David C Barnett Small Business & Deal Making

Jeff is back, and his business is changing. In this show we talk with Jeff (ep 102), and Matt Baker (ep 103), about the changes being made at his tile laying business. Subscribe to Your Exit Squad video at https://YourExitSquad.com Audio feed at https://anchor.fm/YourExitSquad RSS at: https://anchor.fm/s/d91595e4/podcast/rss Business owners, apply to be a guest at https://YourExitSquadGuests.com Business service professionals, apply to be a Your Exit Squad Partner at https://YourExitSquadPartners.com Notes: Learn more about David: https://www.DavidCBarnett.com Learn more about Mike: https://www.ExitOasis.com #smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #smb #equity #buyabusiness #investors #sellabusiness #sellmybusiness #exitplanning #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers

How do you go from turning a wrench to turning around your auto shop? Today we meet Matt Baker who built, and then re-built his auto repair shop into a thriving business. Then he sold it! Matt Baker is a YES Partner. https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-baker-5690575a/ Subscribe to Your Exit Squad video at https://YourExitSquad.com Audio feed at https://anchor.fm/YourExitSquad RSS at: https://anchor.fm/s/d91595e4/podcast/rss Business owners, apply to be a guest at https://YourExitSquadGuests.com Business service professionals, apply to be a Your Exit Squad Partner at https://YourExitSquadPartners.com Notes: Learn more about David: https://www.DavidCBarnett.com Learn more about Mike: https://www.ExitOasis.com #smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #smb #equity #buyabusiness #investors #sellabusiness #sellmybusiness #exitplanning #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers

Is it your muscle, or your mind? If you own a small business in the building trades you better be ready to use both. In this show we get introduced to Jeff, who owns a small tile business. Jeff knows that his time “doing the work” is limited. So how does he change and grow the business before his knees give out?” Subscribe to Your Exit Squad video at https://YourExitSquad.com Audio feed at https://anchor.fm/YourExitSquad RSS at: https://anchor.fm/s/d91595e4/podcast/rss Business owners, apply to be a guest at https://YourExitSquadGuests.com Business service professionals, apply to be a Your Exit Squad Partner at https://YourExitSquadPartners.com Notes: Learn more about David: https://www.DavidCBarnett.com Learn more about Mike: https://www.ExitOasis.com #smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #smb #equity #buyabusiness #investors #sellabusiness #sellmybusiness #exitplanning #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers

How the buyer/seller/broker interaction really should go… So, you inquire about a business for sale and then are asked for an NDA. Once you sign, they send over the information package. That’s how it goes right? No, not with brokers who know what they’re doing… Watch here now: https://youtu.be/HiM4HfwVnQE Learn how to buy a business at https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com

What are two ways you can successfully exit a small business? You can run it absentee, or you can sell it, or maybe you’ll need to do both? Our guests today tell their story of building and exiting a coffee shop business, first by setting it up to run independently, and then by selling it. Subscribe to Your Exit Squad video at https://YourExitSquad.com Audio feed at https://anchor.fm/YourExitSquad RSS at: https://anchor.fm/s/d91595e4/podcast/rss Business owners, apply to be a guest at https://YourExitSquadGuests.com Business service professionals, apply to be a Your Exit Squad Partner at https://YourExitSquadPartners.com Notes: Learn more about David: https://www.DavidCBarnett.com Learn more about Mike: https://www.ExitOasis.com #smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #smb #equity #buyabusiness #investors #sellabusiness #sellmybusiness #exitplanning #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers

The making of Your Exit Squad. What's it about and what to expect. Subscribe to Your Exit Squad video at https://YourExitSquad.com Audio feed at https://anchor.fm/YourExitSquad RSS at: https://anchor.fm/s/d91595e4/podcast/rss Business owners, apply to be a guest at https://YourExitSquadGuests.com Business service professionals, apply to be a Your Exit Squad Partner at https://YourExitSquadPartners.com Notes: Learn more about David: https://www.DavidCBarnett.com Learn more about Mike: https://www.ExitOasis.com #smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #smb #equity #buyabusiness #investors #sellabusiness #sellmybusiness #exitplanning #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers

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Jon found this war-time list and I wanted to share it with you because these bad actors will find their way into your business one day. You need to spot the behaviours and stop them fast. Watch here now: https://youtu.be/H-KRc8x5iTA Learn how to buy a business at https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com

New Livestream guest- Kelly Nelson from TCI Business Capital I’m happy to have Kelly join me on a live broadcast. He has over a decade of experience helping companies with operating capital solutions to get money in the door more quickly. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing factoring of accounts receivables. What is it? How does it work? Are the things you’ve heard true? Who will it work for? This is a ‘must see event’ for any business that waits to get paid from other businesses. Email Kelly at knelson@tcicapital.com Web https://www.tcicapital.com/ Thanks to our sponsors: Mark Willis of Lake Growth Financial Services. Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Look good. Get a new shirt from Jeff Alpaugh Customs and save with this link: https://www.JeffAlpaugh.com/dcb10 If

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Tips for buying a business in the face of a recession. Please fill in the viewer survey for 2023: https://www.DCBsurvey.com Rebecca wants to know if it’s a good idea to buy when a recession is likely here. It all depends on what you know how to operate. It all depends on the information you have available to run the business. And.. you need to avoid this trap. Watch here now: https://youtu.be/yz4K29zOPxk Learn how to buy a business at https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBanki

New Livestream guest- Stacey Brown Randall I’m happy to have Stacey join me on a live broadcast. She’s made all the common mistakes in business and now works to help make sure you’re maximizing your referral opportunities via having the right systems. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing how you can start taking a systems approach to generating referrals from happy clients. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone who owns a business or will one day, in particular those who sell highly priced products or services. https://www.staceybrownrandall.com/ Thanks to our sponsors: Mark Willis of Lake Growth Financial Services. Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Look good. Get a new shirt from Jeff Alpaugh Customs and save with this link: https://www.JeffAlpaugh.com/dcb10 If your bus

Buying a company isn't just about the numbers on the balance sheet; it's about uncovering the hidden gems and potential pitfalls that can make or break a deal. In this episode, three-time best-selling author and entrepreneur David Barnett talks about buying, merging, and acquiring companies. David shares his expertise on the intricate process of acquiring a business, including the tea leaves and surprises that could come along the way. He shares what the ultimate expression of a well-planned business is. Drawing from his personal experience on both sides of the acquisition process, he provides helpful tips for those considering this route. David also touches on the difference between business and real estate, the drive of culture in small businesses, and more. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to expand their company through acquisitions. Join us as we explore the art of buying, merging, and acquiring companies. Find the Generate Your Value podcast at https://www.generateyourvalue.com/copy-of-

When/how should we use a tool like Phantom Stock in running a business. Should the employees get excited about it or not? Please fill in the viewer survey for 2023: https://www.DCBsurvey.com Erica wants to know about Phantom Shares. Is this something to be excited about or is it just a scam to get employees excited? Today, I discuss the pros and cons of these programs and why a business owner may want to consider it over the alternative. Watch here now: https://youtu.be/xfNjnJ9D5YE Learn how to buy a business at https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER.

New Livestream guest- Jaryd Krause I’m happy to have Jaryd join me on a live broadcast. Jaryd has been investing in online businesses and teaching others how to find, buy and renovate online businesses for years. He’s the host of the Buying Online Businesses Podcast and we first met when he came on my show in 2019!! Tune in and as we’ll be discussing how the world of online businesses is changing in 2023 and what to watch out for if you’re considering one of these businesses. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone who dreams of buying a business that provides location independence. Spencer Cornelia 'Done for you online business' video mentioned: https://youtu.be/0BY9XCKAT5M The big fraud was 'JP Morgan buying Frank' learn more here: https://youtu.be/tanAbAKy6nA Jaryd's Podcast: https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com/podcast/ Jaryd's 2021 appearance: https://youtube.com/live/Dg_aZQ06_C0 Oct 2021-Online Businesses are passive income? https://youtu.be/BlMOO4F5epw Jaryd's 2019 appearance: https://youtu.be/oEfl9E

Does it make sense to get into business ASAP or to build your reserves first? The 10-year question… Please fill in the viewer survey for 2023: https://www.DCBsurvey.com Johnathan has a small amount of money. Should he use it all to buy a ‘starter business’ and hope to learn along the way? Or- does it make sense to gain experience and build up his money in a corporate job and buy a bigger business later? The root of the question is actually missing the context that drives most buyers. Let’s expand and explore in this week’s video. Watch here now: https://youtu.be/O3CRAx7XLLA Learn how to buy a business at https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and

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If it will take months to start getting paid, how can he survive as the new owner? Please fill in the viewer survey for 2023: https://www.DCBsurvey.com Customers who pay in advance are essentially financing a business. It’s like a loan. The problem is, how/when do you recognize the earning of that money. It’s important if you’re taking over some of these contracts part way through the year. Watch here now: https://youtu.be/ta0gOH_uElQ Learn how to buy a business at https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consu

New Livestream guest- Kenny Butler Find Ken's Program here: https://courses.bardwellcreative.com/courses/business-debt-settlement-course?ref=6a30ba I’m happy to have Kenny join me on a live broadcast. Ken has been helping clients negotiate their way out of bone-crushing business debts for years. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing how to negotiate a settlement for high-interest business debts without the need to go to court. Kenny has been a guest of the channel before in which he discussed how he negotiated these workouts, but now he’s offering to help you do it yourself. I took his system for a test-drive, and I’m impressed. This is a ‘must see event’ for any small business owner who has trouble accessing bank credit and may need to use higher-interest borrowing products, especially if you’ve suffered any kind of business downturn such as a drop in sales. Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available. We’ll be going live Monday April 03, 2023 at 12 Noon Eastern Time and 1 PM

New Livestream guest- Elliott Holland I’m happy to have Elliott join me on a live broadcast. Elliott owns a business called Guardian Due Diligence that does due-diligence investigations on target companies. Find them online at https://www.guardianduediligence.com/ Elliott is on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ElliottEHolland Tune in and as we’ll be discussing Quality of Earnings reports and other due-diligence stuff. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone who wants to buy a business, especially a mid-market one with lots of numbers and records all over the place. David C Barnett Thanks to our sponsors: Mark Willis of Lake Growth Financial Services. Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Look good. Get a new shirt from Jeff Alpaugh Customs and save with this link: https://www.Jeff