The Exit Plan Podcast

Dana Robinson and Nathaniel Broughton
The Exit Plan Podcast

Exit Plan is a podcast for business owners and those who want to be business owners. I’m always in search of the lesser known stories of entrepreneurship. In the Exit Plan podcast, you’ll hear stories from start up to sale, and hear from the professionals who helped business owners achieve their exit. Hosted by me, author and private equity manager Dana Robinson, along with my co-hosts and guests, you’ll hear real stories, tips, and tools that will help you plan for the exit you want, whether you are still working a day job or already running a business. From their studio in sunny San Diego, the Opt Out Life welcomes guests who are solopreneurs, entrepreneurs, travelers, and creatives, who are proof that you can choose lifestyle over money . . . But still make money, too. Each episode of the Opt Out Life podcast combines the incredible entrepreneurial stories of our friends, with an instructional approach to applying the tactics people are using right now to earn passive income and travel the world. Our guests live non-traditional lives, without job titles, and often without jobs at all. They wear t-shirts and have no boss. They spend time doing what they want, traveling and earning substantial income in creative ways. We invite you to join the ranks of people who live the Opt Out Life.

  1. HÁ 5 DIAS

    Lean Startups (ft. Adam House)

    Adam House, a serial entrepreneur with seven businesses under his belt, knows the dedication it takes to build a thriving startup, often working 100-hour weeks. He advocates for running lean, believing economic constraints steer clear of poor decisions, and emphasizes the need for solid foundations and strategic vision over merely capital. Adam's personal journey took him from a successful exit at age 32 to fulfilling a lifelong dream in semi-pro basketball, only to return to business with renewed vigor and an eye on innovation in healthcare analytics. His philosophy encompasses the power of vision, the importance of relationships, and learning through doing, ensuring that progress and action are central to any entrepreneurial endeavor. Key themes included: Importance of Action and Progress Vision Over Capital in Business Critique of "Finding Your Why" Balancing Faith and Fear Mentorship and Advisory Significance Self-Leadership and Role Understanding Testing, Failing, Learning, Iterating — Website: https://www.houseofbricks.io/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamhousesr/  — Follow Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danabrobinson/  Follow Dana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danarobinsonofficial/  Subscribe to Dana’s weekly newsletter at https://www.danarobinson.com  — If the information in these conversations and interviews have helped you in your business journey, please subscribe to the show, and leave me an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help me continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help me reach even more amazing entrepreneurs just like you! *Some of these links might be affiliate links.  Thank you in advance if you choose to work with one of the companies I believe in.  The money I make from your purchase helps to keep the content you enjoy, and rely on to grow your own business, free to you. Thanks for tuning into this episode of Exit Plan!

    51min
  2. 15 DE OUT.

    Premium Pricing (ft. Surabhi Shenoy)

    Surabhi Shenoy is a CEO Coach who helps ambitious tech founders scale their businesses and increase the value of their business to achieve lasting wealth. Her unique coaching approach blends personal and business transformation, drawing on her own experience as a 2x successful entrepreneur with multiple exits. Surabhi’s journey began in 2005 when she co-founded Tejora Technologies with her husband, Nitin. After his passing in 2017, she took full control of the business during a period of intense personal and professional challenges. Despite the odds, she led Tejora to growth and a successful exit in early 2022. Through her experiences, Surabhi developed the CEO Mastery framework. This system empowers founders by focusing on vision, strategy, mindset, and skillset, while also optimizing their business for growth through strategic offers, financial management, and efficient operations. Key themes included: Premium Pricing Strategy Productizing Services for Scalability Value Creation Over Cost Competition Importance of Mentorship Data-Driven Decision Making Business Skill Development Operational Efficiency and Cost Control — Website: www.surabhishenoy.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/surabhi-shenoy-ceo-coach/ — Follow Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danabrobinson/  Follow Dana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danarobinsonofficial/  Subscribe to Dana’s weekly newsletter at https://www.danarobinson.com  — If the information in these conversations and interviews have helped you in your business journey, please subscribe to the show, and leave me an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help me continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help me reach even more amazing entrepreneurs just like you! *Some of these links might be affiliate links.  Thank you in advance if you choose to work with one of the companies I believe in.  The money I make from your purchase helps to keep the content you enjoy, and rely on to grow your own business, free to you. Thanks for tuning into this episode of Exit Plan!

    1h4min
  3. 9 DE OUT.

    From Founder to CEO (ft. Matt Sharrers)

    Former SBI CEO Matt Sharrers, renowned for guiding the firm to consecutive recognitions as one of America’s Most Admired Management Consulting Firms by Forbes, now focuses on empowering CEOs and advising private equity firms. After grooming his successor, he transitioned to coaching leaders through transformative phases. Matt’s latest mission centers on facilitating successful transitions for founder CEOs and accelerating scale for second CEOs, articulated in his impactful book, “The Second CEO: Accelerating Scale When Following the Founder.”   As a Second CEO who followed a founder, Matt brings unique insight, having not only witnessed these dynamics through his coaching and board work but also having lived through them firsthand. With a career spanning three decades, Matt’s expertise, honed through roles as an athlete, F500 executive, and CEO of a PE-backed company, underscores his commitment to enabling extraordinary results in a domain ripe with opportunity. Motivated by impact rather than monetary gain, Matt seeks to inspire and effect profound change through his writing and consulting endeavors. Key themes included: Succession Planning: Founder to Professional CEO Self-awareness and humility in leadership Structured sales and management systems CEO and team transition requirements Nostalgia and ego management Revenue as a business value driver Role of private equity firms — Website: www.etjadvisory.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattsharrers/  Email: Msharrers@etjadvisory.com  — Follow Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danabrobinson/  Follow Dana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danarobinsonofficial/  Subscribe to Dana’s weekly newsletter at https://www.danarobinson.com  — If the information in these conversations and interviews have helped you in your business journey, please subscribe to the show, and leave me an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help me continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help me reach even more amazing entrepreneurs just like you! *Some of these links might be affiliate links.  Thank you in advance if you choose to work with one of the companies I believe in.  The money I make from your purchase helps to keep the content you enjoy, and rely on to grow your own business, free to you. Thanks for tuning into this episode of Exit Plan!

    50min
  4. 24 DE SET.

    Exploring Franchising (ft. Adam Goldman)

    The nation’s top franchise coach and consultant, Adam Goldman, knows that even with well-paying jobs, there is one major problem in Corporate America: you can't pursue your own dreams while working for someone else. Franchising has allowed Adam, a father of three, to achieve his dreams. Over the past 9 years, Adam has helped hundreds of people to change their lives through franchise business ownership. He helps others find the right franchise for them and goes on to match them with the right opportunity in their area.   Key themes included: Challenges in First Business Year Importance of Franchise Model Adherence Semi-Absentee Franchise Ownership Leveraging Family in Franchising Financing and Investment Considerations Role of Franchise Coaches Service Business Opportunities — Website: https://www.franchiseadam.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamgoldmanfranchise/  — Follow Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danabrobinson/  Follow Dana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danarobinsonofficial/  Subscribe to Dana’s weekly newsletter at https://www.danarobinson.com  — If the information in these conversations and interviews have helped you in your business journey, please subscribe to the show, and leave me an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help me continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help me reach even more amazing entrepreneurs just like you! *Some of these links might be affiliate links.  Thank you in advance if you choose to work with one of the companies I believe in.  The money I make from your purchase helps to keep the content you enjoy, and rely on to grow your own business, free to you. Thanks for tuning into this episode of Exit Plan!

    47min
  5. 17 DE SET.

    Balancing Debt and Equity (ft. Brian Parks)

    Brian Parks brings decades of expertise in both financial services and SaaS as the founder and CEO of Bigfoot Capital. Prior to Bigfoot Capital, he has honed his skills in various positions across companies, most notably as the co-founder of Brandfolder. Founded on the principles of stability, support, and partnership, Brian and Bigfoot Capital strive to be a lifeline for SaaS companies, improving their operational health to empower and drive growth. As a founder himself, Brian taps into his own experiences of growth, struggle, and resiliency to guide founders on a path of autonomy in how their companies achieve success.   Key themes included: Balancing tech development and demand Pragmatic product development approach Horizontal vs. vertical market challenges Raising equity vs. debt funding Lending criteria and strategic borrowing Iterative learning and business success Persistence in driving revenue growth — Website: https://www.bigfootcap.com  Newsletter: https://www.bigfootcapital.substack.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parksbrian/  — Follow Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danabrobinson/  Follow Dana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danarobinsonofficial/  Subscribe to Dana’s weekly newsletter at https://www.danarobinson.com  — If the information in these conversations and interviews have helped you in your business journey, please subscribe to the show, and leave me an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help me continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help me reach even more amazing entrepreneurs just like you! *Some of these links might be affiliate links.  Thank you in advance if you choose to work with one of the companies I believe in.  The money I make from your purchase helps to keep the content you enjoy, and rely on to grow your own business, free to you. Thanks for tuning into this episode of Exit Plan!

    48min
  6. 3 DE SET.

    Avoiding Burnout (ft. Eric Miller)

    Eric Miller understands the complex emotions tied to wealth creation and management, especially for those in service-based businesses. His empathetic approach acknowledges the guilt and shame that can hinder financial success and the importance of overcoming these barriers for growth and sustainability. By guiding business owners to make deliberate financial decisions, he helps them build and preserve their wealth effectively. Eric's strategies emphasize proper compensation, investment in growth, and avoiding burnout, ensuring business owners thrive both emotionally and financially. "There comes a point, I think, in any business where you got to make a decision, am I going to treat this thing as something that has the ability to expand in value? ... because in this universe, you are never going sideways, either going up or you're going down."     Key themes included: Guilt and Shame in Wealth Decision-Making and Financial Impact Business Growth and Expansion Burnout Challenges and Prevention Business Exit Strategy and Preparation Proper Owner Compensation and Wealth Management Investment Caution Post-Business Sale — Website: https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/    — Follow Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danabrobinson/  Follow Dana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danarobinsonofficial/  Subscribe to Dana’s weekly newsletter at https://www.danarobinson.com  — If the information in these conversations and interviews have helped you in your business journey, please subscribe to the show, and leave me an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help me continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help me reach even more amazing entrepreneurs just like you! *Some of these links might be affiliate links.  Thank you in advance if you choose to work with one of the companies I believe in.  The money I make from your purchase helps to keep the content you enjoy, and rely on to grow your own business, free to you. Thanks for tuning into this episode of Exit Plan!

    48min
  7. 27 DE AGO.

    Active to Passive Investing (ft. Spencer Hilligoss)

    Spencer Hilligoss is the CEO of Madison Investing - a real estate investment club with bespoke, curated real estate deals. Spencer founded Madison Investing with a singular mission: to help busy, successful professionals invest passively and secure their most valuable asset of all: Time.  By partnering with in-market, vetted operators, Madison Investing has $2.3B in acquisitions, with over 20,000 units. Investors now have access to cash-flowing private real estate syndications and funds, allowing them to enjoy passive returns as these businesses thrive.  Before starting Madison Investing, Spencer was what some consider a “corporate junkie”, growing operations and sales teams in 5 high growth Fintech companies, over the span of 13 years. In 2019, five months before the pandemic, Spencer broke free from the golden handcuffs to give full focus on serving his investment group and growing Madison Investing. Now, as a full-time investor and entrepreneur, he can spend more time with his family and hone his skills on the electric guitar. He is a registered member of FINRA and a member of the Forbes 2022 Real Estate Council.  "It takes a team of people and immense amounts of capital to go and buy these big buildings, improve them, and hold them for long periods of time at a profit."     Key themes included: Investment Goals Consistent income vs. capital growth Networking Building long-term relationships Real Estate Strategies Acquiring and managing properties Financial Benefits Property improvements and exits Market Timing Impact on investment outcomes Due Diligence Vetting teams and deals Passion and Transition From tech to real estate — Website: http://www.madisoninvesting.com/    Email: spencer@madisoninvesting.com Phone: 415.290.0328  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shilligoss/   — Follow Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danabrobinson/  Follow Dana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danarobinsonofficial/  Subscribe to Dana’s weekly newsletter at https://www.danarobinson.com  — If the information in these conversations and interviews have helped you in your business journey, please subscribe to the show, and leave me an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help me continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help me reach even more amazing entrepreneurs just like you! *Some of these links might be affiliate links.  Thank you in advance if you choose to work with one of the companies I believe in.  The money I make from your purchase helps to keep the content you enjoy, and rely on to grow your own business, free to you. Thanks for tuning into this episode of Exit Plan!

    55min
  8. 20 DE AGO.

    NFT Strategizing (ft. Ryan Duffy)

    Ryan Duffy is a seasoned entrepreneur who effortlessly leverages his extensive background in Hollywood and tech to drive innovation. He started with a small team at Vidme, ultimately cultivating a company philosophy that prioritized careful, methodical growth. Through numerous ventures, including pioneering an early NFT platform and founding the audio course platform Knowable, Ryan has faced and overcome countless challenges. Now at Medium, he continues to draw from his rich experience to navigate the creator economy with his latest venture, Stack. "One of the hardest things I've ever had to do professionally...trying to explain what an NFT is. And if you think about it, it's like, it's digital, but, like, you own it."    Key themes included: Early NFT Platform Struggles Knowable's Audio Course Challenges Pandemic's Impact on E-learning Vidme's Monetization and Infrastructure Issues Transition to Medium Leveraging Career Skills and Experience New Venture Focused on Creator Economy — Website: www.duffy.work   Contact: https://duffy.work/contact-form  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanpatrickduffy/   — Follow Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danabrobinson/  Follow Dana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danarobinsonofficial/  Subscribe to Dana’s weekly newsletter at https://www.danarobinson.com  — If the information in these conversations and interviews have helped you in your business journey, please subscribe to the show, and leave me an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help me continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help me reach even more amazing entrepreneurs just like you! *Some of these links might be affiliate links.  Thank you in advance if you choose to work with one of the companies I believe in.  The money I make from your purchase helps to keep the content you enjoy, and rely on to grow your own business, free to you. Thanks for tuning into this episode of Exit Plan!

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Exit Plan is a podcast for business owners and those who want to be business owners. I’m always in search of the lesser known stories of entrepreneurship. In the Exit Plan podcast, you’ll hear stories from start up to sale, and hear from the professionals who helped business owners achieve their exit. Hosted by me, author and private equity manager Dana Robinson, along with my co-hosts and guests, you’ll hear real stories, tips, and tools that will help you plan for the exit you want, whether you are still working a day job or already running a business. From their studio in sunny San Diego, the Opt Out Life welcomes guests who are solopreneurs, entrepreneurs, travelers, and creatives, who are proof that you can choose lifestyle over money . . . But still make money, too. Each episode of the Opt Out Life podcast combines the incredible entrepreneurial stories of our friends, with an instructional approach to applying the tactics people are using right now to earn passive income and travel the world. Our guests live non-traditional lives, without job titles, and often without jobs at all. They wear t-shirts and have no boss. They spend time doing what they want, traveling and earning substantial income in creative ways. We invite you to join the ranks of people who live the Opt Out Life.

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