Play to Win. Don’t KISS Unicorns.

I get pitched a lot. Partnerships. Startups. The next Facebook. The next Amazon. Always something “game-changing.” Every time, it’s the same setup: “This will totally reinvent the way people ___.” “It’s never been done before.” “It’s going to change the world.” Then—like clockwork—they drop the buzzword: “unicorn.” A billion-dollar exit. Once-in-a-lifetime growth. A story so … Read more

Buy the Damn Business: An Introduction to Acquisition Entrepreneurship

You want to be your own boss. Maybe you’re tired of your current gig. Maybe you’re sitting on a 401(k), a chip on your shoulder, and no clear next step. You could build a business from scratch. Or you could do what I did: buy one that already works. Here’s the truth: Starting a business … Read more

How a Business Gets Bought

From Dreamer to Owner: The Real Process Behind a Small Business Acquisition If you’re new to buying a business, the process probably feels murky—like trying to guess what’s behind a locked door while someone else holds the key. Most first-time buyers think it starts with seeing a listing and ends with wiring money. That’s the … Read more

Broke Is No Excuse

Most people think buying a business is for rich people. That you need a pile of cash, a finance degree, and a group of polished advisors with pitch decks and private equity connections. They’re wrong. What you need is a structure that works—and the willingness to use it. I’ve bought businesses with little to no … Read more