Business Buyer Diaries: the Reality Before, During, and After

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369. Tonight we close the gym, it’s emotionally hard to do

July 6, 2025 • 7 mins

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368. 2 days after filing and all but one of our credit lines are terminated on us

July 5, 2025 • 4 mins

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367. The Closing gameplan and cadence for business pages, channels, email, and notifying everyone

July 4, 2025 • 8 mins

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366. Filed the papers, next up is notifying people after the last class, buckle up for the ride

July 3, 2025 • 6 mins

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365. What San Francisco has gotten right

July 2, 2025 • 6 mins

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364. Job titles don’t really matter, managers are always observing even if you don’t think they are

July 1, 2025 • 10 mins

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363. WE GOT CHAPTER 7, just got 5 years younger and thousands cheaper

June 30, 2025 • 10 mins

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362. It takes 3x more efforts to run events than people think, I’m blessed to have my challenges

June 29, 2025 • 6 mins

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361. 60 days late on SBA, 30 days late on rent, goal is survive another 65 days

June 28, 2025 • 6 mins

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360. Now seeing admire and more weekend hustlers, grateful I have capacity to work well

June 27, 2025 • 6 mins

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359. Helped an interested buyer evaluate another opportunity for sale

December 29, 2024 • 14 mins

Ever found yourself teetering on the edge of financial chaos, struggling to maintain a balance between personal peace and business demands? Join me in this episode as I share my personal journey through the unpredictable world of managing both household and business finances with my sale-savvy yet frugal wife. We confront the harsh realities of unexpected expenses that push us into overdrafts and the looming specter o...

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358. If there’s nothing more I can do then I’ve done it all, choosing to live today worth repeating

December 28, 2024 • 6 mins

What happens when your interim gym manager is out of town, and you're left juggling multiple roles? Join us for an engaging session as I recount the hustle of covering shifts, prepping for an upcoming fitness challenge, and managing my daily grind in the corporate world. Discover the art of distinguishing between tasks that need a quick fix and those that require a more thoughtful, documented approach. I share my...

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357. Upskill your coworkers and make yourself obsolete and that will get you job security

December 27, 2024 • 8 mins

Unlock the secrets of proactive employment and discover how cultivating a workforce ready to take on executive roles—even without the executive paycheck—can transform your business. Imagine a world where every employee is empowered to lead, manage, and innovate, ensuring seamless operations even when key leaders are absent. Through candid anecdotes and real-world challenges, we highlight the critical need for delegati...

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356. Quarterly team training and what I’m talking optimistic during downtimes

December 26, 2024 • 5 mins

What if the key to thriving in business is mastering the delicate balance between transparency and optimism? In our latest episode, we unravel the complexities of leadership as we take you behind the scenes of our instructor training event. With the success of our recent challenge, surpassing our goal with 39 participants and nurturing 64 promising leads for the next round, we delve into our strategic approach to conv...

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355. Worked the night shift, the past due letters are beginning, don’t invest in stress

December 25, 2024 • 8 mins

Struggling to keep your business afloat or thinking about pivoting in your career? Meet Nathan, a gym owner grappling with the harsh reality of being $12,000 short this month, as he faces the daunting process of closing his gym. Share in his candid reflections on financial hardship and tough decision-making, as Nathan talks about juggling debts and crafting a strategic exit plan with his attorney. His gym might be on ...

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354. The business was dying from Day One so I feel no shame being unable to rescue a dying one

December 24, 2024 • 5 mins

What's truly at stake when you're fighting to keep a business on life support? Join us as I share a Sunday drive to the studio, a time typically spent planning for the week and finding a little joy in the Minnesota Vikings radio broadcasts. Yet, amidst the familiar routines, the weight of running a struggling business looms large. Conversations with my unwaveringly supportive wife offer a poignant reflection...

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353. The present is always a snapshot and doesn’t last forever, that’s why we must be grateful

December 23, 2024 • 8 mins

What if revisiting a beloved place from your past could stir a whirlwind of nostalgia and unexpected emotions? Join us as we embark on a heartfelt reflection of a journey that unexpectedly took us back 15 years to a pivotal moment in our lives. Our conversation starts with the high energy and engagement of a memorable event marking the end of a 10-week adventure. We dive into the poignant reminder of life's fleet...

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352. Test out for the 10 week challenge, interim GM and outgoing GM

December 22, 2024 • 9 mins

How do you keep afloat when the financial tide is pulling you under? This episode delves into the raw realities and intense pressures of owning a boutique fitness studio, especially when you’re an absentee owner. Join me and a fellow franchisee, as we candidly share the ups and downs of our entrepreneurial journeys. We discuss the mounting financial struggles and the intense competition from both high-end health clubs...

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351. Last normal workday with my GM, feeling at peace that the business must close down

December 21, 2024 • 6 mins

What if closing a business felt more like liberation than failure? Join us for an eye-opening conversation where we unravel the emotional complexities of shutting down a studio amid financial turmoil. Our journey begins with the refreshing energy of a morning workout surrounded by a community that shares similar values and beliefs. This stark contrast highlights the burden of keeping a business afloat amidst stress an...

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