Best Businesstransition Podcasts (2025)

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211: Propensity and Passion, Christopher Antonopoulos- The Entrepreneur Gene Series 44:51

12d ago44:51

44:51

“The big learning for me is leaning on your team, leaning on your network, leaning on your colleagues. Because you don't have the capacity to be thoughtful in all of these different areas.” - Christopher Antonopoulos What does it take to be an entrepreneur? Christopher Antonopoulos, CEO and Founder of Measured Results Marketing, claims the secret i…

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210: Crafting Family Legacies, Matt Chiaradonna - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 33:02

15d ago33:02

33:02

“ When it's built with your own hands or with your own will, I felt like it was a little bit more of my own success than somebody else doing it for me.” - Matt Chiaradonna Have you ever been thrown into running a business? Matt Chiaradonna, a family business entrepreneur leading JC Fence and Founder of Elite Technique sure has. Host Laurie Barkman …

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209: Assembling Your Personal Board, Pete Schramm - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 23:29

19d ago23:29

23:29

“ I followed what's in my heart and I’m moving forward to fill this gap and this need for the workplace of the future.” - Pete Schramm Host Laurie Barkman interviews Pete Schramm, Founder and CEO of Lattitude. A serial entrepreneur, award-winning speaker, and bestselling author of Pathfinders, Pete is on a mission to foster meaningful, sustainable …

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208: The Power of Influence, Cooper Munroe - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 25:04

21d ago25:04

25:04

“I love giving voice to people who don't necessarily or historically have a voice with those who are selling to them.” - Cooper Munroe Host Laurie Barkman speaks with Cooper Munroe, CEO of The Motherhood, a leading influencer marketing agency. They delve into Cooper's journey from corporate PR to creating The Motherhood, sparked from a blog post ab…

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207: Disruptive Innovation, Luke Williams - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 41:31

1M ago41:31

41:31

“Entrepreneurship is in everyone. It just gets expressed in different ways.” Luke Williams Show host Laurie Barkman welcomes Luke Williams, Founder/CEO of IdeaSkills and Clinical Associate Professor of Innovation and Design at NYU Stern School of Business. They discuss whether entrepreneurship can be taught and delve into the importance of fosterin…

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206: Lions and Tigers and Entrepreneurs, Oh My! Brea Starmer - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 23:43

1M ago23:43

23:43

“Simply treating people with respect, with dignity and agency, has been really counterculture and I hope that that becomes a more infectious and attractive way to work.” - Brea Starmer Host Laurie Barkman interviews Brea Starmer, Founder and CEO of Lions and Tigers. Brea shares her experience of turning a layoff into a successful business, her pass…

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205: Entrepreneurs Are Made if Not Born, Jaclyn Beatty - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 22:49

1M ago22:49

22:49

“The really great exciting thing about entrepreneurship is even if you don't know from a young age that's the route you want to go, it's never too late to get there.” - Jaclyn Beatty Show host Laurie Barkman interviews Jaclyn Beatty, a seasoned sales professional and Owner/Principal Consultant of Geared for Growth at Sales Xceleration. Jaclyn share…

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204: Risk, Resolve, Results, Harry Haywood - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 22:37

2M ago22:37

22:37

“I'm guilty of having always had the feeling of being proud, but not satisfied with my accomplishments. Once I get to one goal, I’m ready to move on to the next.” - Harry Haywood Host Laurie Barkman chats with Harry Haywood, President of HBS Solutions Inc. Harry shares insights on the importance of resilience, creativity, and overcoming criticism. …

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203: Accidental Entrepreneurship, Jessica Kenyon - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 22:37

2M ago22:37

22:37

“The fundamental things are being incredibly optimistic, having the confidence to believe that not only is your idea a good idea, but that you can actually pull it off, and you have to have thick skin.” - Jessica Kenyon Host Laurie Barkman interviews Jessica Kenyon, CEO of The Conafay Group. Jessica shares her thoughts on key entrepreneurial traits…

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202: Embracing Heliotropic Leadership with Dr. Harry Cohen - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 34:47

2M ago34:47

34:47

“Have the confidence to say, "I believe in my mission and my purpose, and no matter what is in front of me, I will overcome those obstacles.” - Dr. Harry Cohen Host Laurie Barkman interviews Harry Cohen, President and CEO of Sunny Owl Productions and author of “Be the Sun, Not the Salt.” Learn the essential traits that differentiate entrepreneurs— …

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201: Sewing for Space with Aleksandra Bogunovic - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 27:15

2M ago27:15

27:15

Welcome to The Entrepreneur Gene! Host Laurie Barkman dives into the fascinating world of aerospace with Aleksandra Bogunovic, CEO of AeroThreads. Aleks turned her passion for sewing and fabrication into a thriving business that creates thermal blankets for spacecraft with materials that literally go to space! In this episode, we explore: Importanc…

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200: Why Start Exit Planning Now! Jim Carlisle 32:08

2M ago32:08

32:08

You might have a buyer lined up — but that doesn’t mean your exit is guaranteed. In this episode of Succession Stories, host Laurie Barkman sits down with Jim Carlisle , mergers and acquisitions attorney and chair of the National Growth and Exit Planning Group at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. With decades of experience guiding business owners through trans…

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199: Challenges, Choices, and Chapters, Julie Broad - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 22:16

2M ago22:16

22:16

In this episode of The Entrepreneur Gene, host Laurie Barkman sits down with Julie Broad, President of Book Launchers, to discuss the entrepreneurial mindset, key decisions, and challenges in business growth. Julie shares her journey from growing up in a highway-side motel in Alberta, Canada to becoming a successful entrepreneur, author, and real e…

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198: Why Hiding Failure Hurts More Than It Helps - Brian Marshall 35:01

3M ago35:01

35:01

What happens when an entrepreneur faces massive failure — and how does that become their greatest asset? In this powerful episode of Succession Stories, host Laurie Barkman sits down with Brian Marshall, a leadership coach and business advisor who has spent over 40 years guiding entrepreneurs through personal and professional transformation. Brian …

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197: Delusional Optimism - Gregory Silvano - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 44:19

3M ago44:19

44:19

“It's not just part of your personality to be a successful entrepreneur. It takes a lot more than just being a risk-taking delusional optimist.” Laurie Barkman interviews Gregory Silvano, CEO of Buyist. Greg shares his entrepreneurial journey to founding his own companies, emphasizing resilience, optimism, and pure delusion. They discuss navigating…

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196: Transform Your Business Into a Lasting Legacy - Mark L. Vincent 38:12

3M ago38:12

38:12

What happens when an entire executive team retires at once? How do you ensure leadership continuity, preserve company culture, and protect long-term value? In this episode of Succession Stories, host Laurie Barkman sits down with Mark L. Vincent, founder of Design Group International and expert in process consulting and leadership transitions. Toge…

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195: Embracing Tenacity in Entrepreneurship, Taylor Abbett - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 25:23

3M ago25:23

25:23

“There's going to be times where people are going to doubt you and they might be envious of your success, but I think if you're tenacious and you believe in yourself, that'll get you a long way.” - Taylor Abbett Host Laurie Barkman interviews Taylor Abbett, Co-Founder of JARVIS XR and President of Tailored Marketing Inc. They explore key aspects of…

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194: How Storytelling Defines Your Business Legacy, Paul Furiga 33:44

3M ago33:44

33:44

What makes your business memorable? What sets it apart—not just in the marketplace, but in the minds of customers, employees, investors, and potential buyers? Laurie Barkman sits down with Paul Furiga, founder and chief storyteller at Word Write Agency and author of Finding Your Capital S Story. Together, they explore how storytelling isn’t just en…

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193: Engineering Entrepreneurial Foundations, Charlie Buscarino - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 16:03

3M ago16:03

16:03

“As one takes the journey, you start to make decisions that when collected become the components that are foundational to being an entrepreneur.” - Charlie Buscarino Host Laurie Barkman interviews Charlie Buscarino, the Founder and CEO of The Clarient Group. Charlie shares his path from construction to entrepreneurship. They discuss the innovations…

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192: Ask Why, Succeed Wise - Dean Minuto - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 26:10

3M ago26:10

26:10

“Every entrepreneur sees that in trial, there's treasure.” - Dean Minuto Host Laurie Barkman interviews Dean Minuto, President of YESCALATE. Dean shares his insights on entrepreneurship and the development of crucial skills necessary for success. The discussion emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions to learn in business and Dean el…

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191: Optimism and Embracing Life-Long Learning - Susan Quinn - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 22:29

3M ago22:29

22:29

“I always knew I wanted to do something where I was the person deciding my own destiny, but it's not for everyone.” - Susan Quinn Host Laurie Barkman welcomes Susan Quinn, CEO and President of Circle S Studio. The conversation first explores whether entrepreneurial traits are inherited or nurtured. Susan shares her family's history of business owne…

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190: Know Honesty: The Power of Transparent Communications - Ken Bogard and Grace Gavin 2:01:57

4M ago2:01:57

2:01:57

What does it take to build stronger teams and more effective leaders? For Ken Bogard and Grace Gavin, it begins with a commitment to honesty. Laurie Barkman sits down with Ken and Grace—co-founders of Know Honesty and authors of the new book by the same name—for a compelling conversation about the role of open communication in business success. Ded…

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189: Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Living - Bill Spohn - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 28:43

4M ago28:43

28:43

“You don't want to be in the role of telling people what to do, but it's encouraging people to do what you think is right, but also being open to learn from them.” - Bill Spohn In this episode of The Entrepreneur Gene, host Laurie Barkman welcomes Bill Spohn, President and CEO of Tru Tech Tools, to discuss the characteristics of the entrepreneurial…

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188: Nurturing the Entrepreneurial Spirit, Pallavi Golla - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 26:30

4M ago26:30

26:30

Do you have the conviction to pursue your big idea? In this episode of The Entrepreneur Gene, host Laurie Barkman interviews Pallavi Golla, a serial entrepreneur and professional EOS implementer at EOS Worldwide. They discuss the concept of the entrepreneurial gene, the importance of nurturing entrepreneurial skills, and overcoming challenges in bu…

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187: Transforming Pages Into Profits, Nick Hutchison - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 27:53

4M ago27:53

27:53

In this episode of The Entrepreneur Gene, host Laurie Barkman sits down with Nick Hutchison, CEO and Founder of BookThinkers. They discuss Nick's entrepreneurial journey, how books changed his life, and his rebellious nature that drove him to create successful businesses. Nick shares key decisions and challenges in scaling BookThinkers, emphasizing…

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186: From Burnout to Breakthrough with Scott Couchenour 45:12

5M ago45:12

45:12

Is your “Fourth Quarter” of life filled with purpose—or just pressure? Executive coach Scott Couchenour helps leaders over 50 design a future they won’t regret. In this episode of Succession Stories, host Laurie Barkman talks with Scott about his journey from burnout to breakthrough, and how he now guides others through mid-life reinvention with in…

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185: From Corporate Consulting to Entrepreneurial Success, David Newman - The Entrepreneur Gene Series 29:46

5M ago29:46

29:46

Welcome to our new sub-show on Succession Stories...The Entrepreneur Gene! In this 1st episode, Host Laurie Barkman interviews David Newman, entrepreneur, author, and sales and marketing expert. David shares his insight into the idea of an entrepreneurial gene, discussing key traits such as being a maverick and a risk-taker. He reflects on his jour…

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184: Meet The Entrepreneur Gene, New Feature Series: Trailer with Laurie Barkman 6:07

5M ago6:07

6:07

Cheers to 5 years of Succession Stories! On our anniversary, we are excited to introduce our new feature series, The Entrepreneur Gene! A bonus for Succession Stories Podcast listeners! Listen weekly as show host Laurie Barkman talks with founders and CEOs exploring the rewards and challenges of the entrepreneurial path. Be sure to subscribe so you…

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183: Guiding Entrepreneurs Through Business Exits with Ghislain Gouraige 36:50

5M ago36:50

36:50

Ghislain Gouraige, Partner at NewEdge Wealth, helps ultra-high-net-worth families and entrepreneurs navigate business transitions. Ghislain joins host Laurie Barkman to recap the firm's 2025 Onward Conference held at Carnegie Mellon University and valuable insights to help you prepare before a sale: Success factors to prepare personally and financi…

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182: Finding Your Turning Point: Leadership, Legacy & Life with Jon Goldman 43:37

5M ago43:37

43:37

What happens when a successful entrepreneur faces his own turning point? In this episode, Laurie Barkman sits down with Jon Goldman, CEO of Turning Point, to discuss his journey from co-owning the innovative promotional products company Lumpy Mail to navigating his own business succession. Jon shares insights on guiding leaders toward discovering t…

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181: The ESOP Advantage: Wealth, Legacy & Business Transitions 43:35

6M ago43:35

43:35

Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) are one of the best-kept secrets in business succession planning. In this episode, Laurie Barkman sits down with Dan Zugell, Senior Vice President at Business Transition Advisors and a nationally recognized expert in ESOPs, to explore how these plans create financial value, enhance employee engagement, and off…

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180: Your Business Is Not Your Baby: How to Build a Sellable Company 40:58

6M ago40:58

40:58

Is your business truly valuable—or just another job you’ve created for yourself? In this episode of Succession Stories, Laurie Barkman speaks with Justin Goodbread, award-winning exit planner, best-selling author, and serial entrepreneur who has built and sold six businesses. Justin shares how he doubled the value of his financial services firm in …

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179: Built to Last: Family Business Leadership, Matthew Powell 33:50

6M ago33:50

33:50

Join Matthew Powell, CEO of Century Companies and a fourth-generation family business leader, along with host Laurie Barkman, as they explore the art of building sustainable, multi-generational enterprises. In a world of short-term exits, Matthew champions a different path—creating lasting value for stakeholders by thinking in centuries, not just y…

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178: Scaling Smarter: Mindset Shifts for Sustainable Success with Jennifer Dawn 31:50

7M ago31:50

31:50

🎙️ Discover how scaling starts with mindset in this insightful episode of Succession Stories! Laurie Barkman welcomes Jennifer Dawn, a seasoned entrepreneur, business coach, and host of the Happy Productive podcast, to share her journey of building and selling businesses. From launching her first venture at age 8 to founding Quantix, a software com…

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177: From Legacy to Liquidity: Selling a Multigenerational Business - Christin McClave 1:00:16

7M ago1:00:16

1:00:16

Christin Cardone McClave knows firsthand the complexities of leading and selling a multigenerational family business. Host Laurie Barkman talks with Christin about her journey of navigating leadership roles at her family’s third-generation business, CARDONE Industries. During her tenure as Chief People Officer and COO, she helped the company reach …

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176: 2024 Reflections, Gratitude, and Future Vision - Laurie Barkman 19:07

8M ago19:07

19:07

2024 year-end solocast! Laurie Barkman shares reflections and gratitude for family, friends, and the growing community of entrepreneurs building value with the end game in mind. Gratitude and Reflections - 01:00 2024 Show Highlights - 04:58 Lessons Learned from Guests - 07:45 Looking Forward to 2025 - 10:24 Special Invitations for Listeners - 15:05…

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175: Future-Proof Your Business With Expert Success Strategies, Daniel Feiman 30:12

8M ago30:12

30:12

Daniel Feiman, is an internationally recognized leader in the areas of strategy, succession, and leadership development. He’s the Founder and Managing Director of Build It Backwards, a consulting and training firm working with small businesses and enterprises in over 30 countries including Apple and Hilton Hotels. He’s also the author of “THE Book …

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174: Redefine Your Purpose: The Transformative Journey Beyond The Entrepreneurial Exit, Jerome Myers 34:26

10M ago34:26

34:26

Did you know that only 20% of businesses sell... and 75% of owners express regret after selling? Dive in as Succession Stories host, Laurie Barkman, talks with Jerome Myers about why just 5 out of 100 of businesses exit with excellence. Jerome is the founder of Exodus and an award-winning engineer turned business strategist who helps leaders naviga…

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173: How to Navigate the Emotional Minefield of Succession, Albert Ciuksza 33:21

11M ago33:21

33:21

Laurie Barkman interviews Albert Ciuksza to challenges faced by millennial successors as they take over from baby boomer predecessors. Listen in as they discuss Albert's new book, “Succeeding: Stepping Up Without Stepping In It." There's a demographic shift, with 10,000 baby boomers retiring daily from 2024 to 2027, often skipping over Gen X. There…

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172: How Two Brothers Took Startup Software Firm From Idea to Exit, David and Chris Sinkinson 45:05

11M ago45:05

45:05

Laurie Barkman interviews brothers and business partners, David and Chris Sinkinson, about their experience as co-founders of AppArmor, a bootstrapped SaaS business with a $40 million exit. They discuss the importance of understanding product-market fit, the role of unhappy customers in identifying issues, and the significance of recurring revenue …

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171: From Reluctant Successor to Innovation Leader, Karen Norheim 43:55

1y ago43:55

43:55

Today’s episode is a rewind of one of our favorite conversations with Karen Norheim, a second generation CEO of American Crane, a manufacturing company founded by her father. The show first aired in 2021. Listen in as show host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa, talks with Karen about what fueled their succession story. Karen stepped i…

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170: Navigating Family Business Transitions, Maryann Bell 25:18

1y ago25:18

25:18

Host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa®, interviews Maryann Bell, a partner at Wingspan Legacy Partners, about the common myths and challenges facing next generation successors in family businesses. Maryann shares insights on the importance of communication, education, and bringing in outside expertise to navigate the delicate dynamics…

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169: The Power of Candid Conversations in Exit Planning, Henry DeVries 26:58

1y ago26:58

26:58

Host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa, talks with Henry DeVries, publisher, writer, and CEO of Indie Books International. Listen in as Henry debunks a few myths about creating a sustainable competitive advantage in service businesses through niche specialization. They also discuss the importance of candid conversations in business own…

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168: Introducing The Endgame Entrepreneurship Masterclass! Laurie Barkman 14:10

1y ago14:10

14:10

Join host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition SherpaⓇ, as she celebrates four years of inspiring conversations and life-changing insights on the Succession Stories podcast. With over 4.5 million companies and $14 trillion of business wealth at stake in the next decade, Laurie's mission to guide entrepreneurs through their succession journeys ha…

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167: Power of Family Business Advocacy and Succession Planning, Pat Soldano 28:17

1y ago28:17

28:17

Did you know that 87% of the businesses in the United States are family owned? That’s 32.4 million family businesses and they contribute $7.7 trillion to the GDP. Pat Soldano, a strong advocate for family businesses, joins Succession Stories host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa. Pat is the President of Family Enterprise USA (FE-USA) …

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166: Finding the Right Buyer for Your Legacy, Markus Kaulius 40:46

1y ago40:46

40:46

From humble beginnings to founding Magnum Nutraceuticals, Markus Kaulius shares the saga of transforming a passion into a $170 million empire with Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition SherpaⓇ. Discover the pivotal moment when Markus transitioned from operator to visionary owner, crafting a culture of empowerment and resilience. Learn how he scal…

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165: How to Overcome Personal Fears in Business Transition, Heather Penny, PhD 28:57

1y ago28:57

28:57

75% of owners express regrets one year after selling. We’re a mission to break the cycle. What do we fear in times of transition? How do we develop a vision for ourselves beyond today? When it comes to business transition, the identity we have – business owner, CEO, leader, family member, all play a part. Heather Penny works with business leaders o…

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164: Do's and Don'ts of Successful Acquisitions, Kyle Grieve 26:23

1y ago26:23

26:23

Be sure to subscribe to the show and sign up for our newsletter at https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com Host of the #1 stock investing podcast in the world, “We Study Billionaires” Kyle Grieve, joins Laurie Barkman on today’s episode. As part of The Investor's Podcast Network, Kyle helps professional investors and business people all over the wo…

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163: From Niche Digital Business To 7-Figure Exit, Tony Whatley 38:08

1y ago38:08

38:08

Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition SherpaⓇ, talks with Tony Whatley, a 20+ year serial entrepreneur, business coach, best-selling author, podcast host, and speaker. Tony is Co-Founder of LS1Tech, an online automotive performance community which grew into the largest of its kind with more than 300,000 registered members and 150 advertising acco…

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162: Revolutionize Your Business Post-Bankruptcy, Greg McDonough 26:35

1y ago26:35

26:35

Host Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa, is joined by Greg McDonough, Managing Partner of Blackburn Capital Advisors and host of the Chief Endurance Officer Podcast. Listen in as they discuss navigating a business turnaround through bankruptcy.Bankruptcy can be viewed as a tool for recovery rather than a sign of failure. Greg discusses …

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