stepping into the world of private equity and alternative investments.We break down the critical differences between building businesses and investing in them, why luck and timing matter more than people are willing to admit, and how successful family offices and billionaires are acquiring and allocating their wealth.Chris also shares insider lessons on venture capital, private equity, private credit, and even pro sports investing—and how entrepreneurs can apply the same playbook to build generational wealth and financial freedom.In this episode, you'll learn: 1.) Why most entrepreneurs struggle as investors—and the mindset shift you must make to avoid costly mistakes.2.) The real wealth allocation strategies of billionaires and family offices—and how you can use the same playbook.3.) How to evaluate opportunities across venture, private equity, private credit, and alternative assets to build lasting financial freedom.Show Notes: LifestyleInvestor.com/255Tax Strategy MasterclassIf you're interested in learning more about Tax Strategy and how YOU can apply 28 of the best, most effective strategies right away, check out our BRAND NEW Tax Strategy Masterclass: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/taxStrategy Session For a limited time, my team is hosting free, personalized consultation calls to learn more about your goals and determine which of our courses or masterminds will get you to the next level. To book your free session, visit LifestyleInvestor.com/consultationThe Lifestyle Investor InsiderJoin The Lifestyle Investor Insider, our brand new AI - curated newsletter - FREE for all podcast listeners for a limited time: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/insiderRate & ReviewIf you enjoyed today's episode of The Lifestyle Investor, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review.Connect with Justin DonaldFacebookYouTubeInstagramLinkedInTwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tonight's rundown: Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Stand Up for Your Country. Talking Points Memo: Bill explains why progressive leadership doesn't work anywhere in the world and never will. Dr. Owen Anderson, Professor of Philosophy and Religion at Arizona State University, joins the No Spin News to discuss the increase of reverse discrimination on college campuses and DEI narratives. A new poll shows that Americans are losing faith that hard work leads to economic gains. How many immigrants have left the U.S. labor force so far during Trump's second term? The latest on the Trump administration's strike against a vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the Caribbean Sea. Final Thought: Check out our new Not Woke item at BillOReilly.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Entrepreneurs by nature are continuously occupied with running their business and wearing multiple hats throughout the day just to keep things running smoothly. Unfortunately, that leads entrepreneurs into making a number of common mistakes. Mistakes that damage the long-term success and potential of their business. Listen to the latest episode of the podcast to learn about the four most common financial mistakes entrepreneurs make that put the future of their business at risk, and how you can avoid them. Many entrepreneurs find themselves underserved when it comes to financial planning and often rely too heavily on their CPA for financial advice. One common mistake entrepreneurs make is assuming that as long as they meet payroll, stay current on taxes and receive payments from customers, their business is financially healthy. The problem is CPAs primarily focus on looking backwards and reviewing the previous year or quarter to meet tax filing deadlines, instead of looking forward and making strategic plans for the following year. Proper financial planning can help your business reduce its tax liability and increase its profitability. Another common mistake is entrepreneurs take the profit of their business as income, which may not be the most efficient method of distribution. Proper planning helps find the balance between income and profit. Financial planning can also help you determine whether your business structure is still appropriate for where you are or if it needs to evolve. Financial planning also helps mitigate risk, and there are three major risks that every business faces: death, disability, and divorce. Any of these risks becoming a reality can seriously derail a business and its long-term potential. Entrepreneurs tend to visualize positive outcomes rather than seriously considering what could go wrong and how they should address those potential problems. Having a financial plan can include agreements and other triggering events that can help facilitate a smooth outcome when facing such events. Another common mistake made by business owners is treating the business exit as merely a transaction rather than a transition. Exiting the business involves more than just the sale itself; it requires planning for life after the exit. Owners frequently overvalue their business leading to unrealistic expectations regarding the outcome of the sale. Many business owners also underestimate the time and effort required to prepare for a successful exit. Preparation for a sale can take years of planning, if done right, and should be incorporated into an overall financial planning process. Another common mistake is succumbing to the pressure of spending money to avoid tax liabilities. While tax planning is essential, it should not be the sole, driving factor behind financial decisions. FOMO (fear of missing out) can also lead to poor cash flow management, where entrepreneurs may be tempted to seize every opportunity that comes their way without considering its compatibility with their business vision. By having a well defined cash flow plan, entrepreneurs can allocate resources efficiently, reduce financial stress, and build wealth inside and outside of their business while helping to maintain stability during both prosperous and challenging times. A cash flow strategy is an integral part of an overall financial plan and acts as a roadmap, guiding financial decisions and helping you make the most of the cash flow. Mentioned in this episode: BrianSkrobonja.com Common Sense Financial Podcast on YouTube Common Sense Financial Podcast on Spotify BrianSkrobonja.com/Resources Securities offered only by duly registered individuals through Madison Avenue Securities, LLC. 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In this sharp and savvy episode, host Jaryd Krause welcomes M&A heavyweight Michael Vann—President of the Vann Group and Principal at Eaton Square—for a deep dive into the brilliant… and brutally expensive mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying to grow through acquisition. With 25+ years of deal-making, scaling, and succession planning, Michael’s been in the trenches guiding businesses to multi-million dollar exits across industries from manufacturing to online empires. He’s seen it all—and he’s here to share what not to do when chasing growth. Spoiler: Buying three businesses in six months with zero integration strategy? That’s not scaling. That’s self-sabotage. In this no-fluff convo, you’ll learn: ✔️ The explosive difference between a strategic buyer and a chaotic cowboy ✔️ Why some acquisitions implode and drain value instead of adding it ✔️ How to prep your current business to absorb acquisitions without blowing it up ✔️ The secret to thinking beyond the buy—to integration and exit strategy ✔️ How to build a business so irresistible that even your competitors want to buy it If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe I’ll just buy another business and double my revenue,” you need to hear this.
What does it take to grow a digital marketing agency from nothing to $20M in revenue, and then exit successfully? On the 7 Figure Agency Podcast, Josh Nelson sat down with Jason Hennessey, founder of Hennessey Digital, to unpack his journey. From stumbling into SEO while running a DJ business to becoming a thought leader [...] The post From $0 to $20M: Jason Hennessey's Journey to Scaling and Exiting His Agency appeared first on Seven Figure Agency.
Send us a textIn this episode, host Matt Jones sits down with Jeff Armstrong from Cultivate Advisors—a seasoned entrepreneur and expert in helping business owners unlock the true value of their companies. Building on conversations from previous episodes about buying and selling trade businesses, Matt and Jeff dig deep into what it really takes to prepare your business to be an attractive, saleable asset.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Trade Business Mergers & Sales Insights05:04 Business Owners' Ownership Transfer Blind Spot08:17 "Business Exit Strategy Insights"12:05 Business Health Score Evaluation15:11 "Evaluating Enterprise Value"18:51 Owner Dependency in Business Operations22:21 "Exit Planning Methodology Overview"24:19 "Measuring Success Beyond Financial Metrics"29:32 Transitioning to Paid Marketing Strategies32:47 Business Evaluation and Future Planning34:10 Customized Growth Strategy Blueprint37:31 Discussing Business Exits and ValueTakeaways:Why 70% of trade businesses never sell—and how to avoid being one of themWhat “enterprise value” actually means for tradies, and why it mattersThe top blind spots that keep owners stuck as the main cog in the machineHow to turn your business into a cash cow OR sale-ready assetJeff shares powerful insights into the concept of “enterprise value,” explaining why most business owners mistakenly view their companies as just income producers rather than valuable, transferable assets. The conversation explores common blind spots, key value drivers like owner dependency and financial clarity, and practical steps you can take—even if you're not planning to sell right away—to build a business that runs without you and stands out to buyers or investors. Get FREE marketing insights for your business when you complete the Opportunity Scorecard - https://go.tradiewebguys.com.au/ Don't let your business fall behind—explore the power of AI with Tradie Hub. Visit tradiehub.net to see the innovative AI tools crafted just for tradies. Discover how you can stay ahead and transform your business with cutting-edge technology!
SummaryIn this week's episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Daniel Koonce, Caleb Talley, and Jeff Amerine are joined by Steve Toth, CEO of Crestline Leaders, a company helping high-capacity leaders move their enterprises forward. Steve's entrepreneurial journey is as hands-on as it gets. He chronicled his early days rebuilding Volkswagen motors before discussing his role in co-founding Tango Press, a corrugated packaging startup that he grew and successfully exited.One standout insight was Steve's emphasis on integrating people and culture strategies from the beginning. He argues that no business can thrive or be successfully exited unless it's built on trust, documented systems, and well-defined accountability. Steve explains how risk management, strategy, and a focus on enterprise value need to be front and center, no matter your stage of growth. Additionally, he shared advice for entrepreneurs: think about succession and exit from day one. If your business cannot thrive without you, then there's work to be done. For anyone building a business with an eye toward value creation and longevity, Steve's blend of practical, people-first advice and battlefield-tested experience makes this episode a must-listen!Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(04:27) Building Transferable Business Value(12:06) A Prioritized Risk Management Approach(18:00) The Importance of Enterprise Value in Exiting(25:33) Utilizing a Hands-On Leadership Transition(30:00) Rethinking Work-Life Balance(38:01) Focusing on a Growth Mindset(40:36) Closing ThoughtsLinksDaniel KoonceCaleb TalleyJeff AmerineStartup JunkieStartup Junkie YouTubeSteve TothCrestline Leaders
Ian Lyngen and Ben Jeffery bring you their thoughts on the U.S. Rates market for the upcoming week of August 25th, 2025, and respond to questions submitted by listeners and clients.
Should You Build a Business from Scratch or Buy One that's Already Working?In this episode, Bill sits down with Matt Raad, founder of the eBusiness Institute and veteran business buyer, to explore the world of digital acquisition, business turnarounds, and intentional exits. From a humble start in zoology and manufacturing to flipping multi-million dollar websites, Matt's journey highlights how you can build wealth through strategic business acquisitions.Topics explored in this episode:(07:00) Buying a Bankrupt Business*Working with a shady accountant, buying a bankrupt business, and the accidental M&A lesson.*Early inspiration from Zig Ziglar, Brian Tracy, and “What They Don't Teach You at Harvard Business School.”(10:30) Turnarounds that Worked and One That Didn't*Why Matt's retail experiment failed.*The power of simply raising prices and boosting sales.*Preparing a business for exit with minor tweaks, not reinvention(20:20) Discovering the Digital Goldmine*Moving from bricks and mortar to passive digital income.*Why Matt avoided eCommerce and leaned into affiliate websites.*How his first $20k website changed everything.(26:00) Built to Sell: Why Your Exit Strategy Starts Now*Sell on the way up, not at the peak.*Most founders wait too long and lose their best valuation.(31:50) Equity, Earnouts, and Strategic Sales*PE vs. strategic buyers: which gets you the better multiple?*Stories of regret from entrepreneurs who sold equity too early.*How smart PE groups structure incentives for better exits.(41:55) Shared Ownership Isn't Always a Bad Thing*Why giving shares to store managers and salespeople drives better performance.*A proven incentive structure from one of Matt's mentors.Thanks to Matt Raad for being on the show!Learn more about Matt: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/Listen to Matt's podcast: https://www.digitalinvestors.com/podcast/Bill Gallagher, Scaling Coach and host of the Scaling Up Business podcast, is an international business coach who works with C-Suite leaders to achieve breakthrough growth. Join Bill in the Growth Navigator Coaching Program: https://ScalingCoach.com/workshop Bill on LinkedIn: https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/BillGallBill on YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/@BillGallagherScalingCoach Visit https://ScalingUp.com to learn more about Verne Harnish, our team of Scaling Up Coaches, and the Scaling Up Performance Platform, which includes coaching, learning, software, and summit. We share how the fastest-growing companies succeed where so many others fail. We help leadership teams with the biggest decisions around people, strategy, execution, and cash so that they can scale up successfully and beat the odds of business growth. Did you enjoy today's episode? If so, then please leave a review! Help other business leaders discover Scaling Up Business with Bill Gallagher so they, too, can benefit from the ideas shared in these podcasts.Subscribe via Spotify:
Exiting a business can be one of the most rewarding moments of an entrepreneur’s journey—or one of the most costly mistakes if handled poorly. Many sellers unknowingly leave hundreds of thousands, even millions of dollars, on the table simply because they aren’t prepared for the exit process. Jaryd Krause speaks with Domenic Rinaldi, a seasoned M&A advisor and owner of Sun Acquisitions, who has successfully guided over 500 business transactions. As the founder of K2 Advisor, Domenic specializes in helping business owners understand exactly what it takes to execute a profitable and stress-free exit. Together, they break down the biggest mistakes sellers make when exiting their businesses and how to avoid them. You’ll discover: ✔️ How owner involvement and single-source dependencies can destroy your business valuation ✔️ Why many sellers are blindsided by market shifts, tariffs, and environmental changes ✔️ The critical role of value drivers and how to identify them before going to market ✔️ What can go catastrophically wrong during a deal—and how the right advisory team can prevent it ✔️ Why you should always be “exit ready,” even if selling isn’t on your immediate horizon If you’re preparing to sell your business—or simply want to protect the value you’ve built—this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you exit on top.
AJ Bruno is the founder and CEO of QuotaPath, a leading sales compensation management platform that has secured significant investments, including a $41 million Series B. Serving roughly 1,000 customers, QuotaPath helps organizations align company goals with incentive plans to drive winning sales behaviors.Before QuotaPath, AJ co-founded TrendKite, which was acquired by Cision for $225 million in 2019. He also co-hosts Topline, a podcast on revenue growth and sales leadership.In this episode, AJ shares the stories behind launching TrendKite and QuotaPath, his passion for flying, and his perspective on integrating AI into workflows as a founder. He reflects on his days as a Penn State student, studying abroad in Italy, his first job at Meltwater, and how a terrible boss inspired him to start his first company.Later in the episode, recent Penn State grad Paul Allen joins the conversation. A participant in the Invent Penn State Summer Founders Program, Paul asks AJ for advice on raising venture capital, making first hires, and navigating the challenges of early-stage entrepreneurship.Episode Chapters02:13 - 07:06 Growing up in Pittsburgh, acting and flying07:06 - 12:17 Choosing Penn State, squash club, studying abroad12:17 - 15:38 First entrepreneurial venture at Penn State15:38 - 22:48 First job in sales, advice to students and parents22:48 - 29:15 Terrible boss as a catalyst for TrendKite29:15 - 33:02 The problem that inspired the launch of QuotaPath33:02 - 40:33 Navigating AI and future of QuotaPath40:33 - 43:51 The crazy story that led to AJ launching a podcast43:51 - 45:24 Rapid Fire Insights45:24 - 55:20 Recent student Paul Allen interviews AJAbout AJ BrunoAJ Bruno is founder and CEO of QuotaPath. He graduated from the Penn State Schreyer Honors College with a bachelor's degree in economics from the Smeal College of Business in 2007.About Paul AllenPaul is a spring 2025 graduate of the Penn State College of Engineering. He completed the 2025 Invent Penn State Summer Founders Program with his startup, Reflex Technologies. Reflex is building a wearable electromyography (EMG) sensor that provides real-time muscle activation and fatigue insights to athletes and trainers. The Dare to Disrupt podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Penn State Smeal College of Business.
In this special episode of *Exit The Rat Race*, the roles are reversed: host Daniel Kluken finds himself in the hot seat, interviewed by his mentee, Simon de Raadt. The episode kicks off with Simon "taking over" the show, aiming to dive deeper than previous interviews and explore questions Daniel has never been asked before. **Key Themes and Highlights:** - **Daniel's Journey:** Daniel opens up about his lifelong quest for success—how he chased financial and material achievements, only to realize those external wins never brought true fulfillment. His search led to a process of self-discovery, personal and spiritual development, peeling back layers of identity and confronting uncomfortable truths about himself. - **Exiting the Rat Race (and Re-entering):** Daniel reflects on his departure from the corporate world 12 years ago, initially seeing it as an escape from the “rat race.” He admits that even after leaving, he found himself building a new, self-imposed rat race within his entrepreneurial life, realizing how easy it is to recreate those old patterns, even with the best intentions. - **Balancing Light and Darkness:** A significant insight Daniel shares is the importance of acknowledging both the positive and negative aspects of oneself. He warns against toxic positivity—focusing only on the “light”—and emphasizes the freedom that comes from facing one's darker sides. - **Multidimensional Approach to Growth:** Daniel describes his versatile approach, integrating tools like NLP, breathwork, cold exposure, and energy work. Instead of sticking rigidly to one method, he believes in adapting to what each person needs at any given moment, combining physical, mental, and energetic modalities. - **Relationship and Connection:** Daniel and his fiancée Ingvild, who is deeply involved in energy and Kundalini work, prioritize deep connection—both with themselves and with each other. The episode highlights how their personal practices and morning rituals create a foundation for open communication, support, and inspiration. - **Parenting by Example:** Daniel, who acts as a father figure to his partner's son, discusses the importance of leading by example rather than prescribing strict rules. He shares a touching story about his stepson developing self-awareness at a young age, attributing it to creating a home environment based on authenticity and connection. - **Mentorship Journey:** The discussion moves to Daniel's “Legendary and Free Life in 365 Days” mentorship program. Both Daniel and Simon explain why lasting transformation takes time—building trust, addressing deep-seated patterns layer by layer, and focusing on sustainable growth rather than quick fixes. - **Dynamic Structures & Goal-Setting:** Daniel promotes the idea of dynamic habits over rigid routines, encouraging listeners to check in with themselves and adapt daily, rather than simply ticking off boxes for the sake of habit. - **Living a Legendary Life:** For Daniel, legendary living is now less about external achievements and more about experiencing depth, joy, and honesty within himself. He admits to ongoing limiting beliefs—especially around stepping fully into his own work, independent from the platforms of others. - **Final Reflections:** The episode ends with Daniel's wish for listeners—that they might treat themselves as kindly as they treat their children, letting go of harsh self-judgment and embracing a gentler, more compassionate relationship with themselves. **Call to Action:** Listeners are encouraged to connect with Daniel if they resonated with his story or are interested in his unique approach to personal development, and to subscribe or share the episode. --- This episode is a candid, vulnerable conversation that explores the real, ongoing journey of self-mastery—highlighting the power of honesty, multidimensional growth, and human connection in creating a truly legendary life. ------------------ Thank you for listening. Share it with your network and if you like it give it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. Don't forget to subscribe so you will never miss an episode. Let's connect online: 1. INSTAGRAM: https://snip.ly/2ognlc 2. LINKEDIN: https://snip.ly/u6w6dg 3. WEBSITE: https://snip.ly/ys5h59 Questions? Email us at: contact@danielkluken.com
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Is an “exit” always every startup founder's dream? What do most exits look like? What happens when your dream business becomes someone else's? In this heartfelt conversation, Rob sits down here in Los Angeles, with Lauren Greger, founder of Rent-A-Romper, to unpack the emotional rollercoaster of building—and selling—a startup. They dive into the real cost of chasing success, what it takes to walk away, and why defining your own version of success might be the most important lesson of all. Whether you're a founder, dreamer, or just curious about the startup world, this episode is a must-listen.Feel free to follow and engage with LAUREN here:- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurengregor/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurengregor/We're so grateful to you, our growing audience of entrepreneurs, investors and community leaders interested in the human stories of the Entrepreneurial Thinkers behind entrepreneurial economies worldwide.As always we hope you enjoy each episode and Like, Follow, Subscribe or share with your friends. You can find our shows here, and our new Video Podcast, at “Entrepreneurial Thinkers” channel on YouTube. Plug in, relax and enjoy inspiring, educational and empowering conversations between Rob and our guests.¡Cheers y gracias!,Entrepreneurial Thinkers Team.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurial Thinkers04:47 Defining Success in Transition07:50 Navigating Startup Culture10:57 The Reality of Fundraising13:51 Building a Sustainable Business16:56 The Journey of Exiting a Business19:43 Finding Community and Support22:53 The Process of Selling a Business40:26 Identifying Potential Buyers41:44 Building Relationships for Business Transition44:51 Navigating the Sale Process46:03 The Emotional Journey of Letting Go48:38 The Acquisition and Its Impact51:12 Personal Growth Through Entrepreneurship56:26 Family Dynamics and Business Transitions59:31 Exploring New Interests and Opportunities01:04:39 Key Questions for Entrepreneurs Considering Change
Get 20% off your first Mood order with promo code "VIEWS." https://mood.com Use our code DOBRIK for 50% off your first Wavers order on GoPuff! https://hoo.be/daviddobrik/wavers On today's podcast, David, Jason and Natalie record fresh off of posting David's newest vlog and give you some of the behind the scenes that you didn't see including, visiting Corrinna's farm, how Jason got buried in the yard again, and David reminds everyone that he is indeed straight. Also, Natalie forces David to read a Wavers ad, Jason realizes he's got to stop eating his wife's entree, and Natalie stays over David's and gets accused of farting. And a little bit later David's friend Ryan stops by to talk about his company Charge Fuze and why pickleball at David's house has become his obsession. Listen to Jason's AGT Pod here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6GXDTltzrV6OGPnHCiRUzL?si=O6KHGLm8SB2RxfvaxoakgQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Taylor Cavanaugh's journey is unlike anything you've heard. As a teenager with a criminal record, no one expected him to make it far—let alone become a Navy SEAL. But against all odds, Taylor completed BUD/S and joined SEAL Team 7. Just when it seemed like his life had turned around, legal trouble ended his military career. After being kicked out of the SEALs, Taylor spiraled into addiction and depression, eventually hitting rock bottom. That's when he made a radical decision: to join the French Foreign Legion. In this interview, Taylor opens up about his fight for redemption, what it really takes to become a SEAL, and how he rebuilt his life from the ground up. #NavySEAL #FrenchForeignLegion #AddictionRecovery #TrueStory #RedemptionArc #VeteranInterview #LockedInWithIanBick #militaryjourney Connect with Taylor Cavanaugh: Website: www.taylorcavanaugh.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tcavofficial? YouTube: https://youtube.com/@tcavofficial? X: https://x.com/tcavofficial? Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Get 50% off the Magic Mind offer here: https://www.magicmind.com/IANB50. #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Rock Bottom and Redemption Teaser 00:52 Podcast Introduction & Host Greeting 01:46 Taylor's Troubled Teen Years 03:36 Downward Spiral: Crime, College, and Jail 06:46 Pursuing the SEAL Dream Against All Odds 09:05 The Challenge of Becoming a Navy SEAL 13:41 Family, Discipline, and Early Influences 15:37 High School Life & Personality 19:14 College Struggles & Changing Goals 22:32 Legal Troubles and Military Waivers 26:36 Making It to SEAL Team 7 28:26 Deployment, Success, and the Start of a Downfall 31:45 Self-Destruction: Legal Issues and SEAL Career End 35:15 Life in the Civilian World: Addiction and Pressure 37:00 Hitting Rock Bottom Again 40:44 Homelessness and Suicidal Thoughts 41:43 Moment of Clarity: Choosing Life 42:32 Joining the French Foreign Legion 46:32 Selection Process & Life in the Legion 51:41 Foreign Legion Missions and Brotherhood 57:12 Adapting, Identity Loss & Mindset Shift 01:03:02 Realizations in the Legion: Zen and Discipline 01:09:14 Letting Go & Finding Lasting Happiness 01:14:13 Exiting the Legion and Telling His Story 01:19:41 Legacy, Discipline, and Teaching the Next Generation 01:23:01 Lessons Learned: Regret, Pride, and Redemption 01:26:00 Life in the Legion: Hazing, Culture, and Punishment 01:29:37 Advice to His Younger Self & Parenting 01:31:48 Looking Ahead: Legacy, Purpose, and Impact 01:34:32 Final Reflections & Farewell Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Fat One has returned from Hot Dog Down a Hallway weekend but spends today's LITTLE show sharing his Exiting of the Birth Canal thanks for the social media posts, textamoniums, cards and giftettes. Happy
Cinderella and Mickey Mouse are packing their bags and heading offshore as Disney Cruise Line confirms its exit from New Zealand. The company operated its Disney Wonder ship across the Tasman since 2024 but will relocate to another part of the world from 2026. Cruise Association Chief Executive Jacqui Lloyd told Mike Hosking the fees imposed on ships is playing a big role. She says the costs imposed on ships in New Zealand and Australia is expensive. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Cirrus SR22T in North Carolina killed the pilot and his entire family. The known details of this July 2025 crash raise serious questions about pilot decisions throughout the flight.The pilot was flying from Florida to North Carolina and ran into trouble early in the trip. The plane experienced electrical problems that worsened throughout the trip. Despite having opportunities to land at several airports, the pilot continued. The aircraft ran out of fuel and crashed a few miles from the destination, killing everyone on board.Several pilot decisions increased the risk of the flight, particularly the choice to continue flying after key systems began to malfunction. Also, the aircraft had a parachute system that would have likely saved everyone on board. However, the deployment handle safety pin was not removed pre-flight so the system would not activate. This episode also has some harsh words for the passengers in the recent 737 takeoff incident in Denver who went down emergency exists with luggage. Exiting the aircraft quickly and safely in an emergency is far more important than what is in any carry-on bag. Don't miss what's to come from the Flight Safety Detectives - subscribe to the Flight Safety Detectives YouTube channel, listen at your favorite podcast service and visit the Flight Safety Detectives website. Music: “Inspirational Sports” license ASLC-22B89B29-052322DDB8
Isabella Greene is a metaphysical specialist and author who has been exploring the nature of the afterlife from the age of 17 through astral projection, near-death experiences, and observations at the moments of people's passing. She says that she has developed an ancient yogic technique that enables her to leave her body at will and propel her consciousness beyond the earth and astral realms. This, she claims, offers human souls the only opportunity to exit the reincarnation soul trap for good.Her main website is:www.TheVoidAcademy.net Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-vibrations-podcast--2594848/support.
In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz sit down with Reid Hoffman. Reid was part of the "PayPal Mafia" from back in the late-90s. He sold PayPal to eBay for $1.5 billion in 2002. A few months later, Reid co-founded LinkedIn. Microsoft acquired LinkedIn for $26B in 2016. This interview was special. Reid is an incredible bright, kind, and thoughtful human being. We're so grateful to have been able to host him on the show! ---
Welcome to another engaging episode of The Brand Called You! In this episode, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with John Martinka, known as the “Escape Artist,” a dealmaker with Nokomis Advisory Services and the author of Exit with Style, Grace and More Money. Together, they delve into the intricacies of buying and selling businesses, lessons from deals gone right (and wrong), and strategies for exiting your business with prosperity and pride.Here's a breakdown of what you can expect from the conversation, including important timestamps in question format:
Ready to get your hands on Apple's latest software before everyone else? This episode covers the complete process of enrolling in Apple's public beta program, from signing up to providing valuable feedback that shapes the future of Apple's operating systems. Getting Started with Beta Enrollment - Navigate to beta.apple.com and sign up for the Apple Beta Software Program using your Apple ID, including agreeing to the terms that remind you this is pre-release software Device Enrollment Process - Choose "enroll your iOS device" and follow the streamlined process for iOS 16.4 or later, which no longer requires downloading special configuration profiles like earlier versions Finding Beta Updates in Settings - Access the new "Beta Updates" option under General > Software Update > Automatic Updates, where you'll see iOS 26 Public Beta options (developer betas won't appear unless you're a registered developer) The Importance of Feedback Assistant - Learn about the dedicated app Apple installs for beta testers to report bugs, capture diagnostic files, and submit screenshots of issues you encounter Quick Diagnostic Capture Trick - Use the volume up, volume down, side button combination for 1-1.5 seconds to instantly capture diagnostic files when you encounter problems, complete with haptic feedback confirmation Beta Support Across All Platforms - The same enrollment process works for iPadOS, tvOS (though slightly more complex), and macOS Tahoe, with each platform getting its own enrollment path Exiting the Beta Program - Turn off beta updates in Settings to stop receiving new beta versions and automatically return to public releases, or completely leave the program through the beta.apple.com unenroll page Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
Ready to get your hands on Apple's latest software before everyone else? This episode covers the complete process of enrolling in Apple's public beta program, from signing up to providing valuable feedback that shapes the future of Apple's operating systems. Getting Started with Beta Enrollment - Navigate to beta.apple.com and sign up for the Apple Beta Software Program using your Apple ID, including agreeing to the terms that remind you this is pre-release software Device Enrollment Process - Choose "enroll your iOS device" and follow the streamlined process for iOS 16.4 or later, which no longer requires downloading special configuration profiles like earlier versions Finding Beta Updates in Settings - Access the new "Beta Updates" option under General > Software Update > Automatic Updates, where you'll see iOS 26 Public Beta options (developer betas won't appear unless you're a registered developer) The Importance of Feedback Assistant - Learn about the dedicated app Apple installs for beta testers to report bugs, capture diagnostic files, and submit screenshots of issues you encounter Quick Diagnostic Capture Trick - Use the volume up, volume down, side button combination for 1-1.5 seconds to instantly capture diagnostic files when you encounter problems, complete with haptic feedback confirmation Beta Support Across All Platforms - The same enrollment process works for iPadOS, tvOS (though slightly more complex), and macOS Tahoe, with each platform getting its own enrollment path Exiting the Beta Program - Turn off beta updates in Settings to stop receiving new beta versions and automatically return to public releases, or completely leave the program through the beta.apple.com unenroll page Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
The Twins dealt the former All Star to the Phillies on Wednesday. Reaction from Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News.
Ready to get your hands on Apple's latest software before everyone else? This episode covers the complete process of enrolling in Apple's public beta program, from signing up to providing valuable feedback that shapes the future of Apple's operating systems. Getting Started with Beta Enrollment - Navigate to beta.apple.com and sign up for the Apple Beta Software Program using your Apple ID, including agreeing to the terms that remind you this is pre-release software Device Enrollment Process - Choose "enroll your iOS device" and follow the streamlined process for iOS 16.4 or later, which no longer requires downloading special configuration profiles like earlier versions Finding Beta Updates in Settings - Access the new "Beta Updates" option under General > Software Update > Automatic Updates, where you'll see iOS 26 Public Beta options (developer betas won't appear unless you're a registered developer) The Importance of Feedback Assistant - Learn about the dedicated app Apple installs for beta testers to report bugs, capture diagnostic files, and submit screenshots of issues you encounter Quick Diagnostic Capture Trick - Use the volume up, volume down, side button combination for 1-1.5 seconds to instantly capture diagnostic files when you encounter problems, complete with haptic feedback confirmation Beta Support Across All Platforms - The same enrollment process works for iPadOS, tvOS (though slightly more complex), and macOS Tahoe, with each platform getting its own enrollment path Exiting the Beta Program - Turn off beta updates in Settings to stop receiving new beta versions and automatically return to public releases, or completely leave the program through the beta.apple.com unenroll page Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
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How can you communicate your unique personal branding to advance your career without feeling like a fraud? In this episode, Andrea Wonjnicki, an executive communication coach at Talk about Talk, shares how to develop and communicate your authentic personal brand. You'll learn and easy three-step framework for self-introductions and how to not sound fake or robotic in elevator pitches. Tune in: ✔️ Understand and manage your personal brand ✔️Develop your personal brand ✔️Build your personal brand without sounding like everyone else ✔️A tool to identify and communicate your personal brand (even if you're not sure what makes you unique) ✔️Examples of unique personal branding to advance your career without feeling like a fraud ✔️How to use ai and ChatGPT to discover your personal brand ✔️A simple 3-step self-introduction technique that is easy to remember (without buzzwords or bragging) ✔️Exiting conversations gracefully without the awkwardness ✔️How to not sound fake, robotic and inauthentic in elevator pitches ✔️3 easy strategies you can implement today to build your unique personal brand ✔️When and how to use ethnicity, gender, race in your personal branding ✔️Examples of building personal brand: leveraging global experience ✅ About Andrea Wojnicki Andrea Wojnicki is an executive communication coach and the founder of Talk About Talk, where she empowers ambitious professionals through 1:1 coaching and corporate workshops. With a focus on executive presence, personal brand, and presentation skills, Andrea helps her clients communicate with clarity and confidence. She's also the host of the Talk About Talk podcast, where she shares expert insights on how to elevate communication in the workplace. Learn more at TalkAboutTalk.com or connect with Andrea on LinkedIn. ✅ Free Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ ✅ Take the Quiz 'Do You Speak Like a High-Impact Leader?': https://myassertiveway.outgrow.us/highimpactleader ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership' where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915
Barney believed a £50 million pound deal was on the table… but he was nervous.The year before he'd been stung.Stung sharp. Like vinegar and scratched in a paper cut.Barney got so close. Breathtakingly close. Frustratingly close.Fuel10k's Dream Exit.Big Poppa Dough. Life-changing coin.Fell through,last minute.Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.This time, Barney was serious.A balmy Spring evening. Italian restaurant. Belgravia.Over seafood spaghetti and red wineBarney looked deep into the white of his eyes.Unflinchingly, Barney said“Are Premier serious this time?”This timePremier were.October 2024, Barney got the big exit.Founders,Navigating the “exit” is perturbingly discombobulatingThe 2D map never predicts the 3D terrainBarney and I dive deep into nuances of the 3D exit terrainIt's Easier Than You Think To Exit Your Brand For Millions - Fuel10k FounderON THE MENU:Why premier foods almost pulled out of the deal? 95% of deals fall throughIt's ain't a deal, till the second deal is done, It ain't a thing until it's a thingPlan A vs Plan Bcarry on building the businessThinking about exit will disrupt the karma in your business10 million revenueStrong EBITDAHow do private equity 3x your businessRetrospective strategising is dangerousWhy will this person buy your business? Didn't have a breakfast range, protein lasting trendDo One Thing Well. Why Fuel10K owned breakfast first, then stretched to morningLanguage is the biggest barrier to communicationPersonalities: people buy from peopleFailure Porn vs Mistake Porn:Skunk Works: small companies and can move fastWhy would someone buy your brand?How much would this business multiply for?Do research on your buyerTwo characters into the same meetingInnocent: codify your values + Codify your values, very, very tightlyPeople vs PerspectiveBecome big one to one buyer: One occasion in the morning, you're going to dilute somewhereTidy yourself up as business to get a massive exit2D Map vs 3D Terrain:ALL IN. GO ALL IN. Necessity is the biggest motivator ==============================================
Heather Dubrow is spilling the tea! On this episode, Heather chats about this season of "The Real Housewives of Orange County." Heather slams rumors that she is leaving the show and calls out Katie's behavior. Heather also gets real on being in the middle between Gretchen and Tamra and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Some music and sounds in this podcast by @itslucakoala In this BRAND NEW podcast episode — Brittany (your podcast host) drops a fun solo episode! She discusses what it was like deciding to work only half of a baseball season after finding out she was pregnant with her rainbow baby. She also chats about helping discover the next Rockers ‘on field host' as her fill in for the remainder of the second half. ROCKERS 1ST HALF SOUTH DIVISIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP celebrations are also playfully talked about! Brittany hopes you enjoy this mini recap from her point of view —the Hight Point Rockers 1st half of the season. Discussed in this episode — Brittany's decision to only work half of the Rockers season- while pregnant — Helping discover and hire the fill in host for the second half — The atmosphere of the ballpark — Celebrating as 1st half south divisional champions — Will I be back next season? Listen in to find out! — And much more! AG1: NEXT GEN JUST LAUNCHED! So subscribe today to try the Next Gen of AG1! If you use my link, you'll also get a FREE bottle of AG D3K2, an AG1 Welcome Kit, AND 5 of the upgraded AG1 travel packs with your first order. So make sure to check out DrinkAG1.com/bosbabes to get started with AG1's Next Gen and notice the benefits for yourself. For all of your furniture needs please be sure to check out Highpoint Furniture Sales. They are fully family owned and operated with 1 great location in the state of North Carolina— visit their showroom In High Point or shop their website highpointfurnituresales.com — they offer white glove delivery and set up services nationwide! For your triad area realty needs please get in touch with Amy Cromer of ‘Cromer Property Group'. Visit her website today for more information www.cromerpropertygroup.com Luca Koala FREE music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5kepJgtnHDGsvYiLlKXQ03?si=wZKjnpjvTXSXz-qnBOkX7w
Let’s be real — buying or selling a business is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. Get it right, and it could be life-changing. Get it wrong… and the fallout could be brutal. That’s exactly why this week’s episode is a must-listen. Jaryd Krause sits down with Katarina Strandberg, a powerhouse Swedish business lawyer with deep expertise in venture capital, scale-ups, and M&A. She’s worked with founders, investors, and SME leaders across Europe, and brings not only legal chops but also perspective as an angel investor, published author, and university lecturer. Katarina has seen it all — and she’s here to share the real stories, the hard truths, and the clever strategies that can make or break your deal. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔️ The biggest risks buyers face (and how to avoid stepping on legal landmines)✔️ What really happens during legal due diligence — and why it’s more than just paperwork✔️ How to deal with “deal fatigue” and who should keep cool when emotions run high✔️ Jaw-dropping stories of deals gone wrong — and the legal moves that could’ve saved them✔️ Clever deal structures and funding options that most people never think about✔️ How to avoid surprise legal bills (yes, it’s possible!)✔️ Why skipping legal help might be the most expensive mistake you ever make If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by contracts, confused by due diligence, or just unsure about when to bring a lawyer in, this episode is your roadmap.
Last week, we unpacked key ideas for building a church hiring playbook. This week, we turn to the less exciting — but equally critical — side of the people equation: a church firing playbook. There's no one-size-fits-all approach to staff transitions and trying to force one can do more harm than good. Still, some guiding principles can help ensure every exit is handled with wisdom, grace, and clarity. Join us as we navigate this challenging but necessary aspect of church leadership.
In one of our all time greatest episodes host Chris Robinson sits down with Preston Canavan, Cassandra Hartford, and Preach Carter to interview Adam Lowery and his wife Jamie about his comedy journey and clubs and friendships they built along the way.
A wife surrenders her clothes during treasure hunt. By sharedare. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories. One of my hubby's closest buddies had flown in from Phoenix to spend the weekend with us. Jay and Hubby had grown up together and, up until a few years ago, the two had always lived in the same neighborhood. Moving up the corporate ladder eventually required Jay to relocate to Arizona, but he and hubby had remained as close as ever.It was Friday night, and the three of us were enjoying a casual evening of wine and conversation. As the night wore on, we somehow ended up talking about jewelry, and my desire to upgrade the diamond in my wedding ring. Hubby and I had often discussed the idea of upgrading to a full karat. Unfortunately, the price had always been more than we could reasonably afford. And so went the discussion that night, only this time it included Jay. I had consumed just enough wine to make me a little goofy, so I wasn't too surprised by myself when I remarked to hubby and Jay that I should work the streets for a day or two to raise money for my diamond. Both Jay and hubby were all for the idea, urging me to hop into a mini-skirt and get to work. Jay said I definitely had the body for it. We all laughed and soon the conversation turned to other topics. The following day, hubby and Jay were up and out of the house early, heading downtown on what they described as a “secret mission”. Although they returned home about six hours later, they refused to divulge the purpose of their trip. It seemed as though we were going to spend our Saturday night, as we had the previous night, sampling a new collection of California wines, feasting on barbecue, and otherwise enjoying the warm night air. Nothing seemed out of the ordinary to me, except that hubby wasn't partaking in any wine, claiming that he had a slight upset stomach. I should have been more suspicious, especially since his upset stomach didn't seem to affect his appetite for steak. At about 10pm, having already consumed quite a few glasses of wine, Jay and hubby finally sprung their surprise on me. They said they had decided to split the cost of a one-karat diamond for me, but that I had to agree to play a little game in order to “win” my jewel. I didn't know exactly what to expect, but I decided to hear them out on their plan. Jay explained that he and hubby had purchased a gift card with which I could purchase my diamond. He went on to say that all I had to do was go on a treasure hunt to find four purple marbles. Hubby chimed in and said that he and Jay had hidden the marbles in four separate locations, and that they would drive me to each location and tell me where to retrieve each marble. Before I could ask what the catch was, Jay, an impish grin on his face, explained that I would be required to leave one article of clothing behind in exchange for each marble. He also said that, to play the game, I had to limit myself to only four pieces of clothing, not including my shoes. And my shoes, he explained, had to be the highest-heeled footwear I owned. I continued sipping my wine as I considered the offer made by these two screwballs. I really didn't mind Jay seeing me in my birthday suit, but I wasn't sure just how adventurous this game was going to be. Neither hubby nor Jay would give me any clues on the locations of the marbles, but they did emphasize that if I didn't retrieve all the marbles, or if I failed to leave an article of clothing at each discovery site, they would cash in the card and get their money back. In the end, the wine gave me the courage I needed to take them up on their dare. After donning a t-shirt, gym shorts, and a pair of four-inch high-heeled black boots, we headed off to town (town, by the way, is Reno, Nevada). I demanded that no photos or video be taken. Reno is a small city and believe me, word gets around. I locked up their phones and mine in a small lock box and slid it under my front passenger seat. Jay sat in the back while hubby drove. Our first destination was a Bartley Ranch Park on the south outskirts of town. It was fairly close to our neighborhood. As I peered out the window from my seat, I could see that the park was fairly well lighted, and only a few people seemed to be in the area. From the back seat, Jay handed me a 3X5 card that told me that I could find my first marble taped underneath the picnic table located under a gazebo, close to the river. Looking across the park, I could see the river running along the opposite side of the park from the parking lot. Mustering up some courage, I opened the door and headed out across the grass. The picnic table I was looking for was about 100 yards from the car, and the only other people in the park were off to the side. Finding and retrieving the marble was no problem at all, but I hesitated when it came time to pull off my shirt. I looked around the park and saw that nobody seemed to be paying any attention to me. Taking in a deep breath, I pulled off my shirt, tossed it under the table, and started off back to hubby, Jay, and the security of our car. I had decided that it would be better to walk quickly, than run and bring extra attention to myself. Besides, as athletic as I was, the 4″ heels and my tipsy champagne-induced condition would likely result in a nasty spill, drawing even more attention, if not intervention. About halfway across the grass, the sound of a few catcalls made me pick up my pace a bit. The warm summer air felt good and I guess I was more worried about getting mugged than being seen in my bra. I nearly stumbled when my heels caught a clump of grass. Jay and hubby were both applauding and cheering as I reentered the car. I played it cool, and didn't let on how nervous I was. Besides, we were already moving on to our second destination. Hubby next wheeled the car into a parking spot on the side of a gas station/convenience store. At first I thought they would tell me to actually go inside the store, so I was relieved when the card Jay handed me directed me to walk around to the back of the building, enter the women's restroom, and retrieve my marble from inside the hand towel dispenser. Looking around and seeing nobody near us, I slipped out of the car and made my way around the building. Thankfully, nobody was there and I quickly stepped into the restroom. Popping open the dispenser, I grabbed my marble and replaced it with my gym shorts. Standing in the bathroom in my bra and panties, I cracked open the door to find that the coast was clear. Seeing it was, I headed back to the security of the car. As I had rounded the corner of the building, I saw there was a guy pumping gas. Distracted by my plight, I again almost took a spill as I stepped off the curb in those damned heels, resulting in an ungracious public ‘titty-wiggle' in front of the car. Jay and hubby were cheering as I jumped into the front seat. but the guy pumping gas had his back to me, so my trip went undetected. Once settled back in the car, Jay popped open a bottle of champagne and poured us each a glass. He said that he thought I could use a little more “courage” to prepare for the final two stages of the great treasure hunt. As we sat in the parking lot sipping champagne, a van pulled in alongside us, on my side of the car. The driver, an older man, definitely did the “double take” as he stepped past my window. I actually considered flashing one of my tits at him, but he turned and made his way into the store before I could. Jay and hubby chuckled as we backed out and headed off for destination number three. On the way, hubby reached over and began rubbing my pussy through my panties. I didn't realize how sexually aroused I had become with the night's antics until his hand touched my little red beaver. It was then that I realized I was already wet, and getting wetter by the second. While momentarily stopped at an intersection, Jay reached over the seatback and began massaging my breasts. We had never included Jay in any of our sexual adventures, so I was a bit surprised at his boldness. But I didn't object. It all felt very erotic, and I could feel that I was well on my way to an orgasm. I was so distracted, that it took me a moment to realize that a muni bus had pulled up alongside us. The intersection was well lighted and the driver had to be able to see everything going on in the car. Still, I didn't try to stop hubby and Jay from continuing to paw at me. We quickly moved off as the light changed, no doubt leaving the bus driver with some great images to get through the rest of his shift with. Our third destination was at Keystone Square shopping mall. Hubby parked the car in a donut shop parking lot, next to a bank. The mall was closed and we were the only car in the parking lot. Once again, Jay handed me a card, which directed me to retrieve my marble from the side of the ATM located in front of the bank. Exiting the car, I made my way across the asphalt lot and 5 drive-thru lanes, to reach the bank. Again, the marble was easy to locate. After confirming that there was nobody around, I slipped off my bra, freeing my c-cup titties from their restraints. I thought to myself, some bank guy is going to get a great boob shot when he reviews the surveillance videos that I know protect most ATM's. Crossing back over the drive-thru lanes, wearing only panties and high-heels, I was really starting to get brave (or maybe just drunk). Instead of immediately returning to the car, I stopped and waived to Jay and hubby. I even turned around, bent over, and flashed a ‘moon' at the two. My daring behavior was suddenly rewarded when the mall security guy came around the corner in his little pickup truck. I had barely stepped out onto the drive-thru when he pulled up to me and stopped. All I could see was the shadow of a head behind the steering wheel. I thought about trying to cover up, but it was useless. Instead, I smiled and waved, and continued across the lot to the car. Since I was no longer on bank property, the guard never said a word, he just watched me slide into the car, and drive away. Public exposure is still a violation of city ordinances. Add to that a public drunkenness misdemeanor, and I was risking a night in the county lockup. Both the guys were laughing and cheering as we drove off. Once again, Jay handed me more champagne as we sped along to our final destination. This part of the journey took us to the other side of town. I am sure that at least a dozen drivers got an eyeful as they spied my bare boobies through the passenger window. Jay seemed to relish in the parade. He definitely seemed to like driving in the inside lane. By then I was really feeling the buzz of the champagne. Working our way to the north side of the city, hubby eventually pulled onto 8th street where it paralleled the highway. Hubby pulled over and parked on the left side, right on the corner of Sierra & 8th. The street was actually elevated above the highway and Sierra Avenue passed over the highway without the usual high arched overpass. Looking around, I could not see any obvious locations where my two tormentors would have concealed the fourth and final marble. Jay tapped on my shoulder and handed me the last card. The card directed me to cross south, over the entire overpass and recover the marble, which was taped underneath the handrail on the opposite side of the overpass. I looked across the overpass and saw that it spanned 6 highway lanes plus a large median. It had to be at least 150 yards to the other side. I tried to consider my options at this point, pondering whether or not I could make the round-trip trek without being seen, and knowing that the return trip would be without a stitch of clothing. Both Jay and hubby had a hopeful look in their faces that told me they would both blow their wads before I returned to the car, if I had the guts to get that last marble. Swallowing the remnants of my champagne, I resolved to get the last marble and win my new diamond. It was well past midnight and traffic on the highway seemed light. The streets immediately around us seemed completely devoid of any foot or vehicle traffic. I had plenty of liquid courage to back me up, and I was incredibly turned on by the prospect of walking the streets of Reno naked for a quarter mile, round trip. I reached over and grabbed hubby's crotch, gave it a squeeze, and told him he better be ready to “put out” when I got back. The bastard already had a hard-on, and his face was consumed by a wide grin. With a final look around the area, I stepped out of the car and started my trek across the overpass. My gait was swift, and the night air had cooled, causing my nipples to stiffen, and stand out so far you could hang a coat on each nipple. The walk across seemed endless, but finally I made it to the other side without incident. Once again, the marble was exactly where the card said it would be. After freeing the marble from the tape, I stepped out of my panties and hung them on the end of the railing. Now it was time for the return trip. As you might imagine, there was absolutely no concealment on the overpass. I was naked and completely exposed to anyone who might drive or walk by. But I held the final purple marble in my hand! It was soon to be replaced with a huge diamond, and that pleasurable thought led to a sudden outburst of dancing, high on the bridge overlooking 8 lanes of well-lit urban highway. The night air tingled as it slid past my exposed pussy lips. My thick red-haired bush was already wet from the evening's antics, and hubby's skilled fingers. Nearing the halfway point on the overpass, I realized a taxi had just turned onto the avenue two blocks up, and coming my way. But there was nothing I could do. There was nowhere to hide, and nothing to cover myself up with. As the taxi neared, I could feel myself trembling – a combination of fear and sexual pleasure. I decided to just keep walking proudly, no matter what. The taxi sped along towards me at a normal speed; until the driver realized what he was seeing in his headlights. He almost locked up the breaks as he slowed to get a better look. I flipped him a glance, smiled, and just kept walking. I could feel the juices flowing from my pussy, a trickle even found its way down the inside of my leg. I thought for a moment that the driver would stop and jump out of his cab, but instead, after a thorough observation he continued on his way, no doubt with happier thoughts on his mind. I had been focusing on the taxi cab, which seemed to take several minutes yet was only about 20 seconds; and in doing so, I had not realized that there were suddenly now some pedestrians on the bridge ahead of me. Straining to look ahead, it appeared as though a man and woman were approaching. All I could tell was that they were holding hands. My heart really began to race as I closed on the couple, my swaying tits waving happily at them. What would they do or say? The couple turned out to be two college-aged kids. When they saw me, they stopped dead in their tracks and watched me approach. While the young man seemed to be absorbed with staring at my pussy, the girl incredulously asked what I was doing. I paused long enough to explain that I was responding to a dare from my hubby. Champagne certainly does wonders for one's courage. The couple seemed duly impressed, so off I walked, leaving the couple standing on the bridge behind me, watching my ass jiggle as I walked away. By the time I reached the car, a bus could have driven by and I wouldn't have batted an eyelash. I was so horny and pumped up when I got into the car, I would have let hubby spread me across the hood of the car and make love to me right there on the street, if he would have suggested it. Instead, we took off southward and went downtown to the Reno Arch. This 5th stop was my idea, because I wanted a photo to commemorate this night. I had the pleasure of further exposing myself to other motorists, as my clothes were now spread the length of Reno. I was now reasonably drunk and I wanted something to remember my diamond quest by. I retrieved my phone & handed it to Jay as hubby was approaching Virginia Avenue along Commercial Row. We turned left & pulled over just north of the Downtown Reno Arch. As I got out, walked around the front of the car, then into the road & walked toward the famous neon sign which spans over the downtown street. Jay snapped several pics in rapid succession, Tourists under the arch started looking at me and whistling, so I waved. Within 20 seconds Jay said he had plenty of good pics, so I darted back in my front seat and hubby took us home. Hubby and Jay continued to play with me, keeping me insanely horny until we got home. What happened after that is another story. It suffices to say that, in addition to experiencing one of the most erotic public-nudity adventures of my life, I also won my new diamond, which will always remind me of my “night of nudity” in Reno! By sharedare, for Literotica
Stephen Scoggins is a serial entrepreneur, author, coach, and host of the Build podcast. Having once started his business while sleeping in his car, Stephen built his construction company from the ground up and successfully exited in late 2023, selling at just under nine figures. Now, he invests in other entrepreneurs, mentors high-performing founders, and speaks across stages nationwide, sharing practical wisdom on scaling, exits, and personal transformation. On this episode we talk about: How Stephen went from homelessness to building and selling a near nine-figure company The lessons learned from exiting a business: why you should always build as if you plan to sell—even if you never do What buyers really want: systems, predictable cash flow, culture, and efficient operations The importance of restructuring, optimizing, and “going back through with a fine-tooth comb” before an exit Stephen's new focus on family office investing, real estate, equity stakes, and founder mentorship Why a year-long entrepreneur “test period” is Stephen's preferred way to find investible founders The five hidden enemies of entrepreneurs—impatience, arrogance, ignorance, fear, and insecurity—and how conquering them changes the game How to discern between arrogance and confidence, and how confidence comes from consistency, not credentials Tips on hiring for executive roles, including how to vet candidates even if they're smarter or more credentialed than you The value of coaching and mentorship at every stage—even after an exit Practical steps for employees and early-stage entrepreneurs to identify their superpowers, solve real problems, and launch a business with little capital Top 3 Takeaways Build to Sell, Even If You Don't: Always design your business with predictable systems, clear financials, and a scalable team—whether or not you ever plan to exit. Self-Awareness is the Real Secret: The most dangerous enemies in business are internal—impatience, fear, arrogance, ignorance, and insecurity. Master yourself to master your business. Mentorship Multiplies Success and Saves Pain: Investing in coaches and mentors is the cheapest and most powerful way to accelerate growth and avoid costly mistakes. Notable Quotes “If you'll focus on building as if you're going to sell, you'll end up with the kind of company buyers—and you—actually want.” “Arrogance is self-seeking. Humble confidence comes from serving others and showing up with consistency.” “Most of my painful lessons, including losing over a million dollars to embezzlement, could have been avoided by listening to my mentors sooner.” Connect with Stephen Scoggins: Website: stephenscoggins.com
We are back with another episode of the Bum N Zilly Show. Bum kicks off the show clean shaven and Zilly is drinking a Pepsi!2:32 A 4th of July get together 4:03 A clean studio, Bum's new purchase and some comments 11:42 Generational words 16:37 Bum's wakeboarding problem and crankbaits 22:45 Henry catches the sunfish 24:08 Twins at the Tigers and Ober gets rocked 26:38 Skubal 28:26 Marlins series, Bader's ball cap and no bobble head for Span32:40 Twins walk off the Rays twice thanks to Bader, Clemens and Lee35:10 Cubbies come to town and Plouffe, Morneau, Perkins and Lopez are in the booth 38:03 Bum breaks down game 2 vs the Cubs 42:28 Ocean or Space? and more Twins talk 44:19 Exiting the game45:54 The Netflix Quarterbacks show 51:09 WWE Night of Champions review 59:20 Final grades and WWE Raw talk 1:01:21 WWE SNME predictions and some injury news 1:05:43 Aerosmith self titled album review 1:15:21 BnZ Special results and predictions1:20:10 Outro Want to get your thoughts involved with the podcast?Check us out on Twitter/X @BumNZillyshowEmail at bumandzillyshow@gmail.com
Tess Starman (she/they) is a recent PhD graduate in Sociology at Howard University and is an incoming assistant professor at Simpson College. Her research specializes on intersections of race, gender, sexuality, and power at the nexus of religion and politics. She studies progressive Christian attitudes, religious exiting, and religion's impact on political attitudes and engagement. We discuss her dissertation, entitled, “A Corrupted Faith: The Role of Power in the Process of Christian Disaffiliation and Rise of the Religious Nones,” which examines the religious exiting process and non-religious identity formation of ex-Christians. You can find her work at tessstarman.com. Visit Sacred Writes: https://www.sacred-writes.org/2025-carpenter-cohorts-spring-semester
In this compelling episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Will Bartholomew, the founder and CEO of D1 Training. From his early days as a three-sport high school athlete to playing football alongside Peyton Manning at the University of Tennessee, Will shares his incredible journey. After a series of knee injuries ended his NFL career with the Denver Broncos, Will channeled his passion and drive into creating D1 Training, a leading fitness franchise now with over 152 locations and an additional 250 in development. Listen as Will discusses his entrepreneurial spirit, the importance of passion, and the disciplined mindset that has led him to where he is today. Will also delves into balancing family life while building multiple businesses, the impact of NIL on youth sports, and the invaluable lessons learned from both successes and setbacks. Don't miss this inspiring conversation on achieving dreams, overcoming adversity, and the pivotal role of perseverance. Like, share, and subscribe for more insightful episodes.––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Find Will:Twitter: x.com/d1sportsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-bartholomew-35b60789/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d1sports/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willbartholomew/Website: https://www.d1training.com/Youtube: @D1training––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Find Kyle: https://www.matthews.comhttps://www.thematthewsmentalitypodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylematthewsceoTwitter: https://x.com/kylematthewsceoLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-matthews-ceo/––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:58 Meet Will Bartholomew: From Athlete to Entrepreneur01:42 The Birth of D1 Training02:08 Early Challenges and Growth04:06 Building a Lifestyle Company05:56 The Importance of Passion and Persistence10:26 Expanding the Vision17:53 Lessons from Adversity24:46 Franchising and Future Plans28:08 The Real Estate Journey28:25 Franchising the Concept28:56 Exiting the Therapy Business30:02 Rebuilding the D1 Model31:15 The Impact of NIL on Business33:43 Teaching Character Through Sports35:58 The Growth Mindset43:09 Advice for Entrepreneurs45:54 Balancing Business and Family51:13 Intentionality and Success56:33 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Beyond The Claim Podcast #018 - Featuring Robert Syfert In this powerful episode of Beyond The Claim, Vince Perri sits down with Robert Syfert, a serial entrepreneur, author of Focus on You, and founder of The YOU Foundation. Robert built and sold multiple companies in real estate and software, but after hitting a wall with burnout, lawsuits, and financial loss, he was forced to ask a deeper question: Who am I really? That one question changed everything. This episode dives into: - Exiting high-margin software and real estate businesses - The legal and emotional fallout from a merger gone wrong - Rebuilding a business and a life with faith, clarity, and purpose - Why entrepreneurs must focus on identity before strategy - How to operate from stillness instead of chaos If you are feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or distracted by too many ideas, this episode will shift your entire mindset. Learn more about Robert Syfert at https://IamRob360.com Contact: robert@robertsyfert.com Follow him on Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamrob360 Subscribe for more episodes with entrepreneurs, adjusters, and business leaders who go beyond the business and into the mindset that creates lasting growth.
What if your successful business isn't even worth selling? In this special episode of The Root of All Success, host Jason Duncan is in the hot seat as a guest on the Productivity Straight Talk Podcast with Amber De La Garza. After building a multimillion-dollar company from scratch, Jason realized that most business owners—himself included—are unknowingly building businesses that can't be sold. So he developed a new framework: Exit Without Exiting. In this episode, Jason breaks down how to stop being your company's bottleneck, start building repeatable systems, and regain your freedom—without giving up equity, control, or legacy.
Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you'll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit -- In this episode of The Exit: Steve McGarry sits down with Christy Brown, CEO of Dr. Noze Best, to unpack her remarkable journey from engineer to multi-exit entrepreneur. Raised in a family of gritty builders and innovators, Christy shares how early exposure to a family-run real estate business inspired her transition from corporate consulting to launching her first eCommerce-focused agency in the early 2000s. Key topics discussed: The Power of Accelerators: Christy breaks down how accelerators build founder confidence, drive growth, and connect entrepreneurs with critical networks. Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: She details her role in leading a women-focused accelerator that graduated 260+ founders, contributing over $2.5B in economic impact. Exit Strategy Insights: Christy shares candid lessons from her exits—including a public company earn-out—and the emotional and cultural shifts that follow a sale. Misconceptions about Exits & Venture Funding: From unrealistic timelines to overestimated payoffs, Christy demystifies what exits actually look like behind the headlines. Personal Advice: From reverse-engineering your life around your business to negotiating with clarity, Christy offers practical guidance for both aspiring and seasoned founders. Final takeaway: “Scaling is a strategy. Exiting is personal.” – a reminder that success is defined not just by valuation, but by the life you build alongside your business. -- Christy Brown is a proven leader with twenty years of leadership in entrepreneurship, customer development, and strategic innovation and solutions. Christy is a known resource for innovating traditional business models and scaling emerging businesses from inception to exit. She is a solution-oriented leader with expertise in technology, financial, and operational areas of growth stage businesses. Christy brings a heavy-duty management acumen with a focus on culture, diversity of thought, and design thinking. Her experience drives improvements and scale in organizations, fostering a culture of transformational change. Christy Brown on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-brown-a54aa0/ Website: https://drnozebest.com/ -- The Exit—Presented By Flippa: A 30-minute podcast featuring expert entrepreneurs who have been there and done it. The Exit talks to operators who have bought and sold a business. You'll learn how they did it, why they did it, and get exposure to the world of exits, a world occupied by a small few, but accessible to many. To listen to the podcast or get daily listing updates, click on flippa.com/the-exit-podcast/
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What if your five-year plan wasn't meant to be followed? What if freedom came not from doing more—but from letting go? In this deeply personal episode, I'm sharing the journey of walking away from the timelines, titles, and metrics that once defined my worth. From failing the test that was supposed to launch my dream career… to chasing freedom as an entrepreneur and still finding myself burned out and never enough… to packing one suitcase and nomading around the world for three years in search of something slower, softer, and more real. We'll talk about: Why I stopped chasing influencer success (yes, I filmed workouts on my honeymoon
It's the end of an era for us and the beginning of yet another Bat franchise!Theres a Dark Knight for every generation, and this one is very emo, has runny eye shadow, calls himself “vengeance,” and is directed by Matt Reeves.We have some complicated thoughts about this very compelling new vision for Gotham City. Whatever you think about THE BATMAN, you've got to admit: The Riddler is a good singer.Next week we'll be saying goodbye to The Batman, tying off some loose ends from our miniseries, answering listener questions, and… announcing our next miniseries! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesCommentaryGenesis: Matt Reeves on Creating The BatmanCreating The BatmobileAnatomy of the Wing Suit JumpA Transformation: The PenguinVengeance in the MakingThe New York Times Ben Affleck InterviewWarner Brothers Announces SlateHappy Sad Confused Robert Richardson InterviewBen Affleck on Exiting the DCEUStoryboard Artist Jay Oliva Loves Ben Affleck's BatmanBen Affleck Has a Bad Time Being BatmanAffleck Reveals What His Batman Movie WasBen Affleck Is UnhappyBen Affleck Shows The Batman ScriptMatt Reeves Completely Rewriting The BatmanThe Q&A with Jeff Goldsmith Matt Reeves InterviewDeadline Michael Giacchino InterviewEsquire Matt Reeves InterviewRobert Pattinson Finds Out He's BatmanRobert Pattinson on the BatsuitRobert Pattinson Is FuriousTeam Deakins Greig Fraser Interview Part 1Team Deakins Greig Fraser Interview Part 2Post Perspective Weta BreakdownEntertainment Weekly Paul Dano InterviewThe Guardian Zoe Kravitz InterviewRobert Pattinson Lies to Christopher NolanCredits:Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shopThe "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the DiscordLearn more at eyeoftheduckpod.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What if scaling your SaaS didn't require burning out or selling your soul to venture capital? In this episode, Greg sits down with seasoned SaaS founder, author, and startup mentor Rob Walling for a candid conversation about what it really takes to build a sustainable, sellable SaaS business. Rob kicks things off by sharing how he stumbled into SaaS before it was cool, and how that journey led him to co-create TinySeed, an alternative funding model that puts founders first. He breaks down how TinySeed's 12-month program works, who it's for, and how it compares to traditional VC. But this episode isn't just about funding, it's about founder freedom. We dive deep into the psychological shifts that come with selling your business, how to recognize the right time to exit, and how to protect your energy both before and after a sale. Rob also shares the biggest traps SaaS founders fall into when chasing “growth at all costs” and the core traits he sees in founders who succeed. Whether you're bootstrapping, raising capital, or planning an exit, this episode is packed with honest, actionable insights that will help you scale smarter, and sell without regret. Topics Discussed in this episode: Rob's background and how he got into SaaS (02:08) The origins of TinySeed and how it differs from Venture Capital (12:09) The opportunities that are created through selling your business (19:43) A breakdown of Tiny Seed's 12-month program (22:19) The pros and cons of a “growth at all costs” mindset (28:32) The requirements needed to join Tiny Seed (30:20) The psychological effects of exiting your business (33:56) How to tell when to sell your business (39:40) How to avoid burnout before and after your exit (46:43) The characteristics that successful founders share (52:21) Mentions: Empire Flippers Podcasts Empire Flippers Marketplace Create an Empire Flippers account Subscribe to our weekly newsletter Startups For The Rest Of Us podcast Exit Strategy: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Selling Your Business without Regret TinySeed Sit back, grab a coffee, and learn how to take the next step in your SaaS journey with confidence.
What if scaling your SaaS didn't require burning out or selling your soul to venture capital? In this episode, Greg sits down with seasoned SaaS founder, author, and startup mentor Rob Walling for a candid conversation about what it really takes to build a sustainable, sellable SaaS business. Rob kicks things off by sharing how he stumbled into SaaS before it was cool, and how that journey led him to co-create TinySeed, an alternative funding model that puts founders first. He breaks down how TinySeed's 12-month program works, who it's for, and how it compares to traditional VC. But this episode isn't just about funding, it's about founder freedom. We dive deep into the psychological shifts that come with selling your business, how to recognize the right time to exit, and how to protect your energy both before and after a sale. Rob also shares the biggest traps SaaS founders fall into when chasing “growth at all costs” and the core traits he sees in founders who succeed. Whether you're bootstrapping, raising capital, or planning an exit, this episode is packed with honest, actionable insights that will help you scale smarter, and sell without regret. Topics Discussed in this episode: Rob's background and how he got into SaaS (02:08) The origins of TinySeed and how it differs from Venture Capital (12:09) The opportunities that are created through selling your business (19:43) A breakdown of Tiny Seed's 12-month program (22:19) The pros and cons of a “growth at all costs” mindset (28:32) The requirements needed to join Tiny Seed (30:20) The psychological effects of exiting your business (33:56) How to tell when to sell your business (39:40) How to avoid burnout before and after your exit (46:43) The characteristics that successful founders share (52:21) Mentions: Empire Flippers Podcasts Empire Flippers Marketplace Create an Empire Flippers account Subscribe to our weekly newsletter Startups For The Rest Of Us podcast Exit Strategy: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Selling Your Business without Regret TinySeed Sit back, grab a coffee, and learn how to take the next step in your SaaS journey with confidence.
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