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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
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
You built it. You wear every hat. You fight every fire. Nothing moves unless you say so. You like to tell people you’re the boss. And that’s exactly why no one wants to buy it. Harsh? Maybe. True? Absolutely. Here’s the thing—buyers aren’t looking to become you. They’re looking to buy an asset: a business … Read more
Most small business owners wait too long to think about exit value. They don’t care when they’re in the grind. Then year ten rolls around—they’re tired, the trucks are worn out, their kid doesn’t want the business, and suddenly they want top dollar for something held together with duct tape and tribal knowledge. Problem is, … Read more
In 2021, I sold my business. For most people, that’s the dream. The finish line. The big win. The moment the confetti flies and someone walks a pony in to the room just you. The Golden Buzzer. But for me, it didn’t feel like a celebration. It felt like silence. The day after closing, I … Read more