How to Build a Sellable Business That Doesn’t Depend on You with Jessica Marx

Jessica Marx joins me to share how she helped scale a biotech company to a multi-billion-dollar acquisition—and why she’s now on a mission to help small business owners build companies that run without them. We dive into what makes a business truly scalable, the most common reasons entrepreneurs burn out, and how to turn your business into an asset instead of a job. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to exit—or just step back—this episode is for you.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[01:30] How Jessica went from a corporate career to a risky biotech startup (and why a folding table didn’t scare her)

[04:00] What it really takes to scale a company—and why her corporate experience was the opposite of most women’s

[06:55] Inside the multi-billion-dollar acquisition and what she learned reporting to legendary CEOs

[08:45] Why fast growth is often a red flag—and how to avoid building a business that self-destructs

[11:30] The one belief shift that changed how Jessica helps small business owners scale (without sacrificing freedom)

[17:10] How Jessica supports high-achieving entrepreneurs to create businesses that run without them

[20:00] Tactical ways to remove yourself from the “everything” seat in your company

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• Scaling Your Business Effectively with Jereshia Hawk
• How to Create Team Systems and Operations That Simplify Scaling and Growth

Connect With Jessica Marx:

Jessica Marx is a powerhouse business strategist, speaker, and host of the Millions Were Made podcast. With a background in commercial real estate and biotech startups, she scaled a company from startup to multi-billion-dollar acquisition, overseeing a 500+ person sales division. Today, she helps 7- and 8-figure entrepreneurs build sellable, sustainable businesses that don't rely on them to survive. She’s passionate about transforming burnout-prone businesses into true assets that provide freedom, impact, and—yes—massive ROI.

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