Succession Stories Laurie Barkman

Host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa, talks with Jon Eesley, founder of Windsor Advisory Group. With over 27 years of experience working with privately held businesses, Jon has helped countless business owners navigate the complexities of succession planning. His approach focuses on understanding clients' personal goals and values to develop financial strategies that support their vision. 
Laurie and Jon discuss ways to approach the transition planning process to overcome fear by leaning in on your personal motivations and vision for your legacy. Learn how to clarify your purpose beyond financial gains. Plan a succession that combines your head, heart, and calculator to ensure future generations maintain the family legacy. 
Listen in to learn more about:
Strategies for clarifying your personal motivations beyond financial security Best practices for establishing clear family values and legacy  Ensuring you find fulfillment in your next chapter beyond financial gains Questions to consider about your role and purpose before transitioning your business Advice for prioritizing purpose over legalities in your succession plan Enjoy this Succession Stories episode on preparing for a successful ownership transition with Jon Eesley.
Find Jon Easley Here: https://windsoradvisorygroup.com/

 
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Get a free digital copy of "The Business Transition Handbook: How To Avoid Succession Pitfalls and Create Valuable Exit Options" by author Laurie Barkman: 
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Host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition SherpaⓇ, is joined by Darryl Bates-Brownsword, Managing Partner of Succession Plus in the UK. He hosts The Exit Insights Podcast and is a business consultant with over two decades of experience building and selling companies.
They discuss the importance of preparing for business exits and scaling entrepreneurial ventures. For business transition, you need a well-thought-out plan, valuation growth, and clear vision for the future. 
Listen in to learn more about:
Making a mindset shift from revenue growth to valuation growth to make a business more attractive for exit.
Beginning with the end in mind to know what you want as an outcome from exiting your business and what your vision is for after exiting.
Planning the "earnout period" before exiting to de-risk the business transaction
 
Show Links:
https://succession.plus/us/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrylbates-brownsword/
https://succession.plus/uk/podcasts-uk/how-to-objectively-value-your-business-for-maximum-exit-success/
 
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📘 THE BUSINESS TRANSITION HANDBOOK:
Get a free digital copy of "The Business Transition Handbook" by author Laurie Barkman: 
https://thebusinesstransitionhandbook.com
 
Guest Bio:
Darryl Bates-Brownsword is a dynamic, driven Business Consultant and Coach with over 20 years of experience and passion for creating successful outcomes for founder-led businesses. He is a great connector, team builder, problem solver, and inspirer — showing the way through complexity to simplicity. He has built two international multi-million revenue businesses; one now operating in 16 countries. His quick and analytical approach cuts through to the core issues quickly and identifies the context. He challenges the status quo and gets consistent, repeatable and reliable business results.
 
 

Unlock the story behind Reid Tileston's remarkable entrepreneurial journey in this episode of Succession Stories. Join Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa®, as she sits down with Reid, a driven acquisition entrepreneur, to dive into his inspiring path from a 23-year-old with $100k to a thriving Anytime Fitness franchisee. 
 
Through candid conversation, Reid shares the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey. From navigating the challenges of owning an Anytime Fitness franchise during the rough Great Recession to achieving top-tier success across multiple units, Reid offers invaluable insights into the world of acquisition entrepreneurship.
 
Discover the pivotal lessons Reid has obtained from buying and selling four companies. Learn why he stresses the crucial role of assembling the right team and adopting the mindset of an "entrepreneurial business owner" who strategically works on the business rather than being consumed by day-to-day operations. Diving into the emotional dynamics of business sales, Reid draws from his doctoral research on seller satisfaction post-sale. He underscores the importance of intentionality, emphasizing the need for sellers to grasp their business's true value and envision their role post-sale with clarity.
 
Get a sneak peek into Reid's forthcoming book, "Grit It Done," which promises illuminating insights into the world of acquisition entrepreneurship. Don't miss this episode filled with wisdom, inspiration, and the raw realities of entrepreneurial success.
 
Listen in to learn more about
The journey from finance to fitness franchise mogul
Navigating the Great Recession and Beyond
The untold stories of selling businesses
Building teams and creating freedom
A sneak peek into the upcoming book, "Grit It Done"


Resources & Links
 
Laurie R. Barkman
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriebarkman/
https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessTransitionSherpa
https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com/
 
Reid Tileston
http://www.grititdone.com
http://www.reidtileston.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/reidtileston/ 
 
Resources
Book: "Grit It Done" by Reid Tileston
Book: "The Business Transition Handbook" by Laurie Barkman
 

Host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa, talks with David Spray, Founder and President of Export Advisors, which serves the owners of privately-held, U.S. exporting companies. Over the past 20 years, the firm has created more than $400 million in wealth for hundreds of entrepreneurs and their families from the IC-DISC tax savings program. 
They discuss value building and how David built a niche podcasting business with infinite ROI, and sold it within two years to his partner.
Listen in to learn more about:
Finding your niche and owning it Building a specialized business with recurring revenue  Making your business highly transferable to a buyer Enjoy this Succession Stories episode about how to create a profitable niche business to sell with David Spray.
Find David Spray Here: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dspray/

https://www.ic-discshow.com/
 
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Endgame Entrepreneurship Masterclass:
https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com/course/  
 
Download free eBook of “The Business Transition Handbook” by Laurie Barkman:
https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com/the-business-transition-handbook/ 
 
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Laurie Barkman guides entrepreneurs to create life changing succession stories. Dramatically increase enterprise value and build with your exit in mind. 
Find clarity on the often overwhelming process of transition planning. Visit https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com for an assessment of value and to schedule a strategy call.

Host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa, talks with Mike Malatesta, CEO of LJP Waste Solutions. Over the past 30 years, Mike's experienced the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. He built and sold two waste recycling companies that grossed more than $500M. He’s also an author, podcaster, and advisor to business owners.
Mike talks about the unexpected death of one of his business partners due to a workplace accident. Dealing with the loss was challenging and accelerated their interest in a potential exit.
You’ll want to hear why Mike believes entrepreneurs should not sell their business without the help of advisors and the mistake that cost him $4 Million. 
For a successful exit, reflect on where you are now, what you want, and what the first step is to move towards that goal.
Listen in to learn more about:
Why entrepreneurs should not sell their business on their own What triggered a $4M reduction in purchase price from the strategic buyer Why due diligence when selling your business can be overwhelming Selling a business, negotiation mistakes, and lessons learned Avoiding negotiation pitfalls when selling your business   
Show links:
Join the Endgame Entrepreneurship Masterclass:
https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com/course/  
 
Download free digital copy of Laurie's book, “The Business Transition Handbook” or grab your copy on Amazon:
https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com/the-business-transition-handbook/ 
 
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Laurie Barkman guides entrepreneurs to create life changing succession stories. Dramatically increase enterprise value and build with your exit in mind. 
Find clarity on the often overwhelming process of transition planning. Visit https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com to schedule a conversation and get started.

Succession Stories host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition SherpaⓇ, sits down with JV Crum III, founder of the Conscious Millionaire Institute and Conscious World Foundation Inc.–a global non-profit that trains youth to become conscious leaders.
What happens when you’re asked to join the family business but then discover there are BIG financial challenges? JV shares his experience how he helped turn around a family trucking company and became a millionaire by age 25. He overcame conflicts with his father, improved business performance, and sold to a larger family-owned trucking line, resulting in a transaction that took only three months to close.
In this insightful episode, they dive into the complexities of family businesses, founder-led enterprises, and the unique challenges faced by hired executives. 
Listen in to learn more about:
Understanding the importance of aligning personal purpose with business goals to achieve fulfillment and success.
Recognizing the impact of family dynamics in business and learning strategies to navigate them effectively.
Gaining insights into the process of selling a business, including finding the right buyer and negotiating a successful deal.
Embracing a mindset shift towards prioritizing internal growth and mindset development as the key drivers of business success.
Discovering the three essential areas of focus for business growth: mindset, strategy, and execution.
Things often happen at the right moment when you least expect it. 
Enjoy this Succession Stories episode about successfully exiting a family business after turning it around with JV Crum III.
 
Find JV Crum III Here:
https://consciousmillionaire.com/

https://www.facebook.com/jvcrum/
 
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