Podcast appearances and mentions of joe valley

Ewen Finser is the Founder and CEO of Venture 4th Media, a firm that develops and transacts digital media assets for clients in a wide variety of established and high-growth market niches. He is also the Founder and CEO of Center Keel Media, a digital media company that incubates content brands at scale, and a Partner and Co-founder of Owl Mountain, a firm that acquires and grows digital assets.  Before this, Ewen served in the United States Army National Guard for more than eight years. During that time, he ascended from the rank of Second Lieutenant to Captain. In this episode… Are you trying to figure out whether you should build or buy a content site? Do you want to discover how to leverage your strengths in order to achieve success as an online entrepreneur? This is an ever-present question for digital entrepreneurs who work with content sites: “Should I buy or build?” According to ecommerce expert Ewen Finser, this question is highly personal; in order to answer it, you need to be hyper-aware of your capabilities, experiences, and talents. Ewen suggests that as long as you are playing to your strengths and using all of the tools in your toolkit, your website will be a success — regardless of your choice to grow or transfer a business. So, where should you start in the journey of creating and scaling or acquiring a profitable content site? In this re-released episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sat down with Ewen Finser, the Founder and CEO of Venture 4th Media, to talk about the ins and outs of buying or building a content site. Listen in as Ewen reveals how to choose the path that is best suited to your skills, the secrets to building a top-notch content team, and one of the most critical pieces of due diligence to perform before acquiring a content site. Stay tuned!

Juan García is the CEO of Boopos, a revenue-based financing facility.  He has a history as an entrepreneur and experience working with investments, transactions, and equity. He was previously the Chief Financial Officer at Cabify, a Private Equity Associate at Portobello Capital, and an Investment Banking Analyst at Merrill Lynch. Juan graduated from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid with a degree in telecommunications. In this episode… Where can you turn when a typical SBA loan is not the right fit for your brand? Are you using the best approach to fund your business loan? Juan García had entrepreneurs in mind when he founded Boopos. Creating revenue-based financing is an alternative for entrepreneurs who want to maximize their lending amount for acquiring a business without long waiting periods. If you want to be a better buyer without risking your personal growth, this episode is for you! In this re-released episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sat down with Juan García, CEO of Boopos, to discuss acquiring a business through asset purchase funding. Juan talked about the due diligence process of acquiring a loan, why revenue-based financing can be the best option, and how to maximize your lending amount to purchase a business. Stay tuned!

Chris Yates is the Co-owner and COO of Centurica, a due diligence services firm that helps ecommerce entrepreneurs avoid scams, fraud, and unreliable information when purchasing an online business, website, or Amazon FBA account. He is also the Co-owner and CEO of Rhodium Weekend and the Co-founder and Managing Member of Vision Group Management, LLC.  Throughout his career, Chris has built hundreds of websites, generated millions of dollars in sales, and successfully created, scaled, and sold multiple businesses. He has also been an advisor on more than $50 million in online business acquisitions and exits. In this episode… Do you want to know exactly what you're getting yourself into when purchasing an online business? Are you looking for advice and tools to help you identify — and avoid — risky deals? It's difficult to evade unnecessary risks when buying a business, especially as a new entrepreneur. You want to acquire a solid, profitable business — but how can you do so without hard-won experience under your belt to instruct you every step of the way? That's why Chris Yates is here today: to share his own accumulated wisdom about online businesses and help you identify common red flags to prevent a disastrous sale.  In this re-released episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sat down with Chris Yates, the Co-owner and COO of Centurica, to discuss the best-kept secrets for buying an online business. Listen in as Chris talks about his tips and tricks for diversifying risk, what to avoid when buying an Amazon FBA business, and how Centurica's MarketWatch tool is changing the game for buyers and sellers across the globe. Stay tuned!

Keith Leimbach is the Chief Executive Officer at Portfolio companies and the creator of DINCPIE, where he teaches people how to create diversified income streams. Keith spent almost 30 years in the corporate world before breaking into the entrepreneurial landscape. He has successfully built several companies, including laundromats, an Amazon FBA brand, garbage and trucking businesses, and more. Keith now has an eight-figure exit under his belt and is passionate about educating and empowering other entrepreneurs through his podcast, Diversified Income Experiment. In this episode… Do you feel like something is holding you back from the next chapter in your career? Are you searching for information to build and exit a business but keep meeting a dead end? If so, you're not alone — Keith Leimbach was once a fresh entrepreneur with no clear path to get started. He had scaled the corporate world only to find his true passion in launching and cultivating brands. However, there were no guiding resources available when he began, and he had to learn the best ways to grow, operate, and de-risk his business through trial and error. Now, Keith is changing the landscape by offering transparent information through his podcast and his platform as a wildly successful entrepreneur. In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with entrepreneur Keith Leimbach to break down his path to achieving an eight-figure exit. Keith explains how to delegate as an entrepreneur, the value of consumer-friendly marketing, and why it's crucial to understand your finances. Plus, he talks about his podcast and how he's delivering value to other entrepreneurs.

Welcome back to Eggs! In today's classic episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Joe Valley, a seasoned Author, Guest Speaker, EXITpreneur, and Advisor. Joe, a Partner at Quiet Light, an online business brokerage, brings a wealth of experience to the table.Over the past nine years, Joe has not only built and sold several companies but has also served as a mentor to countless entrepreneurs striving for their own successful exits. With certifications as a Mergers & Acquisitions Professional, Joe is a sought-after expert, frequently appearing in mastermind groups, podcasts, and entrepreneurial events worldwide.Today, Joe joins us to delve into his latest release, the EXITpreneur's Playbook — How to Sell your Online Business for Top Dollar. Through a blend of real-life anecdotes and strategic insights, the book offers a roadmap for achieving remarkable exits. Join us as we explore this topic and more with the insightful Joe Valley.----Our Guest:Joe ValleyAuthor of The EXITpreneur's Playbook – How to sell your online business for top dollar by reverse engineering your pathway to success: GET IT HERE: https://amzn.to/3BJ7f6jLearn more about Joe:https://exitpreneur.io/https://quietlight.com/Credits:Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan RoghaarProduced by Michael SmithTheme music: "Perfect Day" by OPMThe Carton:https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggsThe Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist:bit.ly/eggstunesThe Plugs:The Showeggscast.com@eggshow on twitter and instagramOn iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcherAlso available on Google Play Music!Mike "DJ Ontic" shows and infodjontic.com@djontic on twitterRyan Roghaarhttps://rogha.ar ----Credits:Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan RoghaarProduced by Ryan RoghaarTheme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM The Carton:https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggsFeature with Zack Chmeis of Straight Method up now! https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs/zack-chmeis-35dae817ac28 The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist:bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs:The Showeggscast.com@eggshow on twitter and instagramOn iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcherAlso available on Google Play Music! Mike "DJ Ontic" shows and infodjontic.com@djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaarhttp://rogha.ar

Ramon Van Meer is the Founder and CEO of Genius Litter, a health-monitoring, odor-fighting, environmentally friendly cat litter. Featured on Shark Tank, it's a color-changing litter formula that catches signs of illness, keeping you and your pet happy and healthy. Ramon is also the CEO and Founder of Alpha Paw, a leading pet wellness brand that has grown into an eight-figure empire. Alpha Paw has also been featured on FOX, NBC, Allure, and many other popular sources. As a serial entrepreneur, Ramon has started and built multiple successful companies, including Soap Hub, a multimillion-dollar content site, Toodledo, a set of organizational tools, and Growth Hacker TV, a video site for start-ups. His life goals are to become the Marcus Lemonis for tech companies and to finally beat his son at chess. In this episode… Are you an entrepreneur with a brilliant business idea but lacking the capital to bring it to life? If so, you're not alone. Many business owners face this challenge, which can be a huge obstacle to success. However, there is a solution that could change everything: Shark Tank.  Shark Tank is a popular TV show that features a panel of successful entrepreneurs and investors who hear pitches from up-and-coming businesses. If you can make it onto the show and pitch your idea to the "sharks," you have the opportunity to secure the funding you need to scale your business. The sharks will offer you a percentage of equity in exchange for their investment. However, serial entrepreneur Ramon Van Meer says that getting onto Shark Tank is no easy feat. The application process can be lengthy and complex, but by putting in the effort and making a robust case for your business, you could be one step closer to achieving your dreams. He shares how he killed it on Shark Tank.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Ramon Van Meer, Founder and CEO of Genius Litter, to discuss his journey and experience on Shark Tank. Ramon shares his professional background, why he wanted to get to Shark Tank, the application process, and his experience pitching to the Shark Tank investors, as well as negotiation strategies and deal-making.

Welcome back to Making Bank. In today's episode, we have a compilation of previous episodes with Jeremy Weisz, Tim Kennedy, Jeff Fenstar, Jesse Krieger, Joe Valley, Rich Schefren and Gary Brecka, and in this episode you will hear tips and tricks from top entrepreneurs about the guide to success.   (2:24) Jeremy Weisz As an entrepreneur, being paranoid about things is advantageous because it will make you prepare for any situation. Redundancy is very important in the entrepreneurial world. Always have a backup plan for everything just in case.   (9:15) Tim Kennedy When you are in the business world, you always need to look out for the right people. They will really help you in your journey. Second thing is having a proper plan. Lastly, you need to have a purpose for everything that you're doing.   (16:36) Jeff Fenstar Don't get tired of trying new things and adapting to change. Nothing ever stays the same. So, even in business, if you want to penetrate new markets and thrive in the world, you have to come up with new methods daily. Never get tired.    (21:29) Jesse Krieger Try not to take no for an answer. Find ways to convince people to say yes. Come up with tactics and strategies that they cannot resist. Never give up when someone declines. Always assume they will say yes and work your way to it.   (28:11) Joe Valley Don't get too attached to your business. Remember to accept the fact that you are going to exit your business one day whether you like it or not. That is why it is very important that you have a proper exit plan ready when that time comes.    (32:45) Rich Schefren As an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with testing and trying out new platforms to see if they work or not. You just need to have a plan ready incase you find out that the platform is not giving you any value.   (38:49) Gary Brecka “The presence of oxygen is the absence of disease” Nothing is more truthful than this statement. Every disease known to mankind is always directly proportional to the absence of oxygen.   Tags: @jeremyrise25  @timkennedymma  @fensterjeff  @lifestyleentrepreneur  @exitpreneursplaybook  @therealrichschefren  @garybrecka

Welcome back to Making Bank. In today's episode, we have a compilation of previous episodes with Jeremy Weisz, Tim Kennedy, Jeff Fenstar, Jesse Krieger, Joe Valley, Rich Schefren and Gary Brecka, and in this episode you will hear tips and tricks from top entrepreneurs about the guide to success.   (2:24) Jeremy Weisz As an entrepreneur, being paranoid about things is advantageous because it will make you prepare for any situation. Redundancy is very important in the entrepreneurial world. Always have a backup plan for everything just in case.   (9:15) Tim Kennedy When you are in the business world, you always need to look out for the right people. They will really help you in your journey. Second thing is having a proper plan. Lastly, you need to have a purpose for everything that you're doing.   (16:36) Jeff Fenstar Don't get tired of trying new things and adapting to change. Nothing ever stays the same. So, even in business, if you want to penetrate new markets and thrive in the world, you have to come up with new methods daily. Never get tired.    (21:29) Jesse Krieger Try not to take no for an answer. Find ways to convince people to say yes. Come up with tactics and strategies that they cannot resist. Never give up when someone declines. Always assume they will say yes and work your way to it.   (28:11) Joe Valley Don't get too attached to your business. Remember to accept the fact that you are going to exit your business one day whether you like it or not. That is why it is very important that you have a proper exit plan ready when that time comes.    (32:45) Rich Schefren As an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with testing and trying out new platforms to see if they work or not. You just need to have a plan ready incase you find out that the platform is not giving you any value.   (38:49) Gary Brecka “The presence of oxygen is the absence of disease” Nothing is more truthful than this statement. Every disease known to mankind is always directly proportional to the absence of oxygen.   Tags: @jeremyrise25  @timkennedymma  @fensterjeff  @lifestyleentrepreneur  @exitpreneursplaybook  @therealrichschefren  @garybrecka

Welcome back to Making Bank. In today's episode, we have a compilation of previous episodes with Jeremy Weisz, Tim Kennedy, Jeff Fenstar, Jesse Krieger, Joe Valley, Rich Schefren and Gary Brecka, and in this episode you will hear tips and tricks from top entrepreneurs about the guide to success.   (2:24) Jeremy Weisz As an entrepreneur, being paranoid about things is advantageous because it will make you prepare for any situation. Redundancy is very important in the entrepreneurial world. Always have a backup plan for everything just in case.   (9:15) Tim Kennedy When you are in the business world, you always need to look out for the right people. They will really help you in your journey. Second thing is having a proper plan. Lastly, you need to have a purpose for everything that you're doing.   (16:36) Jeff Fenstar Don't get tired of trying new things and adapting to change. Nothing ever stays the same. So, even in business, if you want to penetrate new markets and thrive in the world, you have to come up with new methods daily. Never get tired.    (21:29) Jesse Krieger Try not to take no for an answer. Find ways to convince people to say yes. Come up with tactics and strategies that they cannot resist. Never give up when someone declines. Always assume they will say yes and work your way to it.   (28:11) Joe Valley Don't get too attached to your business. Remember to accept the fact that you are going to exit your business one day whether you like it or not. That is why it is very important that you have a proper exit plan ready when that time comes.    (32:45) Rich Schefren As an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with testing and trying out new platforms to see if they work or not. You just need to have a plan ready incase you find out that the platform is not giving you any value.   (38:49) Gary Brecka “The presence of oxygen is the absence of disease” Nothing is more truthful than this statement. Every disease known to mankind is always directly proportional to the absence of oxygen.   Tags: @jeremyrise25  @timkennedymma  @fensterjeff  @lifestyleentrepreneur  @exitpreneursplaybook  @therealrichschefren  @garybrecka

Welcome back to Making Bank. In today's episode, we have a compilation of previous episodes with Jeremy Weisz, Tim Kennedy, Jeff Fenstar, Jesse Krieger, Joe Valley, Rich Schefren and Gary Brecka, and in this episode you will hear tips and tricks from top entrepreneurs about the guide to success.   (2:24) Jeremy Weisz As an entrepreneur, being paranoid about things is advantageous because it will make you prepare for any situation. Redundancy is very important in the entrepreneurial world. Always have a backup plan for everything just in case.   (9:15) Tim Kennedy When you are in the business world, you always need to look out for the right people. They will really help you in your journey. Second thing is having a proper plan. Lastly, you need to have a purpose for everything that you're doing.   (16:36) Jeff Fenstar Don't get tired of trying new things and adapting to change. Nothing ever stays the same. So, even in business, if you want to penetrate new markets and thrive in the world, you have to come up with new methods daily. Never get tired.    (21:29) Jesse Krieger Try not to take no for an answer. Find ways to convince people to say yes. Come up with tactics and strategies that they cannot resist. Never give up when someone declines. Always assume they will say yes and work your way to it.   (28:11) Joe Valley Don't get too attached to your business. Remember to accept the fact that you are going to exit your business one day whether you like it or not. That is why it is very important that you have a proper exit plan ready when that time comes.    (32:45) Rich Schefren As an entrepreneur, there is nothing wrong with testing and trying out new platforms to see if they work or not. You just need to have a plan ready incase you find out that the platform is not giving you any value.   (38:49) Gary Brecka “The presence of oxygen is the absence of disease” Nothing is more truthful than this statement. Every disease known to mankind is always directly proportional to the absence of oxygen.   Tags: @jeremyrise25  @timkennedymma  @fensterjeff  @lifestyleentrepreneur  @exitpreneursplaybook  @therealrichschefren  @garybrecka

Robert Leonard chats with Cody Schneider about all things digital marketing and online business.Cody Schneider has held various Head of Growth roles at startups, helping them scale rapidly, and has now founded two successful SaaS businesses, SwellAI and Drafthorse AI.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro.09:33 - What niche sites are and how they work.12:06 - How AI is impacting content generation.30:44 - If niche sites are still viable with AI hitting the scene.33:26 - Why you should be posting content on Twitter.41:23 - Why brand is so important.44:10 - How to grow a podcast.51:44 - How to grow a newsletter.*Disclaimer: Slight timestamp discrepancies may occur due to podcast platform differences.BOOKS AND RESOURCESBuy Then Build by Walker Deibel.The EXITPreneur's Playbook by Joe Valley.Related episode: Listen to Building an Online Business Empire w/ Jacky Chou, or watch the video.Related episode: Listen to Investing In (and Building) Online Businesses w/ Mike Vranjkovic or watch the video.NEW TO THE SHOW?Check out our Millennial Investing Starter Packs.Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.Try Robert's favorite tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance.Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets.Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.P.S The Investor's Podcast Network is excited to launch a subreddit devoted to our fans in discussing financial markets, stock picks, questions for our hosts, and much more! Join our subreddit r/TheInvestorsPodcast today!SPONSORSGet a FREE audiobook from Audible.Learn how Principal Financial can help you find the right benefits and retirement plan for your team today.Your home might be worth more than you think. Earn extra money today with Airbnb.Get a customized solution for all of your KPIs in one efficient system with one source of truth. Download NetSuite's popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance for free.Enjoy an all-in-one personal finance app that gives you a comprehensive view of all your accounts, investments, transactions, cash flow, net worth, and more, with Monarch Money. Get an extended thirty-day free trial today.Be confident that you'll be small businessing at your best with support designed to help you reach your goals. Book an appointment with a TD Small Business Specialist today.Shape and flex your home loans how you want with Athena. Join the thousands of Aussies taking control of their mortgage today.Invest in the same paintings available to billionaires, at a more accessible price point with Masterworks.Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors.Connect with Robert: Twitter | WebsiteConnect with Cody: Twitter | WebsiteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robert Leonard brings back his friend Connor Gross, who is an avid life hacker, financial optimizer, and host of the award-winning podcast All the Hacks. Together, they talk about how to build and sell companies to Google and Wealthfront, what life hacking is, and more!IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro06:41 - How to build and sell companies to Google and Wealthfront.16:34 - What it's like being a VC at Google.16:34 -What VCs at Google look for when investing in companies.18:35 - What life hacking is.39:03 - How to optimize your credit card rewards.45:02 - Which personal finance tools are best.And much, much more!*Disclaimer: Slight timestamp discrepancies may occur due to podcast platform differences.BOOKS AND RESOURCESConnor's newsletter.Connor's course: How to Quit Your Job.Bob Iger's book The Ride of a Lifetime.Empire Flipper's marketplace.Buy Then Build by Walker Deibel.The EXITPreneur's Playbook by Joe Valley.NEW TO THE SHOW?Check out our Millennial Investing Starter Packs.Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.Try Robert's favorite tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance.Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets.Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.P.S The Investor's Podcast Network is excited to launch a subreddit devoted to our fans in discussing financial markets, stock picks, questions for our hosts, and much more! Join our subreddit r/TheInvestorsPodcast today!SPONSORSGet a FREE audiobook from Audible.Learn how Principal Financial can help you find the right benefits and retirement plan for your team today.Be confident that you'll be small businessing at your best with support designed to help you reach your goals. Book an appointment with a TD Small Business Specialist today.Return to the all-access world of the rich and powerful. Don't miss new episodes of Billions streaming August 11th on the Paramount Plus with Showtime plan.Shape and flex your home loans how you want with Athena. Join the thousands of Aussies taking control of their mortgage today.Your home might be worth more than you think. Earn extra money today with Airbnb.Get a customized solution for all of your KPIs in one efficient system with one source of truth. Download NetSuite's popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance for free.Invest in the same paintings available to billionaires, at a more accessible price point with Masterworks.Enjoy an all-in-one personal finance app that gives you a comprehensive view of all your accounts, investments, transactions, cash flow, net worth, and more, with Monarch Money. Get an extended thirty-day free trial today.Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors.Connect with Robert: Twitter | WebsiteConnect with Chris: Website | Twitter | LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robert Leonard brings back his friend Connor Gross to talk about generating cash flow with online businesses and putting that in physical assets, like real estate.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro06:12 - The current state of self-storage deals.09:57 - What unlevered yield on cost is, and why it's important.11:35 - How interest rates are impacting real estate portfolios.14:05 - What the e-comm business model is.15:40 - What products to look for when starting in e-comm.41:10 - How to get your first customers in an e-comm business.And much, much more!*Disclaimer: Slight timestamp discrepancies may occur due to podcast platform differences.BOOKS AND RESOURCESConnor's newsletter.Connor's course: How to Quit Your Job.Bob Iger's book The Ride of a Lifetime.Empire Flipper's marketplace.Buy Then Build by Walker Deibel.The EXITPreneur's Playbook by Joe Valley.NEW TO THE SHOW?Check out our Millennial Investing Starter Packs.Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.Try Robert's favorite tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance.Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets.Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.P.S The Investor's Podcast Network is excited to launch a subreddit devoted to our fans in discussing financial markets, stock picks, questions for our hosts, and much more! Join our subreddit r/TheInvestorsPodcast today!SPONSORSGet a FREE audiobook from Audible.Be confident that you'll be small businessing at your best with support designed to help you reach your goals. Book an appointment with a TD Small Business Specialist today.Learn from the world's best minds - anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace with Masterclass. Get 15% off an annual membership today.Get a customized solution for all of your KPIs in one efficient system with one source of truth. Download NetSuite's popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance for free.Make investing in Short Term Rentals aka Air-BNBs simple, passive, and profitable with Techvestor. Listeners of Millennial Investing get better terms by just mentioning "Millennial Investing!" Sign up and book your call with their Investor Relations Team to get started today.Return to the all-access world of the rich and powerful. Don't miss new episodes of Billions streaming August 11th on the Paramount Plus with Showtime plan.Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors.Connect with Robert: Twitter | WebsiteConnect with Connor: Twitter | Instagram | WebsiteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robert Leonard and Jacky Chou delve into the realm of online business, including how to start an e-comm business, product selection strategies for e-comm companies, the upcoming trends in niche websites, and an array of other captivating subjects.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro07:31 - What the e-comm business model is.07:54 - How to get your first customers in an e-comm business.11:51 - What products to look for when starting in e-comm.28:21 - The best online business models.35:36 - Whether content sites are dead or not.And much, much more!*Disclaimer: Slight timestamp discrepancies may occur due to podcast platform differences.BOOKS AND RESOURCESJacky's Marketing Letter.Jacky's Hold Co Indexsy.Empire Flipper's marketplace.Buy Then Build by Walker Deibel.The EXITPreneur's Playbook by Joe Valley.NEW TO THE SHOW?Check out our Millennial Investing Starter Packs.Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.Try Robert's favorite tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance.Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets.Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.P.S The Investor's Podcast Network is excited to launch a subreddit devoted to our fans in discussing financial markets, stock picks, questions for our hosts, and much more! Join our subreddit r/TheInvestorsPodcast today!SPONSORSGet a FREE audiobook from Audible.Be confident that you'll be small businessing at your best with support designed to help you reach your goals. Book an appointment with a TD Small Business Specialist today.Return to the all-access world of the rich and powerful. Don't miss new episodes of Billions streaming August 11th on the Paramount Plus with Showtime plan.Get a customized solution for all of your KPIs in one efficient system with one source of truth. Download NetSuite's popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance for free.Learn from the world's best minds - anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace with Masterclass. Get 15% off an annual membership today.Make investing in Short Term Rentals aka Air-BNBs simple, passive, and profitable with Techvestor. Listeners of Millennial Investing get better terms by just mentioning "Millennial Investing!" Sign up and book your call with their Investor Relations Team to get started today.Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors.Connect with Robert: Twitter | WebsiteConnect with Jacky: Twitter | Website | LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robert Leonard chats with Mike Vranjkovic, who is a founding Partner and Managing Director of Empire Flippers Capital. They discuss about building and investing in online businesses, including FBA businesses, niche sites, content sites, e-commerce, and much more!IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro02:32 - What online business models exist.07:33 - Which online business models are best.11:49 - How AI is impacting online business.29:54 - Valuation and sale process of online businesses.32:32 - How to invest in online businesses.And much, much more!*Disclaimer: Slight timestamp discrepancies may occur due to podcast platform differences.BOOKS AND RESOURCESEmpire Flipper's marketplace.Buy Then Build by Walker Deibel.The EXITPreneur's Playbook by Joe Valley.NEW TO THE SHOW?Check out our Millennial Investing Starter Packs.Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.Try Robert's favorite tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance.Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets.Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.P.S The Investor's Podcast Network is excited to launch a subreddit devoted to our fans in discussing financial markets, stock picks, questions for our hosts, and much more! Join our subreddit r/TheInvestorsPodcast today!SPONSORSGet a FREE audiobook from Audible.Be confident that you'll be small businessing at your best with support designed to help you reach your goals. Book an appointment with a TD Small Business Specialist today.Return to the all-access world of the rich and powerful. Don't miss new episodes of Billions streaming August 11th on the Paramount Plus with Showtime plan.Get a customized solution for all of your KPIs in one efficient system with one source of truth. Download NetSuite's popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance for free.Make investing in Short Term Rentals aka Air-BNBs simple, passive, and profitable with Techvestor. Listeners of Millennial Investing get better terms by just mentioning "Millennial Investing!" Sign up and book your call with their Investor Relations Team to get started today.Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors.Connect with Robert: Twitter | WebsiteConnect with Mike: WebsiteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chelsea Wood is the Managing Director of Acquisition Lab, a do-it-with-you advisory service helping acquisition entrepreneurs become business owners. She is a Certified Merger & Acquisition Advisor (CM&AA) and an Industrial-Organizational (IO) Psychologist focused on maximizing organizational success through human capital. Chelsea is also the Chief of Staff at Buy Then Build and the Owner of Insightsify. She holds a Green Belt, Six Sigma Certification, a BA in psychology focusing on business administration and organizational communication, and an MA in industrial and organizational psychology. In this episode… Many people want to become entrepreneurs, but is there an alternative to starting one from scratch? Sometimes it makes sense to acquire and claim an existing one as your own. So where and how should you begin the process? As a seasoned acquisition specialist, Chelsea Wood says there's no right way to buy a business, and the process can be complicated. There is a lot of contradictory advice and varying perspectives when purchasing an existing business, so it's crucial to partner with an expert familiar with the most suitable approach. Chelsea shares how she helps and supports entrepreneurs in each phase of the acquisition process to mitigate their risk.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Chelsea Wood, Managing Director of Acquisition Lab, to discuss recommendations for successfully buying a business. Chelsea explains why people need help buying a business, the Lab's criteria for vetting its clients, the time it takes to acquire a business, and the mistakes people can make along the way.

Rohaan Khan is the Founder and CEO of OrangeTrail Media, a brand that helps digital advertisers scale with exclusive agency ad accounts for Facebook, Google, TikTok, Snapchat, Bing, Taboola, and Twitter. Rohaan is an entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist with deep knowledge of marketing, consumer psychology, copywriting, branding, conversion rate optimization, and media buying. With this expertise, he was able to position one of his brands for an exit, successfully selling it to a Canadian venture capital firm in 2020. In this episode… The main pain points advertisers are facing in the industry nowadays are restrictions, bans, and disapprovals. So how can you avoid or find a solution when it happens?  Every business is prone to bans and restrictions when they advertise. It's an ongoing challenge, and Rohaan Khan discovered there was little support available for companies in this area. After successfully exiting his business, solving this pain point became his main focus. Leveraging his strong industry contacts to form partnerships with ASPs from Meta, Google, TikTok, Snapchat, Twitter, Bing, and Taboola, Rohaan helps advertisers avoid or mitigate bans and restrictions in a streamlined fashion.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Rohaan Khan, Founder and CEO of OrangeTrail Media, to discuss ways to avoid or remedy bans and restrictions. Rohaan shares his backstory of starting OrangeTrail, the solutions for various types of bans and restrictions, and OrangeTrail's customer success stories.

Michael Donovan was the founder of a content business he sold after three years. Now he's the Project Manager of Acquia, the world's only open digital experience company that empowers the most ambitious brands by providing them with one central hub from which to create, manage, deliver, and optimize content-driven experiences across any and all digital channels. Michael has over 10 years of experience in technology and project management, supporting some of the world's most popular products.   In this episode… Do you plan to venture into the content site business? What do you need to do to build and grow a sellable business?  Michael Donovan knows the ins and outs of starting and building a content site. What began as a side hustle to secure his family financially, scaled to over $40,000 a month in revenue. After three years, he decided to sell it. Michael shares the challenges he encountered during his first offer and how he managed to exit with a high six-figure sale in his second attempt.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Michael Donovan, Project Manager of Acquia, to discuss the journey of building, scaling, and exiting his content site business. Michael shares the process of building and selling his content site business, his first potential SBA buyer, why he had to list the business a second time, and the emotional process of selling a business.

Stacey Roberts is the Owner of New You Health and Wellness, a practice providing specialized advanced physical therapy and functional medicine to help people look and feel better. She is a physical therapist and holistic registered nurse with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital and healthcare industry.  Before New You Health and Wellness, Stacey was the Director of Rehabilitation at Aegis Therapies and an Assistant Professor of the DPT Program at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She obtained an MBA in 2019 before earning a master's in nursing and is completing a Nurse Practitioner Certification in 2024. In this episode… Do you have hopes of becoming an entrepreneur? Have you considered acquiring one? What can you learn from someone who has bought and successfully exited an online business?  Buying a business entails many moving parts, creating a great deal of complexity. Stacey Roberts realized this in her journey of buying, growing, and selling her content site for nearly double the purchase price. She now shares her process of due diligence, financing the acquisition, scaling the site, exiting, and managing aftersale life.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley and Pat Yates sit down with Stacey Roberts, Owner of New You Health and Wellness, to discuss how she successfully bought and sold an online business. Stacey explains her purchasing decision, the challenges she faced and overcame, the sales process, and why she decided to sell.

Jon MacDonald is the Founder and President of The Good, a conversion rate optimization firm that has achieved results for some of the largest online brands, including Adobe, Nike, Xerox, Verizon, and Intel. The Good helps brands understand their website visitors' clicks and movements and how to use that data effectively to convert more of them into buyers. Before The Good, Jon was the Interactive Development Manager at XPLANE and the Founder and Interactive Director of JonnyMac Interactive. In addition to authoring Opting in to Optimization and Stop Marketing, Start Selling, Jon regularly contributes to publications, including Entrepreneur and Inc. He is also an active committee member in industry associations and peer groups such as the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO). In this episode… Are you an e-commerce brand struggling to increase online sales? How can you convert more website visitors into buyers? Many e-commerce brands have great products or services but low sales because they lack a clear path to realizing their website's potential. Jon MacDonald, an expert in driving conversion rates, explains how brands can optimize their websites to increase revenue. When you have a lot of visitors to your e-commerce store, but they're not converting into buyers, Jon recommends having a professional help you understand and track the visitors' clicks and movements and how they're navigating your site. Once you know where and why people are dropping off in the sales funnel, you can improve your site's efficiency and use the existing traffic to increase conversion rates and drive sales. In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley and Pat Yates sit down with Jon MacDonald, Founder and President of The Good, to discuss how to convert your site's visitors into buyers. Jon explains why 98% of your website visitors don't buy from you and why, tips for improving conversion rates without offering discounts, the importance of user testing, and how smaller brands can optimize their sites.

Steven Weigler is the Founder and Managing Partner of EmergeCounsel, a company that specializes in protecting business assets and intellectual property for entrepreneurs worldwide. Before his work at EmergeCounsel, Steven was the Founder, CEO, and General Counsel of ScholarCentric, a groundbreaking educational technology startup. With extensive entrepreneurial and legal experience, Steven specializes in intellectual property, general business counsel, and information technology law. His overriding objective is to provide legal counsel for people with evolving businesses. In this episode… Running a thriving business consists of many moving parts, especially for entrepreneurs starting, growing, or exiting a company. It's important to retain legal counsel to help protect the business no matter what stage your brand is in. Many entrepreneurs think a business attorney is unnecessary, but they are essential to help you mitigate risk and protect your interests. With over 30 years in the legal arena, Steven Weigler says that growing or selling an online business is complex enough, and getting sound legal advice is crucial. He also recommends hiring counsel to help with your governing documents, protect your brand from copycats and knockoffs, and increase its value during an exit. When you have adequate legal counsel with a background in business who has your interests in mind, business transitions will be much smoother, and you can proceed confidently.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Steven Weigler, the Founder and Managing Partner of EmergeCounsel, to discuss how entrepreneurs can legally prepare to grow or exit a business. Steven explains the value of hiring an attorney for your business, the legal issues entrepreneurs need to “button up” as they begin the exit process, how EmergeCounsel's TotalTM® program helps people with trademark services, and the counsel he provides for entrepreneurs.

Shane Sams is the Co-founder and CEO of Flipped Lifestyle, a firm that teaches people how to find financial freedom and gain control of their time by starting an online business membership using The Flipped Lifestyle Blueprint. Shane and his wife figured out how to make their entire living online, and now they help other people do the same. He is a blogger, information marketer, speaker, and host of the Flipped Lifestyle Podcast. Before Flipped Lifestyle, Shane was a high school football coach and social studies teacher and created an elementary education business that sold for over $1 million. In this episode… Are you tied down with a job that doesn't provide the income you need to create the lifestyle you want? Would you like a business that frees up your time so you can spend it with your family while generating the income you need to achieve total financial freedom? Shane Sams and his wife worked as full-time teachers, not making the money or having the flexibility they wanted. After being denied permission to leave work and tend to an emergency in his son's life, Shane decided to make a change so something like this would never happen again. That's when Shane and his wife went into business for themselves, eventually quitting their jobs. They were yielding high incomes without being chained to traditional employment. Figuring out a business model that could be replicated, they now help others overhaul their lives to create a better family-oriented and secure financial future. In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Shane Sams, Co-founder and CEO of Flipped Lifestyle, to discuss how they've flipped their lives and become family-oriented entrepreneurs. Shane shares his entrepreneurial journey, how he and his wife were able to quit their jobs and spend quality family time while achieving financial freedom, and the business model they use to help others do the same.

Brad Wayland is a Business Advisor at Quiet Light, a brokerage firm that helps online business owners execute successful exits. As a thriving entrepreneur, he has almost 20 years of experience marketing and operating online businesses. Starting in 2003, Brad helped create an online custom t-shirt company that became a multimillion-dollar enterprise. Later, he started building other e-commerce businesses and investing in existing companies. Over the last 10 years, Brad has constructed, purchased, or sold more than 30 web properties. Chris Wozniak is a Business Advisor with Quiet Light and the Founder of The George Ryan Group, LLC. He began his career as the Founder, Business Broker, and Mergers and Acquisitions Intermediary of Lesdon & Associates Business Brokers LLC.  Through his work representing hundreds of sellers and being a member of the International Business Brokers Association, Chris has earned accreditations of Merger & Acquisition Master Intermediary and Certified Business Intermediary. He also earned the Board Certified Broker designation as a member of the Texas Associations of Business Brokers, the Broker-Dealer license issued by the Texas State Securities Board, and the Real Estate Broker license issued by the Texas Real Estate Commission. In this episode… Amidst the evolving business world, what do entrepreneurs need to know to keep up and stay ahead?  The pandemic drastically changed business as usual, especially in the M&A space. Brad Wayland and Chris Wozniak discuss the changes to be mindful of in buyer behavior, multiples, lending, and interest rates in e-commerce, SaaS businesses, and content sites. What are their recommendations for maneuvering and flourishing amid these shifts? In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley and Pat Yates sit down with Brad Wayland and Chris Wozniak, Business Advisors with Quiet Light, to discuss the evolution of business and the effects of the changes since 2021. They share their insights and recommendation in many areas, including what e-commerce businesses generate the most profit, what multiple to look for in an M&A, and how the lending market has altered.

Steve Chou is a highly recognized influencer and speaker in the e-commerce space. As a serial entrepreneur, he founded My Wife Quit Her Job LLC, an educational blog and podcast that teaches entrepreneurs how to sell physical products online. The blog has been featured in Forbes, Inc., and The New Your Times, among others, and the podcast is a top 25 Apple Podcasts marketing show.  As the Co-founder of Bumblebee Linens, he sells customizable handkerchiefs and linens for special occasions. In addition, Steve is the Co-founder of Sellers Summit, a conference that Entrepreneur magazine and CPC Strategy Inc. have lauded as one of the top e-commerce events in the business.  In this episode… A lot of people dream of becoming an entrepreneur. If you want to start and run a thriving business, putting your family first is essential. So how do you find that balance? Serial entrepreneur Steve Chou says most entrepreneurial advice comes from single men or women without outside responsibilities. He discovered entrepreneurs running multimillion-dollar companies who have families, don't spend quality time with them. It's also not uncommon for these entrepreneurs to be stressed out or burned out. That's when Steve decided to write a book to share how people can start a business that allows them to quit their jobs and achieve financial freedom without sacrificing family and what matters most. In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Steve Chou, Founder of My Wife Quit Her Job, to discuss tips for being a family-first entrepreneur. Steve talks about his journey writing The Family First Entrepreneur and why he wrote it, tips for achieving a work-life balance, how to start a business with a family-first approach, and how he navigates running two seven-figure companies without sacrificing family time.

Josh Hadley is the Founder and CEO of an eight-figure e-commerce business called Hadley Designs. Hadley Designs is an online graphic design boutique where customers can choose, design, download, and print home decor and invitations. Josh is also an e-commerce business consultant and the host of the eComm Breakthrough Podcast, which is dedicated to helping brands exceed eight-figure profits. Before starting Hadley Designs and eComm Breakthrough Consulting, Josh graduated with an MBA from the Lassonde New Venture Development program at the University of Utah. Josh then took his talents to Dallas, where he honed his business, marketing, and project management skills as an executive for American Airlines. In this episode… Are you struggling to scale your e-commerce brand? What can you learn from an expert who has grown his brand to an eight-figure business?  According to Josh Hadley, growing an e-commerce brand is challenging. It's a space that has millions of competitors, so business owners must be innovative to differentiate themselves and flourish in the market. Josh shares his journey from 2016 to now and how he has grown his brand to an eight-figure business on Amazon — from product selection and team building to the challenges he had to overcome. In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley and Pat Yates sit down with Josh Hadley, Founder and CEO of Hadley Designs, to discuss the process of growing an e-commerce brand to an eight-figure business. Josh talks about the experience of having his spouse as his business partner, how they built their e-commerce brand into an eight-figure Amazon business, tips to manage products and scale, and how they developed an outstanding team.

For 28 years, Doug Pick was the Founder and CEO of Hearos, a global company specializing in the development and manufacturing of innovative foam earplugs. It was a self-financed, vertically integrated, global consumer packaged goods company that he successfully exited to private equity. Doug is now the Founder and CEO of DAP Ventures and focuses on empowering delightfully disruptive brands to intelligently grow, avoid painful pitfalls, and achieve extraordinary outcomes. In this episode… Many people dream of becoming entrepreneurs, but only a few know how to become prosperous entrepreneurs. So what can you learn from someone who has built up a business for over two decades and successfully exited? With only $15,000 in savings, Doug Pick decided to start his ear plugs business — one that he could control. He made countless mistakes and faced many challenges in the process, but with time, he successfully grew and scaled the company into a multimillion-dollar business. He now shares his journey and lessons learned from startup to exit.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Doug Pick, Founder and CEO of Hearos, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey of growing and exiting a business. Doug shares his story of founding Hearos, tips for creating an outstanding product, how to thrive in the e-commerce space, and advice for entrepreneurs planning an exit. 

Kelley Thornton is the Founder and CEO of Tiege Hanley, a high-quality, affordable, and simplified men's skincare brand. Before Tiege, he was the Founder and CEO of Purchase Point, a team of in-store design strategists helping clients stay ahead of the competition by providing expert, whole-store merchandising strategy by brand and channel. Kelley has a BA in economics and is an entrepreneur that values creativity, hard work, honesty, people, and data.  In this episode… Skincare for men is one of the most challenging markets because society has made men feel it's taboo to have a skincare routine. So what can you learn from an expert thriving in this world?  Most men don't know much about skincare. With this realization, Kelley Thornton decided to create a product system and brand that makes skincare meaningful, accessible, affordable, and uncomplicated for regular guys. Today, he shares how his subscription-based company is flourishing in the e-commerce space. In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Kelley Thornton, Founder and CEO of Tiege Hanley, to discuss tried-and-true strategies to succeed in the men's skincare market. Kelley talks about Tiege's skincare system for men, how to flourish with a subscription model and profit on Amazon, and advice for young entrepreneurs in the subscription model business.

Joe Valley is a serial entrepreneur and partner at Quiet Light Brokerage. He's also an expert at building sellable companies. He's also learned the secret to winning more deals: Don't be an a–hole. The people who win more deals do their research, carry intelligent conversations, and are polite, professional, and likable. Why are these qualities so important? Joe Valley covers the topic in detail in this throwback episode of the Negotiations Ninja podcast! 

Lauren Lee is the Senior eCommerce Business Development Manager of ClickBank, an e-commerce platform with a global affiliate marketplace that empowers entrepreneurs to build, market, and scale online. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in affiliate marketing. Before ClickBank, Lauren was the Director of Business Development at Brad's Deals, Senior Accessories Buyer at Groupon, and eCommerce Sales Manager at vfish Designs. In this episode… Are you struggling to grow your e-commerce brand? Affiliate marketing is a fruitful route to consider, but where do you start?  Promoting your product through affiliates — organizations or influencers with a great deal of traffic on their websites — can help you reach more people. The challenge lies with how brand owners connect with the right affiliate. Lauren Lee, an affiliate marketing expert, recommends joining an affiliate network or platform like ClickBank, ShareASale, and Commission Junction, to name a few. These platforms host the relationship between a seller and an affiliate to help brand owners make the right decision. Today, Lauren shares how they help clients get products in front of more people through affiliate marketing.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Lauren Lee, Senior eCommerce Business Development Manager of ClickBank, to discuss how e-commerce brands can thrive through affiliate marketing. Lauren explains the ins and outs of affiliate marketing, tips to build your affiliate program, common mistakes, and how expert partnerships can help you boost your affiliate program results.

Jaryd Krause is the Founder and CEO of Buying Online Businesses, a community where people learn how to buy and scale online businesses. As an online business mentor, Jaryd has gained knowledge, experience, and great success purchasing online companies and teaching people how they can do the same. He's on a mission to help 1,000 people replace their current income, quit their jobs, and live a lifestyle they love. When he's not working, Jaryd loves traveling the world and surfing. In this episode… Are you aspiring to buy or scale an online business to replace your income and live the lifestyle you've always desired?  Building a business from scratch is challenging, and you might end up losing all your savings. That's why Jaryd Krause recommends buying an established business that has successfully passed the startup phase. According to Jaryd, who has thrived in this space for years, getting help when buying a business is critical to ensure your purchase is less stressful and more successful. With the knowledge and experience he has gained, Jaryd coaches people on making the right online business purchases.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Jaryd Krause, Founder and CEO of Buying Online Businesses, to discuss how to avoid failure when buying online businesses. Jaryd talks about the leading marketplaces to buy an online business, considerations for purchasing a content site, the value of investing in education before buying a business, and top due diligence tips to foster a smooth purchase.

Alan Silvestri is the Founder and CEO of Growth Gorilla, an agency that provides high-quality content promotion and distribution for B2B SaaS companies. Through quality link-building and content, Growth Gorilla helps companies grow their conversion rates. Before Growth Gorilla, Alan was the Founder and SEO Specialist of Black Swan Digital, which helped SaaS companies and profitable startups get more of their dream leads and customers from Google. In this episode… For SaaS companies, content marketing is fundamental for growth. But what can you do if your content is not bearing the desired results? Many SaaS companies have a marketing team responsible for creating exceptional content. This content grows the business to a certain point, but promoting it is what scales the business to greater heights. However, content promotion is challenging since many companies don't have the time, resources, or know-how. Alan Silvestri recommends using backlinks to promote content and increase conversion. Believing that excellent products need to be found, Alan shares how he helps SaaS companies get more backlinks in their content to increase traffic and sign-ups. In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Alan Silvestri, Founder and CEO of Growth Gorilla, to discuss promoting content through backlinks. Alan talks about Growth Gorilla and its services, what backlinks are and how to incorporate them into content, and the importance of promoting pages that have business potential.

Daniel James is the Founder and CEO of mint performance marketing, a full-service agency that helps disruptive DTC and e-commerce brands accelerate growth through performance marketing. In 2021, mint was acquired by Social Chain Agency, a social media and e-commerce group. He is also an Angel Investor for Good Sport, Obvi, CALIWATER Cactus Water, and Spudsy. Since 2004, Daniel has led digital marketing strategies at companies including MySpace, AOL, Adidas, and Disney. In this episode… Many brands fall victim to the perception of success from paid ads while housing a sub-par website or online ecosystem. There's no silver bullet to success — so how can you scale? The best way to scale your brand using influencer marketing is in the execution. Daniel James understands the benefits and creative structure of influencers that create a drive for products — but the berry is only as good as the juice, and if your brand foundation has cracks, you can never expect to grow. By using the content community, you can increase awareness, expand connection opportunities, and add value to your brand.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Daniel James, Founder and CEO of mint performance marketing, to discuss elevating your brand and retaining customers through influencer marketing. Daniel talks about building strong foundations, content creators for brand campaigns, and why you should be evolving with the marketplace. Stay tuned! 

Devin Johnson is an experienced executive. He is the CEO of BRANDefenders, a digital marketing company that offers numerous branding services. Devin is no stranger to creating brands and helping them grow. He was the Founder and CEO of ReelWorld Gear, Owner of Proform Landscapes, Co-founder and CEO of MyOilMarketing, and a Founding Team Member for ClearCenter, Clear Companies, and DirectPointe. Richart Ruddie is a Strategic Advisor at BRANDefenders. He owns multiple online marketing, SEO, and reputation management businesses including Alpha Paw, Class Updates, and The Reputation Management Company (RMC). Richart has been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, and more.  Chris Wozniak is a Business Advisor with Quiet Light and the Founder of The George Ryan Group, LLC. He began his career as the Founder, Business Broker, and Mergers and Acquisitions Intermediary of Lesdon & Associates Business Brokers LLC. Through his work representing hundreds of sellers and being a member of the International Business Brokers Association, Chris has earned accreditations of Merger & Acquisition Master Intermediary and Certified Business Intermediary. He also earned the Board Certified Broker designation as a member of the Texas Associations of Business Brokers, the Broker Dealer license issued by the Texas State Securities Board, and the Real Estate Broker license issued by the Texas Real Estate Commission. In this episode… Brand attributes characterize your organization in someone's mind — they constitute your brand's personality. But what happens when these attributes are compromised? What can you do to add value to your brand when negative messaging hits your consumers?  Creating holistic end-to-end solutions for your brand's marketing department is what Devin Johnson and Richart Ruddie assemble. Your brand and reputation go hand in hand, so highlighting the value of your products can help reduce the noise or stickiness unwanted content brings. By repairing your brand's reputation, you can achieve your desired growth. But when it comes time to exit and step away from what you've grown, Devin and Richart know just how much of an impact honesty makes. Are you ready for an extraordinary exit? In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley and Chris Wozniak sit down with Devin Johnson and Richart Ruddie from BRANDefenders to talk about curating confidence in a buyer during an exit. Devin and Richart explain generating energy within your brand, the results from holistic conversations, and why brand awareness is crucial. Stay tuned!

Mike Nunez began his career as an Internet Marketing Manager for Tempus Resorts International and Last Minute Travel. Along with his brother, Mike was the Co-founder of Affiliate Manager and The Performance Company, an internet marketing agency, before founding Tilde Enterprises. He has acquired multiple e-commerce businesses, several of which he purchased from Quiet Light.   In this episode… When you want to purchase a company, what should you look for? Mike Nunez has a specific strategy: trust. What does trust look like in business terms?  Mike is intentional about his strategic acquisitions, values what he builds, and develops relationships. Trust is a highway to more than one thing, but Mike has learned that the highest level of trust is impeccable books. His experience has taught him a few things, especially when it comes to managing books: have clean books and never intermingle funds between businesses. Are you ready to upcycle your business? In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley and Chuck Mullins sit down with Mike Nunez, serial entrepreneur, to discuss the strategy of acquiring 10 companies. Mike talks about authentic work habits, positioning yourself to find value, and upcycling to encompass growth. Stay tuned! 

Deanna Berardi is the Head of Partnerships at Quiet Light. In this role, she helps develop relationships with buyers, sellers, and partners to ensure the best experience for clients. She is also the Manager of Customer Success at Intuit. Deanna has over 20 years of experience in strategic business development and was the Marketing Manager for Smart Wires Inc. and the Marketing Program Manager for Ernst & Young LLP. She graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with a bachelor's in business administration and marketing. In this episode… How much of an impact do clean books and due diligence make when it comes to exiting your business? For one company, model books and valuation meant securing the deal they wanted.  Achieving the exit you desire doesn't just happen by luck — you have to put in the work. One step to gaining the biggest return on your brand is to use educational material that will enlighten you and your buyers. On the aggregator side, having a strong presentation at the beginning of the process can carry your deal to the end.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley and Deanna Berardi, Head of Partnerships at Quiet Light, talk about a serendipitous turn of events that generated an 8-figure exit. Deanna talks about the valuation process, documentation and transferability, and education for exit empowerment. Stay tuned!

Matthew Holman is the Head of Growth and Co-founder of QPilot, which offers merchants a way to manage subscriptions and deliver the best products to consumers. He is an expert in the subscription space and the Founder of “Subscription Prescription,” a newsletter full of insights to help subscriptions thrive. Matthew is the Operations Co-chair of SUBTA (Subscription Trade Association) and a community advisory board member at RiseKit.  In this episode… How can you deliver an automated consumer experience? For subscription brands to be successful, they need to look beyond simply acquiring as many new clients as possible. What should you look for? For Matthew Holman, acquiring new clients is about examining the lifetime value and understanding the outcome your clients desire. It's not just enough to have loyal consumers — you want them to experience new products, upsells, and offerings. This not only maintains their loyalty but generates more revenue for your brand. Creating a subscription is a journey, and Matthew says the more you engage clients and become part of their journey, the more you can sell.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Matthew Holman, Head of Growth and Co-founder of QPilot, to talk about how to build a larger customer lifetime value. Matthew explains subscription logistics, communication for retention, and understanding your consumer for the long run. Stay tuned! 

Sean De Clercq is the CEO of Kickfurther, a successful crowdfunding platform. Throughout his entrepreneurial career, Sean's driving goal has been to create a solution to one of the most difficult problems that businesses face: funding the production of their inventory. Fittingly, Sean created Kickfurther to fund inventory for direct-to-consumer and major store brands such as Target, Amazon, Aldi, and more. In addition to running Kickfurther, Sean also works as an Entrepreneur Mentor at Rutgers Business School. In this episode… As a product business in today's market, where can you access funding for new inventory to fulfill purchase orders and invoices? If you're unable to secure funding through traditional sources, how can you build your brand? Sean De Clercq and his team at Kickfurther created a cash-flow-friendly solution for product entrepreneurs. With inflation creating a ruckus in the marketplace, it can be daunting for entrepreneurs to acquire loans. Sean helps people turn their cash into physical goods, which are then placed on consignment with growing product businesses. If you're a brand owner and need inventory without taking on debt, this episode is for you.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Sean De Clercq, CEO and Co-founder of Kickfurther, to talk about growing a company by 80% in 2022 through consignment funding. Sean discusses funding and connecting businesses, the ins and outs of co-op financing, and future goals for Kickfurther. Stay tuned! 

Chris Wozniak is a Business Advisor with Quiet Light and the Founder of The George Ryan Group, LLC. He began his career as the Founder, Business Broker, and Mergers and Acquisitions Intermediary of Lesdon & Associates Business Brokers LLC.  Through his work representing hundreds of sellers and being a member of the International Business Brokers Association, Chris has earned accreditations of Merger & Acquisition Master Intermediary and Certified Business Intermediary. He also earned the Board Certified Broker designation as a member of the Texas Associations of Business Brokers, the Broker Dealer license issued by the Texas State Securities Board, and the Real Estate Broker license issued by the Texas Real Estate Commission. In this episode… When you're in a specific niche for content agencies, is there a demand to buy your brand? How can you achieve a more profitable exit?  While there are many factors in the exit process, Chris Wozniak recommends you have at least two things: clean financials and tax returns that closely resemble your P&L. When it comes to selling your brand, you don't want to let anything get in the way. Listen to this episode to hear Chris' first-hand account of selling a medical writing agency — and why the underserved niche can be extremely valuable.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Chris Wozniak, Business Advisor at Quiet Light, to talk about selling third-party agencies. Chris discusses how to attract more buyers to your brand for a greater exit, the in's and out's of a barrier entry, and building a profitable business with an exit strategy. Stay tuned! 

Mark Daoust is the Founder, President, and CEO of Quiet Light, a business advisory firm that helps online entrepreneurs achieve amazing exits. Since starting the firm in 2007, Mark has guided dozens of entrepreneurs and small business owners through their exits. Before his work at Quiet Light, Mark founded Site-Reference.com, an online publication with a subscriber base that he expanded to more than 220,000 members. Now, Mark is a well-known presenter and guest author, as well as the co-host of the Quiet Light Podcast. Joe Valley is a Co-owner of Quiet Light. Joe joined the firm after selling his own e-commerce business through Quiet Light in 2010. He has advisor expertise in all web-based niches, including SaaS, e-commerce, and content businesses. In addition to this, Joe is the co-host of the Quiet Light Podcast and the author of The EXITpreneur's Playbook: How to Sell Your Online Business for Top Dollar by Reverse Engineering Your Pathway to Success. In this episode… The aggregator appetite for quality brands is strong, so, how can your brand meet their needs? If you're concerned about an unpredictable market, what steps can you take to help strengthen your brand? When it comes to having traction in the aggregator market, Joe Valley and Mark Daoust recommend you educate yourself on the marketplace. The year 2022 caused fear-mongering and confusion in the market, but to help your brand strengthen and grow during the upcoming years, it's best to keep a level head. This is how Joe and Mark plan to build out their upcoming year so they can continue the Quiet Light mission: helping people achieve their goals.  Join Joe Valley and Mark Daoust in this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast as they review the year 2022. Together, they discuss the rollercoaster of marketplace fears, why individual buyers are taking the scene, and how the Quiet Light team has grown over time.

Anton Hermann is the Co-founder and CMO of SPACEGOATS, a German software company helping you simplify and scale your Amazon business, transporting it into the galactic fast lane. Anton is skilled in e-commerce optimization, self-management, and technical design. He pulls his strong business development drive from his background in mechanical engineering, earning his Master of Science from the University of Stuttgart. In this episode… How can you scale your brand on Amazon when listings, PPC automation, and thousands of tiny tasks take up all your time? Do you want solutions to the challenges of meeting Amazon compliance so you can stay focused on selling? If you're looking for a better way to grow, Anton Hermann is here to share how SPACEGOATS can help.  Keeping up the pace in an international market is exhausting — and it might slow your growth within your home borders. Expanding internationally doesn't need to come with headaches and hassles. Anton has experience working with different market palates. That's why he helped create a software and service tool to help solve the complexity of branching into new marketplaces. Now you can streamline day-to-day operations without aggravation.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Anton Hermann, Co-founder and CMO of SPACEGOATS, to discuss taking away 90% of the headaches and hassle with compliance. Anton talks about the cultural differences between international marketplaces, branding your products, and overcoming compliance challenges. Stay tuned! 

Chad Rubin is the CEO and Founder of Profasee, a dynamic pricing platform that enables Amazon brands to predict the perfect price for every product at each precise moment. He has worked in the e-commerce space since 2008 and is the author of Cheaper, Easier, Direct. Chad is the Founder of Deep and Saasy, Founder and Board Member of Think Crucial, and an Advisor for PickFu. He was the Co-founder and CEO of Skubana, which was acquired by 3PL Central, and was a Founding Board Member of the Prosper Show. In this episode… Pricing products for optimal profits can be confusing and frustrating. How can you program AI to charge prices to maximize profit for Amazon sellers? Chad Rubin used his own experience and knowledge of growing an Amazon brand to create an AI model that does just that.  Leveraging AI to price products can help keep your brand current in the market and work smarter, not harder. By using this method, your brand could have a 30% increase in profit and decrease the number of mistakes typical pricing makes. Chad used his knowledge and insight of SKU pricing to produce a technology that helps Amazon brands increase profits — and can lead to a great exit! Stop deploying and start harvesting with this episode.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Chad Rubin, CEO and Founder of Profasee, to discuss how AI can predict the perfect price to win on Amazon by maximizing your profitability. Chad talks about the importance of networking, setting price boundaries for growth, and the competitive advantage of AI. Stay tuned!

Owen McGab Enaohwo is the Co-founder and CEO of SweetProcess, a tool that makes documenting standard operating procedures and tasks easy and efficient. Owen is responsible for making sure that you enjoy using SweetProcess to systematize the operations of your rapidly growing company. He is experienced in the internet industry and previously was the CEO of H.Y.V.A. In this episode… Endless tabs and unorganized documents on how to run your brand can be stressful. How can you easily share standard operating procedures across your brand and make them accessible from one place? Owen McGab Enaohwo helped create a tool to organize your best standard operating procedures (SOPs) that runs the gamut. His tool helps businesses easily access documents with just a few clicks of a mouse, making onboarding and everyday practices smooth. When you have an SOP in place, you're opening the door for innovative thinking and improvement. Are you ready to revamp your systems? In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Owen McGab Enaohwo, Co-founder and CEO of SweetProcess, to discuss how launching a standard operating procedure can aid in the growth of your company. Owen talks about organizing and documenting processes, why you need a minimum viable procedure for your business, and enhancing searchability features. 

Reinis Krumins is the Co-founder of agencyJR, which helps e-commerce businesses scale and increase sales at record speed using a proven product launch formula. At agencyJR, clients see a 15-30% boost in sales, increased profitability for all marketing efforts, and a 10-20% abandoned cart recovery rate. Reinis is also the Product Director for Frozen Ventures, LLC and has experience as a social media graphic designer.  In this episode… How can email marketing impact valuations and the expected growth of your business? What if you could send a specific email to drive traffic and boost sales? For a successful campaign, there is a flow to follow: reminder, discount, and value. Reinis Krumins helps brands do that. Reinis recommends you follow this flowchart to successfully showcase your products for greater returns. This helped a client scale from $1 million in sales to $1.2 million just by implementing email campaigns and updating their existing email flows! Are you ready to do the same? In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Reinis Krumins, Co-founder of agencyJR, to focus on how email marketing can increase sales. Reinis talks about controlling data and split resting for desired results, proven campaign strategies to increase sales, and thinking from a customer lens to target your audience. 

Deanna Berardi is the Head of Partnerships at Quiet Light. In this role, she helps develop relationships with buyers, sellers, and partners to ensure the best experience for clients. She is also the Manager of Customer Success at Intuit. Deanna has over 20 years of experience in strategic business development and was the Marketing Manager for Smart Wires Inc. and the Marketing Program Manager for Ernst & Young LLP. She graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with a bachelor's in business administration and marketing. In this episode… What steps can you take to minimize your personal likeness when trying to exit your business? The sooner you can think ahead on the transferability of your brand, the easier your exit will be. Deanna Berardi knows that the more valuable you are to your business, the less valuable your business is. Preparing your personal brand for exit begins by slowly removing your likeness from your content site. By removing risks, you're building the valuation of your brand which can lead to a greater exit. Listen to this episode to hear Deanna talk about lessons learned from selling a content site.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Deanna Berardi, Head of Partnerships at Quiet Light, to debrief a deal that ended in a seven-figure, all-cash exit. Deanna talks about bringing value to your brand, negotiating an SBA loan, and how seller education can help sell a difficult brand. Stay tuned!

Matt Putra is the Fractional CFO at Eightx, where they help brands optimize cash flow, plan for growth, and be more resilient — but more importantly, they provide brand owners with the tools to stop stressing about their business! He is the Co-owner of Keep Nature Wild, where he promotes volunteerism and responsible outdoor recreation through trash cleanup. Matt is the Chief Financial Officer of Little and Lively Clothing and Fikse Wheels. Previously, he was the Chief Financial Officer for the Community Forward Fund, Vice President of Finance for New Market Funds, and Vice President of Finance for New Commons Development.  In this episode… As a business owner, how can you stress less and forecast your cash flow so you're still scaling? Sometimes your business plan doesn't always follow the chronological order you set. What can you do to add value to your brand? Matt Putra is seasoned in having conversations about scaling brands. While the nature of entrepreneurship may come with risks, many people feel challenged when it comes to reserving their cash flow. But if you're looking for ways to grow, Matt recommends following these three things: be cautious with fixed costs and additions, finance when you don't need it, and maintain regular bookkeeping. In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Matt Putra, Fractional CFO at Eightx, to discuss critical steps entrepreneurs need to take toward success. Matt talks about future planning for cash flow, investing in finances during times of growth, and bookkeeping as a business plan. Stay tuned!

Deanna Berardi is the Head of Partnerships at Quiet Light. In this role, she helps develop relationships with buyers, sellers, and partners to ensure the best experience for clients. She is also the Manager of Customer Success at Intuit.  Deanna has over 20 years of experience in strategic business development and was the Marketing Manager for Smart Wires Inc. and the Marketing Program Manager for Ernst & Young LLP. She graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with a bachelor's in business administration and marketing. In this episode… If you're selling your brand, how can you authentically connect with aggregators? Whether you're buying or selling, you want to work with a credible source. What is the easiest way to connect with other brands? Referral partners can create a trustworthy environment for you to buy and sell brands with confidence. Deanna Berardi begins with a few simple questions to find the right fit and match with an advisor. But you don't need to be a rocket scientist to connect with other brands — you simply need to send an email. Deanna knows that to provide content catered to a certain group, email is the best way to deliver. Are you ready for a fantastic exit experience? In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Deanna Berardi, Head of Partnerships at Quiet Light, to discuss establishing valuable partnerships through referrals. Deanna talks about how providing quality care creates lasting impressions, why passive content can generate more interest, and the value of building trust with clients.

Reggie Young is an Amazon consultant, exit advisor, and entrepreneur specializing in e-commerce and digital marketing. While serving full-time in the United States Air Force as a Nuclear Missile Operations Officer, Reggie discovered his passion for e-commerce and made over $1 million after launching his brand. He sold his business for $638,000 and has helped other seven and eight-figure sellers grow and launch their brands. He continues to launch and operate his own e-commerce brands.    In this episode… Have you thought about hiring a virtual assistant but are unsure how to find the right person? Outsourcing is a viable option, but the process can feel daunting. How can you be confident outsourcing will help grow and scale your business? When choosing a virtual assistant, Reggie Young recommends looking for candidates who possess critical thinking skills, a strong English vocabulary, and a reliable internet connection. Building a cohesive team and incorporating standard operating procedures can boost work performance and create a seamless transition for new hires. Listen to this episode as Reggie talks about the benefits of hiring a virtual assistant.  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Reggie Young, Amazon consultant, exit advisor, and entrepreneur, to discuss creating a cohesive team of virtual assistants. Reggie talks about the benefits of outsourcing to the Philippines for a virtual assistant, why you should understand the culture to cultivate a stronger connection, and the importance of reinforcing your standard operating procedures. Stay tuned! 

Mina Elias is a multiple seven-figure Amazon business owner and the Founder of Trivium Group, a partial in-house group for Amazon to increase profitability and create winning strategies. While an engineer by trade, he ran PPC campaigns for his own companies and founded MMA Nutrition LLC. Mina has appeared on numerous Amazon PPC podcasts and created the PPC University course to help others grow their business.  He is a graduate of the University of New Haven, with a bachelor's in chemical engineering and a master's in industrial engineering. In this episode… Many agencies crumble when roles are not clearly defined. How can you manage unrealistic expectations to avoid failure? What steps can you take to delineate your goals for success and accelerate your Amazon conversion through PPC? Mina Elias recommends you ask the right questions — like how the agency measures success — when choosing an agency to take the reins on your Amazon PPC marketing campaign. Communicating clear expectations on deliverables and products is crucial. By examining four key areas that improve conversion rates, Mina's proven strategies can take your brand from mediocre to extraordinary. Are you ready to learn how to implement marketing strategies?  In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Mina Elias, Founder of Trivium Group, to discuss educating yourself before hiring an agency to take over your Amazon PPC campaign. Mina talks about managing expectations with any budget, why research and education are necessary before selecting an agency, and measuring success and calculations for a successful marketing campaign. Stay tuned!

Dan Cooperstock was the founder of Cooperstock Software / Software4NonProfits.com, which writes and sells Windows programs for tracking donors and contributions, and bookkeeping. He previously held senior roles in software and programming companies, including as a Senior Software Developer for Quest Software, a Senior Technical Consultant for HEPCOE Credit Union, and a Senior Systems Developer for CIBC Wood Gundy Securities. Dan is an active member, having held various leadership and positions, for both local national bodies of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). Dan received his bachelor's in mathematics and philosophy from the University of Toronto, his master's degree in mathematics from the University of Oxford, and his master's in computer science from the University of Toronto. In this episode… You've spent years building your business, so when it comes time to sell it, how can you ensure it will be in the right hands? What steps can you take to build a transferable company geared toward growth? Dan Cooperstock recommends you focus on what you care about, and your passion will be your guide to building an enduring enterprise. Many buyers are searching to purchase a business that is easily transferable with secure transactions. Dan programmed an open-source software that was transferable upon his exit, but he wanted to be sure his work would be in the right hands. For a smooth transition, building a questionnaire and engaging in conference calls is one way to guarantee stability in the exiting process. So, what other steps can you take for a seamless exit? In this episode of the Quiet Light Podcast, Joe Valley sits down with Dan Cooperstock, founder and former owner of Software4NonProfits.com, to discuss designing open-source software and streamlining the exit process. Dan details why buyer conference calls are an important part of selling your business, discusses overseeing due diligence, and how partnering with your buyer cultivates a better experience for your clients. 

Joe is the author of The EXITpreneur's Playbook, THE reference guide on how to exit your business right way! He has built, bought, and sold six companies. -->exitpreneur.io