An Entrepreneurship Podcast Collaboration
Bootstrapped Unicorns: Entrepreneurship with Josh Pies
An Entrepreneurship Podcast Collaboration | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 51 with Belinda Kirkegard Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/KAa2QYOZRI4 Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. Join Josh and Belinda Ortiz Kirkegard from the National Entrepreneur Center as they mash up their podcasts for a special...
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Sandwiches and Start-Ups
Bootstrapped Unicorns: Entrepreneurship with Josh Pies
Sandwiches and Start-Ups | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 50 with Anthony Bencomo Link to video podcast episode: Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. In this episode, Josh welcomes entrepreneur Anthony Bencomo, better known as Biggie, the founder of Deli Fresh Threads. They discuss the origins of Biggie's...
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Producing Legal Success
Bootstrapped Unicorns: Entrepreneurship with Josh Pies
Producing Legal Success | The Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 49 with Neal J Sampat Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and Chief Attention Getter at C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. In this episode, Josh dives into the world of entrepreneurship and movie-making with special guest Neal Sampat, an entertainment lawyer and film producer. Neal shares his fascinating...
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Real Estate Entrepreneurship Across State Lines
Bootstrapped Unicorns: Entrepreneurship with Josh Pies
Real Estate Entrepreneurship Across State Lines | The Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 48 with Rich Tyson Link to video podcast episode: Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. Join Josh in another inspiring episode of Bootstrap Unicorns as he dives deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Rich Tyson, a real estate...
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Challenges in Childhood Lead to Entrepreneurial Success
Bootstrapped Unicorns: Entrepreneurship with Josh Pies
A Challenging Childhood Leads to Entrepreneurial Success | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 47 Link to video podcast episode: Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. Join Josh as he flips the script with guest Dawn Sipley playing the interviewer. In this soul-baring episode, Josh shares his tumultuous childhood,...
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How Early Trauma Can Shape Successful Leadership
Bootstrapped Unicorns: Entrepreneurship with Josh Pies
Surviving to Thriving: How Early Trauma Can Shape Successful Leadership | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 46 Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. In this episode, Josh sits down with Dawn Sipley, a renowned HR consultant, recruiter, and founder of Sipley the Best. They discuss Dawn's unique background in corporate HR and staffing, her...
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Reinvention, Empowerment, & Bold Steps
Bootstrapped Unicorns: Entrepreneurship with Josh Pies
Reinvention, Empowerment, & Bold Steps | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 45 with Leigh Burgess Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/jtU6jZPy8hw Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. In this episode, talks with special guest Leigh Burgess, an author and entrepreneur who introduces her unique 'BOLD' Framework. Leigh shares her...
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What Is Hippie Capitalism?
Bootstrapped Unicorns: Entrepreneurship with Josh Pies
What Is Hippie Capitalism? | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 44 with Kay Rawlins Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/yh3caQPlKT0 Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. In this unique episode, Josh welcomes back to the show entrepreneur Kay Rawlins. This time around, though, our guest interviews our host! Kay inquires about the origins...
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How I Started a Pro Soccer Team
Bootstrapped Unicorns: Entrepreneurship with Josh Pies
How I Started a Pro Soccer Team | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Ep. 43 with guest Kay Rawlins link to video podcast episode: Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. In this episode, Josh interviews Kay Rawlins, founder of the Orlando City Soccer Club and Orlando Pride. The episode covers the journey from the club's inception in Austin to its success in...
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How to Find Startup Investment Funds
Bootstrapped Unicorns: Entrepreneurship with Josh Pies
How to Find Startup Investment Funds with Markus Kaulius | Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 42 Link to video podcast episode: Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. In this remarkable episode, Josh welcomes back to the show investor, author, and serial entrepreneur Markus Kaulius. Markus shares his valuable insights on what it takes to build and sell a...
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ORIGINAL RELEASE DATE: April 2024
RELEASE DATE: October 2024
EPISODE: 27
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Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast Episode 27 | Crafting Your Exit: For Business Owners Looking Ahead with guest Laurie Barkman
Ever wondered what it takes to master the art of mergers and acquisitions? No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, this episode of the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast can provide you with valuable insight. Host Josh Pies welcomes Laurie Barkman, a seasoned expert in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), to unravel the mysteries of M&A and how it's a game-changer for entrepreneurs. Don't miss out on learning from the best in the business (of business sales)!
Laurie, The Business Transition Sherpa®, and author of The Business Transition Handbook, discusses the importance of preparing businesses for sale or acquisition. She highlights the common issues faced by businesses when selling, underscores the necessity of understanding enterprise value, and suggests strategies for enhancing business valuation. Laurie also touches on the emotional aspects of selling a business, the impact of financial performance on valuation, and she shares personal anecdotes to illustrate these points. Further, the conversation delves into ageless entrepreneurship, showcasing the potential for starting or scaling businesses later in life. Key takeaways include the role of ageless entrepreneurs in mentoring and the importance of having an exit plan regardless of the business size or the entrepreneur's age.
00:00 Understanding Main Street Businesses and Their Market
00:30 Welcome to Bootstrapped Unicorns: Diving into Entrepreneurship and M&A
00:49 Meet Laurie Barkman: A Master of Mergers, Acquisitions, and Entrepreneurial Growth
02:21 Lori's Journey: From Marketing Expert to M&A Advisor
03:27 The Emotional and Technical Sides of Business Transitions
05:43 The Importance of Planning for Business Transition
11:13 Tactical Advice for Entrepreneurs: Assessments and Value Improvement
19:21 Exploring Financial Performance and Business Valuation
24:23 Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Business Sales and Acquisitions
28:22 Exploring Exit Options and Buyer Types
29:37 The Power of Recurring Revenue and Business Transformation
31:14 Understanding Business Valuation and Buyer Perspectives
33:12 Demystifying Mergers and Acquisitions for Small Businesses
36:52 Real-World M&A Challenges and Success Stories
42:21 Empowering Ageless Entrepreneurs: A New Beginning at Any Age
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https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com/
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