Sell Your Business 4 Millions

Eric Gilboord
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The podcast is filled with tips, tricks, insights, detailed information, interviews and more for maximizing company value and selling a business successfully. It is designed to assist business Owners, Founders, Partners, Presidents and CEOs with the most important sale of their lives. Selling their business. The podcast is hosted by Eric Gilboord, who provides business exit Coaching services, available here www.ericgilboord.com As well Eric offers business selling services via a sister company WarrenBDC, available here www.warrenbdc.com.

  1. Eric Gilboord Interviewed On First Time Sellers

    Mar 23

    Eric Gilboord Interviewed On First Time Sellers

    This is an interview I did, developed for first time sellers to help them better understand the world of selling their company. As 95% of Gen X and Boomer Owners have never sold a business before, they are entering a world they know nothing about. This new world is filled with pot holes, landmines and real danger. The more you know the better equipped you'll be to not only survive but ideally thrive. And sell your business successfully. NOTE To sell your business now or to prepare properly for a successful sale click here.

    23 min
  2. You Might Also Like: MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories

    Mar 23 ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories

    Introducing Defies Explanation Vol. II from MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories. Follow the show: MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories Today’s podcast will feature 2 stories about unexplainable phenomena. The audio from both of these stories has been pulled from our main YouTube channel, which is just called "MrBallen," and has been remastered for today's podcast. Story names, previews & links to original YouTube videos: #2 -- "Two Faced" -- A man is filled with a deep sense of foreboding after a ghastly sight in his mirror (Original YouTube link -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6m1ImVG1MQ) #1 -- "Make It Rain" -- An inmate has an incredibly weird ability (Original YouTube link -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXd2m_4oBuY)   You can WATCH all new & exclusive MrBallen podcast episodes on my YouTube channel, just called "MrBallen" - https://www.youtube.com/c/MrBallen If you want to reach out to me, contact me on Instagram, Twitter or any other major social media platform, my username on all of them is @mrballen Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. The AI Multiplier: How to 10x Your Valuation in 2026

    Mar 11

    The AI Multiplier: How to 10x Your Valuation in 2026

    Episode Synopsis The M&A landscape has shifted. In 2026, selling a business for a multi-million dollar valuation is no longer just about your EBITDA; it's about your AI Stack. Whether you are a cellular infrastructure founder or a SaaS pioneer, the buyers on the other side of the table—Private Equity firms and Strategic Acquirers—are using autonomous agents to dissect your company in minutes. In this deep-dive episode, Eric breaks down the Critical Pillars that first-time sellers must master to survive due diligence and command a premium multiple. From the "Death of the Data Room" to the rise of "Synthetic Workforces," we explore how artificial intelligence is creating a K-shaped exit market—where the AI-ready thrive and the legacy-trapped are left behind. If you want to ring the bell and walk away with the deal of a lifetime, you need to stop thinking like a manager and start thinking like an architect. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The AI-to-Human Leverage Ratio: Why your headcount might be hurting your valuation and how to fix it. Autonomous Due Diligence: How buyers use agents like Dili and Datasite to find your skeletons in seconds. AEO over SEO: The secret to making your business "findable" to the AI scout agents used by major acquirers. The Multiplier Gap: Why "Agentic Workflows" are the only way to secure 10x+ multiples in 2026. AI Legal Indemnity: The "Death by AI" clauses you must watch for in your Letter of Intent (LOI). Ghost Negotiators: Using high-reasoning models to level the playing field against professional "Shark" buyers. Key Resources Mentioned: The AI Integration Map: A framework for documenting your automated workflows. Agentic Audit Tools: How to run "counter-intelligence" on your own data before going to market. AEO (Answer Engine Optimization): Structuring your company's digital signature for 2026 search engines. Featured Quote: "In 2026, 'culture' is what you talk about at the holiday party; 'efficiency' is what you talk about at the closing table. If you don't have an AI story, you don't have a growth story." NOTE To sell your business now or to prepare properly for a successful sale click here.

    23 min
  4. An Outside Deep Dive Discussion of My Book Moving Forward

    Mar 4

    An Outside Deep Dive Discussion of My Book Moving Forward

    Listen to an outside deep dive discussion on my book Moving Forward. Written for first time Boomer or Gen X business Owners / Founders selling their company. You're likely going through a challenging time in your life. One of the biggest events you have to face today, is to sell or transition out of your company. Available for purchase here. NOTE To sell your business now or to prepare properly for a successful sale click here.

    22 min
  5. The Golden Handshake: Why Being the "Smartest Person in the Room" is Killing Your Valuation

    Feb 26

    The Golden Handshake: Why Being the "Smartest Person in the Room" is Killing Your Valuation

    The Golden Handshake: Why Being the "Smartest Person in the Room" is Killing Your Valuation If your business can't survive a 30-day vacation without you, it isn't an asset—it's a job. In this episode, we discuss the "Golden Handshake Trap" and how to fire yourself to double your exit price. Key Takeaways: Why "Founder Dependency" is a red flag for high-figure buyers. The "Three-Deep Rule" for team delegation. The 30-Day Test: A tactical roadmap to finding your business's breaking points. NOTE To sell your business now or to prepare properly for a successful sale click here.

    8 min
  6. The $4 Million Identity Crisis: Navigating the Psychology of the Exit

    Feb 26

    The $4 Million Identity Crisis: Navigating the Psychology of the Exit

    The $4 Million Identity Crisis: Navigating the Psychology of the Exit What happens the Monday morning after the wire transfer hits? We explore the emotional rollercoaster of selling, from subconsciously sabotaging your own deal to surviving the "Earn-Out" without losing your mind. Key Takeaways: Version 2.0: Why you need a "moving to" plan, not just a "moving from" plan. The Earn-Out Trap: Managing the transition from Boss to Employee. Seller's Remorse: How to define success beyond the number of zeros in your bank account. NOTE To sell your business now or to prepare properly for a successful sale click here.

    7 min
  7. EBITDA is a Lie: The Hidden Value Drivers That Add Millions to Your Cheque

    Feb 26

    EBITDA is a Lie: The Hidden Value Drivers That Add Millions to Your Cheque

    EBITDA is a Lie: The Hidden Value Drivers That Add Millions to Your Cheque Two companies with the same profit can have wildly different price tags. We pull back the curtain on why "The Multiple" isn't just a math equation and how to de-risk your business for a premium exit. Key Takeaways: Customer Concentration: How to fix the "One Client" death trap. Recurring vs. Re-occurring: The secret to "Sleep-at-Night" revenue. The Data Room: Why organization and transparency equal a higher asking price. NOTE To sell your business now or to prepare properly for a successful sale click here.

    7 min
  8. Part 2 A Business During Transition Conversation

    Feb 19

    Part 2 A Business During Transition Conversation

    Welcome to Part 2 of a 3 Part Series on Business Transition. In this episode Elisabeth Colson, Partner & Corporate/Commercial lawyer at Devry Smith Frank LLP and Eric Gilboord, CEO of Warren Business Development Center address the During Transition stage of transitioning a business. We discuss what to consider and the steps to take during your business's transition period. If you are considering the sale of your business listen to this episode. NOTE To sell your business now or to prepare properly for a successful sale click here.

    29 min
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The podcast is filled with tips, tricks, insights, detailed information, interviews and more for maximizing company value and selling a business successfully. It is designed to assist business Owners, Founders, Partners, Presidents and CEOs with the most important sale of their lives. Selling their business. The podcast is hosted by Eric Gilboord, who provides business exit Coaching services, available here www.ericgilboord.com As well Eric offers business selling services via a sister company WarrenBDC, available here www.warrenbdc.com.

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