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

Not My Circus, Not My… Wait. Damn. These Are My Monkeys!

You ever hear that saying?“Not my circus, not my monkeys.”It’s what people say when they’re washing their hands of a mess they didn’t make. Problem is, most operators don’t get to say that.Because nine times out of ten—it is your circus. And those are your monkeys. Welcome to the Jungle, Boss You built the business.You … Read more