by George Sotiropoulos | Feb 26, 2025 | Business Value, Dependency on Owner, Scaling the Business
When we buried my father in Greece last Saturday one of the guests was a friend and client.He made a last minute booking at an exorbitant price so he can make the funeral.And then stayed a few extra days later to pursue his hobby and passion of buying and flipping...
by George Sotiropoulos | Feb 24, 2025 | Dependency on Owner, Business Value, Scaling the Business
When planning a funeral, you go through countless photos and videos, searching for the ones that capture the essence of a life well-lived.But here’s the problem—how do you fit a 3D life into a 2D picture frame?How do you do justice to the sacrifices, the late nights,...
by George Sotiropoulos | Feb 17, 2025 | Business Value, Dependency on Owner, Scaling the Business
In Monty Python and the Holy Grail, there’s a scene where the Black Knight gets both arms chopped off but still insists he’s fine.“Just a flesh wound,” he says, standing there armless.Ridiculous, right? But I see business owners doing the same...
by George Sotiropoulos | Feb 12, 2025 | Business Value, Dependency on Owner
When I fly to Greece next week to prepare the funeral for my father will be the first day in 5 years I have not been with my daughters in the same house.5 years I have had the freedom to do the school runs, spend the afternoons with them, and watch them grow from...
by George Sotiropoulos | Feb 6, 2025 | Business Value, Dependency on Owner, Scaling the Business
David’s hands clenched into fists. “When I find out who’s been stealing from me, I swear—”Nathan cut him off. “The thief… is you.”David froze, then exploded. “Bullshit! You think I’m stealing from myself?!”Nathan didn’t flinch. “Yes. You’re having an affair,...
by George Sotiropoulos | Feb 5, 2025 | Business Value, Dependency on Owner, Scaling the Business
Nathan let the silence stretch until David finally snapped. “Fine! If it’s not Finance, then what about Sales?”Nathan smirked slightly. “How’s Sales holding up?”“We’re busting our asses. It’s like a revolving door. We bring in new customers fast, but...
