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At one of my Profit & Dine Dinner Masterminds, Bruce — owner of a cybersecurity company — was losing it. “Everyone wants something for free…”
“Because that’s not how it’s done.” Five words that have killed more businesses than any recession. Yesterday I shared how I gave away a million-dollar
Back in my Mideast FX days, I built something that—looking back—makes me shake my head. Using our trading volume and the pricing flows we saw
Yesterday I talked about that Aaron Rodgers Netflix special — the part where he breaks down how the same throw can have wildly different odds
I started watching a Netflix special on Aaron Rodgers the other night. What grabbed me wasn’t the drama. It was how he spoke about probability.
“Spoke to the VP at XYZ. He said no — the Chairman already has a charity they support, so they won’t be participating.” Boy… big
“I like your post directly sent to my attention. Lets see what time does hahahhah you are actually a funny man…” A blast from the
There’s a moment every business owner hits. Not the breakdown. Not the burnout. The moment before that — when you realise you’re fooling yourself. This
This week’s stories all had one thing in common: They started in the wreckage. The mirror moment — when the problem wasn’t “out there,” but
Mark had everything most business owners dream of. A company pulling seven figures. A loyal team. Even a nice villa, with a view that made
Last Friday, during the SBC M&A Deep Dive, one of the participants said something that nailed what’s wrong with most business owners in our region:
At a recent event, I met the owner of one of the top PR agencies in the region. She was brilliant — sharp, strategic, and
“Mirror Mirror on the wall… what is my business telling me after all?” There’s a punch in the gut many business owners face – the
This week’s stories had one thing in common — control. The illusion of it. The cost of it. And what happens when you finally learn
Giles was the smartest owner in the room. In fact he would tell you .. the smartest in any room. Rules and contracts didn’t really
There’s an Owner I once knew — let’s call him Mark. Mark had built a thriving business over fifteen years. A loyal team, great clients,
Ever worked with someone who built a process for everything — except getting anything done? A client once told me about a manager like that.
We took my daughters to the community Halloween party yesterday. In the gaming section was a station where you threw a Velcro ball against a
I had drinks with my client the other week. He runs an eight-figure company. He doesn’t go to the office anymore. Takes his daughters to
Two businesses. Same profit. Different value. One was chaotic — late invoices, key clients dependent on the owner, constant fires. The other? Calm. Systemised. Predictable.
Could your business survive 90 days without you? Take some time to think about it… If not, how about 60 Days…. Or 30 Days…. Or
Tim Ferris – 4 hour work week, and Emyth are great reads but they are often misunderstood. Many business owners read them and think they
If so… there were much easier ways to do that… Such as volunteering at the local neighbourhood sweat shop. Or digging a swimming pool in
The first time I ever really delegated something important…it blew up in my face. The client wasn’t happy.The delivery was off.And the person I trusted
Yesterday, we talked about what happens when the best salesperson becomes the worst manager. He was a star broker. The kind of guy who could
He could sell ice to Eskimos.Charm, wit, energy — the full package.Every deal closed felt like a solo act. And when his company needed a
We got married in 2014 at a place called Stadion, a private home perched above the sea near Finikounda in Messinia. The owner, Kosta, was
Let’s play a little game. Walk into your office Monday morning. Now ask yourself one question: “Who am I in my business?” There are 3
Here’s a Harsh truth no one tells you: If your business needs you — it’s not worth s*** You might be pulling in high revenue.
It was one email. Just one I didn’t send. That was the moment everything started to change. I had a client who needed a report.
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.