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Some entrepreneurs aim to scale their businesses and transition to new ventures. Achieving this requires a clear vision, strategic planning, and effective execution. What does it take to grow, exit, and pivot in today’s dynamic market? Swish Goswami, Head of Growth and Marketing at Parallel, a sci-fi-based online card game emphasizes preparation and sustained growth during the business acquisition process. He also notes that well-documented systems and processes can enhance a company’s value, streamline the acquisition process, and ensure a smooth transition for new owners. A systemized company allows you to exit effectively and prepare for new goals. In this week’s episode of Systems Simplified, I chat with Swish about scaling and exiting your business. Swish shares strategies for preparing for acquisitions, his transition from entrepreneurship to employment, and insights from his book and podcast. Shoutout to 🎤 Dr. Jeremy Weisz and Quinn Underwood whom we give mentions to on this episode. #businessacquisition #scaling #value

We’re delighted to see The Deck London founded by How To Start Up guest Daisy Knatchbull, has achieved B Corp Certification. Congratulations to Daisy and her team! The Deck is the first women’s-only tailoring, as well as one of the largest shopfronts on Savile Row, London. Daisy is on a mission to change tailored clothes for successful, style-conscious women and offer a compelling alternative to fast fashion.  Their B Corp certification reflects their commitment to providing an antidote to fashion’s prevailing throwaway culture & their focus is on ensuring their clients invest in quality, versatility and longevity. Juliet Fallowfield spoke with Daisy for How To Start Up’s investment season. Hear Daisy’s advice on how to get your finances ready for investors Listen via https://lnkd.in/ek5ZBShr Available in all podcast directories. Search ‘How To Start Up by FF&M’. Email us via hello@fallowfieldmason.com if you’d like to produce your own podcast. #entrepreneurship #startups #growth #motivation #podcast #investment #finances #founders

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🎙️ New Podcast Episode: Mastering Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition with Pete Seligman 🚀 Join 💼🧚♂️ Vinisha Rathod and me as we sit down with Pete, one of Australia's foremost experts on entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA) and a seasoned investor in over 15 search funds. Fresh from his annual ETA forum, Pete shares invaluable insights into this unique entrepreneurial path. In This Episode, We Explore: 1️⃣ Common Pitfalls: What are budding entrepreneurs' biggest mistakes in this career path? 2️⃣ Market Opportunities: The potential to acquire businesses from retiring baby boomers who lack succession plans. 3️⃣ The Power of Search Funds: How they offer a viable alternative to starting from scratch by providing an actual, existing business to develop. 4️⃣ Change Management: The importance of getting the first hundred days right to ensure growth, retain talent, and deliver ROI to investors. 🔗 Tune in now to dive deep into the world of ETA and uncover how to succeed in this dynamic field. Episode links are in the comments below. Whether you're contemplating your first entrepreneurial venture or a seasoned business owner strategizing your exit, this episode delivers essential strategies and insights to help you navigate the complexities of acquisitions and maximize your impact. The Growth Cartel #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAcquisition #SearchFunds #StartupCommunity #TheGrowthCartel Thanks to our sponsors Teamified, p3 studio - people, partnerships, purpose and 4Phase Consulting 🙏

BREAKING NEWS: COUCH.COM HAS FOUND IT'S NEW HYPE MAN. It's none other than Matt Edmundson from eCommerce Podcast. If you've never been introduced by a charming Englishman with a classical music backing, this will get you out of bed in the morning, wow! Matt and I discussed my vision of Couch.com being a content-driven marketplace vs a traditional retailer and how this just might be the future of online furniture retail... Google 'Matt Edmundson' for this episode and a slew of other top-notch e-commerce conversations! #business #ecommerce #entrepreneurship #digitalmarketing #founders #marketing #technology #innovation #futurism

For their Investors, they made $ 2 Billion in profits by investing mainly in 3 businesses, Berkshire, Amazon and Costco 2011, I cloned one of their Investment, Costco. Held it for almost a decade. For the returns and learnings, my Guru-Dakshna (tribute to the Master) is due In every craft there are a few amazing craftsman. Nick Sleep and Qais Zakaria are one such in Investing realm An excellent podcast by David Senra https://lnkd.in/dk_mnxan

Seeking a new podcast guest-host for an upcoming episode? Learn more here about creative content with Jean Criss of Jean Criss Media #JeanCrissMedia #startups #entrepreneurship #media #marketing #branding #techinnovation #fashion #publishing #ecommerce

🏠 How Did Urban Company Revolutionize Home Services? 💼 Curious how Urban Company turned the home services industry on its head? 🔧 By leveraging technology and focusing on customer convenience, they created a marketplace that’s reshaping the gig economy. In our latest podcast, we explore how Urban Company’s innovative approach to quality and trust has made them a leader in on-demand services. Tune in to learn how Urban Company’s journey can inspire your startup’s success! 💡 https://lnkd.in/d3bfBjJv #UrbanCompany #HomeServices #GigEconomy #TechInnovation #CustomerConvenience #MarketplaceSuccess #Entrepreneurship

Great to chat with Simon Beard about the story of building Culture Kings and where he began his entrepreneurial journey. Alongside his wife Tah-nee Beard, Simon grew the business from market stalls in 2008 to now have a $600 million valuation and a listing on the New York Stock Exchange. This was a wide ranging and insightful conversation with Simon. He talked about how developments in AI have changed not just retail, but every facet of business. He also talked about how important it is to learn how to sell in business and the power of managing your emotional state to perform at the highest level. Simon also outlined that the entrepreneurial qualities that successful people have are within everyone and just need to be fostered and unlocked. If you enjoy this episode, feel free to leave a five star review and share with family and friends. #culturekings #businesspodcast #entrepreneurship #retail

Don't miss out on Episode #5! “Dr. Vijay Patel's Journey: Balancing Healthcare Career & Real Estate Investments like a Pro”                   Dive into the story of a former healthcare professional who made a groundbreaking transition into real estate. From transforming hotels into multifamily living spaces to creating experience-based resorts, Dr. Patel's journey is a testament to innovation and vision. 🔗 Tune in now! Spotify: https://bit.ly/492XAIs YouTube - https://bit.ly/3T6TA3N #podcast #realestate #entrepreneurship #investmenttips #realestateinvesting #multifamily #multifamilyinvesting #millionaire #investments