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Buying a business is an amazing path for many successful entrepreneurs. Learn how to buy a business from the entrepreneurs who have already done it. 2x per week: stories, insights, & valuable advice about acquisition entrepreneurship. Hosted by Will Smith, who is on his own path to acquire a business. Also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquiringMinds Sign up for episode summaries at: https://acquiringminds.co
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WORK IT LADY PODCAST- PODCAST FOR ALL WOMEN! SPECIAL TOPICS FOR MOMS!Hey Girl! Join the tribe! We've got something for everyone! The goal at WORK IT LADY PODCAST is to bring young ladies, single women, married women and mom's information that will help them have happier and healthier lives. The goal is to help you to think outside the box regarding everyday aspects of life that all women must navigate.Topics on women's health, women's mental health, society & culture, entrepreneurship, small ...
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Relatable, raw and tactical business trainings to keep you moving towards your big goals. I’m Elizabeth McCravy — a website designer and business strategist for female entrepreneurs. And, I’ve built a multiple six-figure web design business while in my early and mid 20s. I believe that how to build a thriving business shouldn’t be a secret. So, I’m here to pull back the curtain of all things successful business building. I'm a Christian business owner, a toddler boy mama (with baby #2 on the ...
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Farm Life and Freedom, creating a community of like-minded people for a self-sufficient, simpler, and free lifestyle.Homesteading, Gardening, Livestock, DIY, Projects, Cooking, Canning, Food Preservation, Homeschooling, Parenting, Relationships & so much more!Whether you are just beginning this journey or you’ve been on it for a long time, this podcast and community of people will be an asset. Knowledge is power and we are more powerful in numbers.Join us. Learn what you need, teach what you ...
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Golf 360 came about from a theory I wrote a decade ago called The Golf Paradigm. It is something I came up with after spending over 30 years in golf and meeting a lot of exceptional people. Some of them were within the industry while others were outside of it but they all had phenomenal information that helped me improve. Whether it was a world-renowned coach, genius club fitter or engineer, ground breaking health professional or therapist, fantastic mental coach or psychologist or someone t ...
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Wag Out Loud

Krista Karpowich

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The Wag Out Loud pawdcast started as a passion project that would help all of us to be the BEST advocates for our dogs’ health and wellness. After many amazing guests, intriguing topics and incredible feedback, the WOL pawdcast is hitting a nerve with dog lovers all over the world. Why is it that over 50% of our dogs are getting cancer? I believe it is because of the extreme toxic load that are dogs are taking on from not only their poor diets, but from their environment as well. We can do s ...
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Today, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look into a very typical work week for me as a mom, as a business owner who works from home, and as a woman in the new baby and toddler phase of parenting. When I asked you guys what you want more of on the podcast, these kinds of episodes are always a favorite. It was actually one of the first 10 episodes of …
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Register here for the webinar, Legal Office Hours: Common Legal Diligence Issues https://bit.ly/46OH4LN Ryan Sullivan's group is buying businesses with investor capital, SBA loans & operating partners — but it's not a fund. Topics in Ryan’s interview: “Moneyball approach” to buying businesses Making a career change at 48 Why it’s hard to find a goo…
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3 top players in SBA lending to the searcher ecosystem discuss what they're seeing in the market as of summer 2024. Topics in SBA Lender Roundtable: Role of personal guarantee in SBA loan Why valuations remain high Rising amount of equity in deals How to find the right lender Industries: what’s hot, what’s not Financing for fast-growth businesses I…
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Today, I’m bringing on Stephanie King from My Essential Birth to the podcast. Stephanie has been instrumental in my pregnancy and birth journey with both of my boys. I discovered her podcast early in my first pregnancy and have been a dedicated listener ever since. Her content, courses, and guidance have been invaluable. It's amazing how our paths …
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Gabe Perez sought a way out of corporate while Kristen sought a way back to working. Buying a $4m business offered both. Topics in Gabe and Kristen's interview: The role Acquiring Minds played in their acquisition Acquiring a cold storage manufacturer Paying a premium for a growing company Buying a business three hours away Risks of taking on big p…
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Stuart Morgan (FB: @stuartmorgangolf, T: @StuartMcoaching, IG: @stuartmcoaching) is a sports performance expert that also happens to be a world class golf coach. After spending many years honing his craft in swing instruction he knew there was more he could offer his students and he went in search of answers. What he discovered is more commonly ref…
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Will Gano was rewarded for his persistence & vision when he bought an 8-figure, 125-year-old ingredients manufacturer. Topics in Will Gano’s interview: Getting experience in the food industry Doing outreach while working full time Hiring a buy-side broker to search for him Going through years of “search purgatory” Writing a personal letter with his…
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Most podcasters don't earn as much as they could from their show. In fact, many smaller podcasts don't make any money at all, which is one reason why so many podcasters quit. Today, I’m talking about how making money from podcasting goes beyond just getting sponsors for ads. For smaller podcasts with less than a thousand downloads per episode, you …
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Rob Carpenter was eager to start operating, so it only took 90 days to start searching then buy a $200k SDE business. Topics in Rob’s interview: His background in AI and software development His desire for a lower-stress lifestyle Prioritizing speed in his business search Changing his mind about franchises Buying 3 Merry Maids territories Digitizin…
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Years after one venture ended in failure, Jeff Velker bought a $2.5m pen maker with a strong brand & devoted customers. Topics in Jeff’s interview: His experience as a franchisee Bankruptcy after the 2008 crash The difference between buying a job and owning a business Losing his favorite pen led him to a pen company Appeal of pens in our digital ag…
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This is part three of the three part series all about my maternity leave as a business owner, as a mom of two, and just taking you guys behind the scenes more of my life and business. Today, I’m sharing all about coming back from maternity leave and what my schedule looks like as a mom working two days per week! What I’m sharing: Our experience fin…
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Jordan Evans left tech & bought a tiny, decades-old language services business. 6 years later, revenue is 17x larger. Topics in Jordan’s interview: Acquiring his parents’ language services business Spending 2 years preparing the deal Overpaying for a 180k SDE business Doubling the businesses through organic growth Pros and cons of seller notes “We’…
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Larry Bobka - (IG:@lbobka, X: @2ndSwingGolf, FB: @larry.bobka) has a resume that is perhaps one of the most impressive and versatile in the entire golf industry. In his 35 years of experience, he has worked as a golf professional, golf equipment designer, and club fitter. He spent 30 of those years working for Wilson and Titleist, where he had the …
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Register for the webinar: How (and Why) to Choose a Franchise as an Acquisition Entrepreneur - https://bit.ly/4fa3CKB Brett Kennedy has doubled & strengthened the sub-$1 million moving business he bought — but it hasn't been without pain. Topics in Brett’s interview: Being raised in an entrepreneurial family Buying Furniture Taxi, a moving company …
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Today I’m taking you behind the scenes of my 4-month maternity leave with my second baby as a business owner! If you’ve ever wondered what maternity leave might be like, how my business did while I was away, what it was like going from one kid to two (while recovering from a c-section), this episode is for you. I’m sharing: What I still was doing i…
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Register for the webinar: How (and Why) to Choose a Franchise as an Acquisition Entrepreneur - https://bit.ly/3WwZqNR When Dustin Carreon reached a ceiling in his first small business, he used the profits to start buying other businesses. Topics in Dustin’s interview: Growing up in his parents’ scrapping business Inheriting and growing Freelance El…
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Dr. Ashu Goyle – (IG: @drashugoyle, YT: @drashugoyle, FB: @ispwscottsdale) is the Founder and Operator of Integrated Spine, Pain, and Wellness (ISPW) in Scottsdale, Arizona. At ISPW, Dr. Goyle delivers effective, non-narcotic health solutions that alleviate the pain and suffering that is prohibiting you from living your best life. A double board-ce…
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Register for the webinars: Search Investor Roundtable: State of the Market - https://bit.ly/4cvUOwV Overcoming Common Deal Sticking Points - https://bit.ly/4cD9z17 How (and Why) to Choose a Franchise as an Acquisition Entrepreneur - https://bit.ly/3LpQEuK How Adam Markley evaluated thousands of businesses for sale and bought a handful of his own (6…
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Over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing a behind-the-scenes look into my maternity leave with my second baby. Specifically, what my maternity leave looked like as a business owner! Compared to last time with my first baby Colin, I have to say that felt a lot more fluid this time. In this episode, I’m going to share a behind-the-scenes look at how …
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Register for the webinars: Search Investor Roundtable: State of the Market - https://bit.ly/4cCMyuZ Overcoming Common Deal Sticking Points - https://bit.ly/3LkCpr3 How (and Why) to Choose a Franchise as an Acquisition Entrepreneur - https://bit.ly/4f2hCGc Nick Haschka & Dillan Ferguson are 5 months and 2 acquisitions into a roll-up targeting $50-60…
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Register for the webinars: SBA Lender Roundtable: State of the Market - https://bit.ly/4bydwTe Due Diligence Office Hours - https://bit.ly/3WbVpxT Search Investor Roundtable: State of the Market - https://bit.ly/45SWMEY Purchase Agreement Fights: How to Avoid (or Win) Them - https://bit.ly/4eQ7z79 How Dominick Blue bought an air duct cleaning busin…
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Today on the podcast, we are talking all about ConvertKit's rebrand to Kit. In case you missed their big announcement of this, don’t worry! I’m sharing all about it today: from my thoughts on the name, what it looks like to rebrand a company of this size, domain name things, and even diving into the last time ConvertKit rebranded and how it relates…
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IN THIS EPISODE WE SHARE THE ONGOING SITUATION WITH YOUNG KIDS DISTROYING ULTA AND SEPHORA STORES SEPHORA KIDS, ULTA KIDS, SKINCARE, DRUNK ELEPHANT, KIDS SHOPPING AT SEPHORA SEPHORA REELS, SEPHORA SEPHORA KIDS & ULTA KIDS ARE RUINING EVERYTHING-SEPHORA KIDS, ULTA KIDS, SKINCARE, DRUNK ELEPHANT, KIDS SHOPPING AT SEPHORA SEPHORA REELS, SEPHORA…
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Register for the webinars: SBA Lender Roundtable: State of the Market - https://bit.ly/4eTZ8Yn Due Diligence Office Hours - https://bit.ly/3WbAs6h Search Investor Roundtable: State of the Market - https://bit.ly/4eVYDxc Purchase Agreement Fights: How to Avoid (or Win) Them - https://bit.ly/4bwcgQx By doubling a $3m EBITDA business Juan Aguilar boug…
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Register for the webinars: Thu July 11 - SBA Lender Roundtable: State of the Market - https://bit.ly/4eJqUXB Fri July 12 - Due Diligence Office Hours - https://bit.ly/3VPQf9p We caution against thinking you can find it: 100% seller financing. But Renan Cortez did — and on a sizable business. Topics in Renan’s interview: His background as an Army me…
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I'm back for part two on how to make more money in your service business this summer. In this episode, I'm sharing ways to make more money in your business quickly, that are not the basic stuff you always hear recommended to you (that typically involve a TON of work or for you to burn down your entire business model). These 4 things are NOT going t…
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Register for the webinars: Thu July 11 - SBA Lender Roundtable: State of the Market - https://bit.ly/3XSdIcG Fri July 12 - Due Diligence Office Hours - https://bit.ly/3W1zQA6 Garrison Snell enjoyed a modest exit at age 24. By 30, he'd parlayed that into a holdco with $9m EBITDA and a mission. Topics in Garrison’s interview: Building and exiting a r…
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Register here for the webinar, How to Buy a Business & Hire an Operator at Once https://bit.ly/3KJnYwg 7 years ago Dan Verboski bought a sign business with $650k in earnings. He's doubled it, but ownership has taken a toll. Topics in Dan’s interview: Background in the Marines and retail Buying a sign company in Tyler, Texas Culture clashes and prob…
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It is officially summer! While summer can feel like a busy season for some people, it can also be a slower time when it comes to inquiries and gaining new business, to the point where you might start wondering, "Hey, how am I going to find that next client for my service business?" This week and next week, I have a two-part series where I'm sharing…
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IN THIS EPISODE I SHARE HOW TO OVERCOME SOME OF THE HEALTH CHALLENGES ASSOCIATED WITH SEDENTARY LIFESTYLES. IF YOUR A REMOTE WORKER, WORK IN THE OFFICE 9-5 AND SIT IN TRAFFIC OR JUST A HOME BODY THIS INFO COULD BE HELPFUL.By Clari
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Register here for the webinar, How to Buy a Business & Hire an Operator at Once https://bit.ly/3KH9RaS Will Smith has partnered with Niklas James & Max Lummis in a fund to invest in searcher & independent sponsor deals. Topics in this episode: Why raise a fund? How a fund comes together What it was like to raise money from LPs for a blind pool Why …
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Bernie Najar – (IG: @bernienajargolf, X: @BernieNajarGolf, YT: @BernieNajarGolf) is the Director of Instruction at Caves Valley Golf Club in Ownings Mill, Maryland and one of the best coaches in the world. He has taught everyone from beginners to tour professionals, juniors to World Long Drive Champions. Bernie has an unparalleled knowledge of the …
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Register here for the webinar, How to Buy a Business & Hire an Operator at Once https://bit.ly/3Rto4Mc -- Get Remediation Company CIM - Request the NDA to get the CIM of the Midwestern niche remediation company. https://bit.ly/45spnAI -- Before acquiring a commercial painting business doing around $2m, Colin Gates worked on a crew as one of its pai…
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If we’re all just being honest, productivity just doesn’t look the same in the before and after of motherhood. But often you’re not told that as a new mama, you’re just told “productivity hacks for moms” and that you’ll “feel like your old self” eventually and to “sleep when the baby sleeps” (but also try working during nap time). But here’s the pr…
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Register here for the webinar, How to Buy a Business & Hire an Operator at Once https://bit.ly/3RuI018 -- Get Remediation Company CIM - Request the NDA to get the CIM of the Midwestern niche remediation company. https://bit.ly/4b6rnjA -- JD Beck transformed a small (and small-town) plumbing business, took it into a larger market, and tripled it in …
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Colin Rigney- PT, DPT – (IG: @advan_msk, YT: @advancedmskultrasoundcenter3319, Linkdin) is the Co-Director of Education for Advanced Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Center in Phoenix, Arizona. He is also an educator and world leader in the use of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound which allows him to see things that may be causing your pain issue, that others a…
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Elliott Edge started as a searcher looking for a single business, then pivoted to a roll-up. He's 7 acquisitions in. Topics in Elliot’s interview: His philosophy on submitting LOI’s Acquiring a managed service provider amidst Covid His wife’s role in the acquisition Value of an MBA in acquiring a business Quickly going remote when Covid hit Buildin…
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If you’re early on in your business journey, this episode is for you. This is a huge and exciting step, and if you’re anything like me, you’ll look back fondly on these early days years from now. I’m nine years into my business journey, and I often reminisce about those initial days that felt so hard and confusing. Taking chances, being super scrap…
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