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Imagine waking up to find out you’re being robbed.
Not just by anyone—but by someone you trust… every single day.
This isn’t just a story about theft. It’s about an invisible threat taking control of your life, your business, and your future.
The craziest part? You’re letting it happen.
Discover the truth before it’s too late.
What if the way you’re running your business is setting you up for failure?
Most business owners focus on one thing—more income. More sales, more cash flow, more profit. Sounds smart, right?
But there’s a silent killer lurking in that mindset… one that’s destroyed once-thriving businesses overnight.
I’ve seen it happen. You probably have, too.
The worst part? Most people don’t even realize they’re making this mistake.
Here’s what you need to know before it’s too late.
Ever feel like you’re stuck doing tasks that aren’t moving your business forward? At last night’s Happy Hour, one business owner shared with me after the event how he planned to reclaim 15 hours a week just by applying the key lessons on delegation we discussed. He realised those hours spent on emails, bookkeeping, and admin were costing him real opportunities—like landing high-value clients.
This morning, I came home to my dog losing her mind with excitement—running back and forth, grabbing her toy, acting like a puppy again.
Cute, right?
But here’s the thing: I stepped out again a couple of hours later…for one minute. And she did the exact same over-the-top welcome.
It got me thinking about business—and why being “more of the same” is the kiss of death.
In 1987, my football team won exactly one game.
Our coach thought positivity could save us. Spoiler: it didn’t.
So, what did a bunch of frustrated teenagers do? We turned our frustration in the wrong direction. Immature? Absolutely. But the lessons from that disaster of a season stuck with me for life.
Fast forward to 2025, and I’m sharing a very different kind of game plan for winning in business.
Aileen came to us stuck.
She needed to decide whether to invest in or divest one of her divisions—a decision worth millions.
In 60 minutes, she had her answer.
Not because I told her what to do. Not because I overwhelmed her with frameworks or formulas.
But because I guided her …..
Delegation isn’t about “letting go”—it’s about leading smarter. Yet so many business owners struggle to step away because their team just can’t handle the load.
Here’s the kicker: it’s not your team’s fault. It’s a skill you need to master.
Want to know how one business owner went from being the bottleneck to having a business that runs without him?
I break it all down here
7 out of 10 business owners aren’t ready for the big payday they’ve worked so hard for.
Just like a team that dominates the season but falters when it matters most, many businesses fail to sell—not because they aren’t profitable, but because they aren’t ready.
If your business depends on you for survival, it’s not sellable.
Here’s what you need to know to prepare for your moment:
Life doesn’t warn you when it’s about to change everything.
Most people live like tomorrow is guaranteed—but it’s not.
In my latest article, I dive into a critical question every business owner must ask themselves to safeguard what matters most.
This one shift could mean the difference between thriving in uncertainty—or scrambling to recover.
Because the best time to prepare isn’t after the phone call. It’s before.
Lose in the playoffs? Tough break, but you dust yourself off, train harder, and take another shot next year.
In business? Let’s just say the rules are a little… different.
How different?
My first hit on the high school baseball team? A home run.
Sounds impressive, right? But what happened before that might surprise you. Let’s just say I wasn’t exactly team material when I started out…
It took a mentor, some tough lessons, and a total transformation to make it to that moment at home plate.
The same kind of transformation your business needs to break through to its next level. Ready to see how?
“For she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold. She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire can compare with her.” (Proverbs 3:14-3:15).
We’re talking about Sophia…
More specifically, the Greek word for wisdom.
And how tapping into Sophia or wisdom can transform what your business provides you.
“Sing us a song, you’re the piano man…”
Hearing those lyrics took me back to a snowy Christmas Eve years ago, driving through Chicago in a blizzard to pick up my friend Don. We slid into snowbanks, laughed until we cried, and celebrated late into the night.
Years later, Don built a thriving business and a life he loved abroad. But his story has always stayed with me—and not for the reasons you might think.
Profitability alone doesn’t guarantee a buyer will be interested in your business. In fact, many owners don’t realise that 7 out of 10 businesses fail to sell—not because they’re unprofitable, but because they lack what buyers value most:….
“I ain’t missing you at all… since you’ve been gone.”
That’s the song your business should sing when you’re away.
If your business misses you every time you step out—whether it’s for a holiday, a family event, or even a few hours—it’s a sign of trouble.
A friend of mine recently jumped on a plane for his 12th trip in just nine months. He’s headed to Europe for some skiing and a bit of downtime to enjoy a hobby he’s fallen in love with.
But here’s what’s remarkable: his business doesn’t miss him.
It wasn’t always this way. Just a few years ago, he was stuck working 80-hour weeks, tethered to his desk and overwhelmed by the daily grind.
The turning point? He decided ……
When you’re running a business, it’s easy to think buyers will see the value in everything you’ve built—the late nights, the sacrifices, the blood, sweat, and tears.
But buyers don’t care about brownie points.
They care about what your business can do for them. If you can’t answer that, your business could end up like Sally’s….
“I know kung fu.”
That line from The Matrix always stuck with me. Imagine downloading a lifetime of knowledge—mastering martial arts, business strategies, or customer service excellence—in seconds.
While we can’t quite do that yet, what if you could save years of trial and error in your business?
Back in 1999, I took a road trip to the American River—the exact spot where James Marshall discovered gold in 1848 and kicked off the California Gold Rush.
When Marshall first found gold, the area was quiet. No crowds. No rush. Just endless opportunity for those who knew where to look.
It reminded me of our last Business Value Happy Hour.
A small group of us listened as one of our peers shared how he turned his business into a goldmine
Don’t miss the next opportunity. Find out more inside…
2025 is here, and it feels like a year of growth and opportunity.
This year, I’m doubling down on some exciting new initiatives designed to help business owners take their companies to the next level. From collaborations and workshops to practical strategies you can apply immediately, I’ve outlined it all in my latest post.
2024 taught me some big lessons—ones I thought I already knew but needed to learn again.
These lessons reshaped how I approach my business, the people I surround myself with, and the value I bring to my clients. They’ve set me up for a major shift in 2025, and I’m excited to share the journey with you.
Curious what I learned and how it might apply to you?
“Sell the team… Sell the team…”
The chants echoed through Soldier Field as frustrated Chicago Bears fans voiced their anger after yet another loss.
But here’s the irony: The Bears could sell tomorrow for over $1 billion, no questions asked.
Why?
Because they’re the perfect example of a sellable business.. including 5 key areas you can have in your own business -without worrying about poor blocking or bad time management:
You’re not an idiot if your business isn’t sellable.”
That’s where the conversation starts.
Recently, I hit a nerve talking about how making your business sellable doesn’t just prepare you for an exit—it gives you more freedom, profits, and opportunities today.
It even led to some unsubscribes.
So, in this article, I’m clarifying why a sellable business isn’t just about selling. It’s about transforming your life.
Read More Here
Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous and blessed Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
He’s not lucky. He’s not from a wealthy family. He just did one thing right: He built a sellable business.
Because a sellable business isn’t just about exiting—it’s about freedom, options, and building the life you want.
What freedom are you building for yourself?
In 14 days, I realized I didn’t own a business—I owned a job disguised as a business.”
A business owner shared this story with me recently: He stepped away from his business to save his marriage. No calls. No emails. No check-ins.
The cracks appeared immediately—missed deadlines, chaos, and stress.
But what he learned changed everything—his business, his life, and his family.
Read his story in my latest post.
I’ll think about selling when I’m ready to retire.”
It’s what most business owners say—and it’s the mistake that costs them time, profits, and peace of mind.
The truth? Preparing your business to sell isn’t just about the future. It’s about working less, earning more, and enjoying your life today.
Find out more in my latest post.
It’s 3 a.m. You’re raiding the fridge when—BAM! Blinding light.
Little green men strap you down and start firing questions:
“Why does your business collapse when you’re not there?”
“Why did you miss those family milestones?”
“Why haven’t you built a business that runs without you?”
Sounds ridiculous? Maybe.
But go through due diligence when selling your business—and you’ll feel like you’re in the hot seat.
He built his business with blood, sweat, and tears…
Endless hours. Sacrificed weekends. Missed milestones.
All for the dream of “someday.”
But what if hard work isn’t the hero of this story?
What if it’s the villain—trapping him in a business that can’t run without him?
In my latest article, I challenge the one belief that’s holding most business owners back.
In a world where business owners grind endlessly…
They sacrifice time, miss milestones, and tell themselves “someday it’ll be worth it.”
But someday never comes.
The hero becomes the villain—missing it all and leaving with nothing.
If you’re running your business like this, you need to hear the truth.
In my latest article, I share a lesson from The Dark Knight that might change your business (and your life).
It wasn’t the numbers that killed the deal.
It wasn’t the valuation, the brand, or the market potential.
It was the team.
An investor walked away from a million-dollar deal—not because the business was bad, but because the management team was a train wreck.
If you think your biggest risks are only revenue or profit, think again.
Here’s the brutal truth about what buyers look at—and where it can all fall apart.
What if I told you there’s one thing sitting right in front of you…
That silently reveals whether your business will give you freedom—or burn you out slowly?
It’s not your revenue.
It’s not your brand.
And it’s definitely not the hustle.
It’s something most founders overlook.
Even though it tells the truth—every single time.
Here’s what it is…
And what it might already be telling you.
What happens when you build your business like you’ll sell it—even if you won’t?
You get your time back.
You get freedom.
And sometimes… you 50x your revenue in 36 months.
That’s exactly what one founder did without ever stepping foot in his office.
No hustle porn. No VC. No consultants.
Just the right structure, the right people, and a business built to run without him.
Here’s what that looks like…
What do you get when John Carlton, Brian Kurtz, and Bond Halbert drop into a casual book club?
Not a pitch.
Not a product launch.
Just a room built right—by people who lead with value and play the long game.
This wasn’t a flex.
It was a masterclass in how real relationships attract the right people.
And why the best opportunities come when you stop selling… and start serving.
Here’s what happened
When you bring the right people into the right room, something changes.
It’s not about small talk.
It’s not about swapping business cards.
It’s about real conversations that open doors—and the opportunities that follow when hands are grasped with real intent.
Here’s a glimpse inside a gathering where growth wasn’t just talked about. It started.
One leak.
Two missed calls.
Three years of customer loyalty—gone.
That’s all it took.
-Not because of pricing.
-Not because of competition.
But because of a simple failure to show up, follow through, and solve the actual problem.
Bad customer experience isn’t just annoying.
It’s what turns profitable businesses into unsellable liabilities.
Here’s what happened—and why you need to look at your own business through the same lens.
They said a wave of business exits was coming.
Retiring baby boomers. Millions of dollars changing hands.
The so-called “Silver Tsunami.”
But… where is it?
Most owners didn’t sell.
Many didn’t retire.
And a frightening number are still grinding—burnt out, stuck, and quietly hoping for a buyer that never comes.
This post breaks down what’s really happening…
And what it means for every founder still waiting for the perfect time.
Today’s not just another Tuesday.
It’s St. George’s Day—the story of a man who stood his ground, defied the empire, and became a legend.
Most people remember the dragon.
They forget the courage.
And that’s exactly what most founders forget too.
The businesses that lead? They stand for something.
The ones that fold? They tried to please everyone.
Here’s why standing your ground might be the most valuable move you make.