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Sept. 20, 2023

EP 96: Five Stages of Grief in M&A with Ed Mysogland

Join expert Ed Mysogland in this episode of "Defenders of Business Value" as they explore the emotional rollercoaster experienced by business owners during Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A). Contrary to linear grief stages, this episode uncovers the...

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Sept. 13, 2023

EP 95: Q2 Market Insights from BizBuySell

In this episode of "Defenders of Business Value," your host, Ed Mysogland, delivers a concise yet information-packed exploration of market analysis. Responding to feedback from our engaged audience, Ed delves into the current market landscape,...

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Sept. 6, 2023

EP 94: Exit Planning for Professional Practices with Dawn Bloomer

In this episode of the Defenders of Business Value Podcast, we delve into the world of exit planning for professional practices. Our guest, Dawn, is the founder of "Productive PressureTM," a philosophy and method that expertly balances the pursuit of...

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Aug. 30, 2023

EP 93: How to Sell a Turf Business with Beth Berry

Welcome to the Defenders of Business Value Podcast! In Episode 93, we're diving into the intriguing world of turf business sales with an expert in the field, Beth Berry. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of selling …

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Aug. 23, 2023

EP 92: How to Sell a Community Newspaper with Tom Britt

Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Tom Britt, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 35 years of invaluable experience in publishing and internet marketing. As the founder and CEO of TownePost, Tom has navigated the dynamic …

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Aug. 16, 2023

EP 91: How to Sell an Aerial Photography Company with Andrew Wahl

Welcome to "Defenders of Business Value Podcast"! In this episode, we're diving into the intriguing world of selling an Aerial Photography Company with the expertise of our guest, Andrew Wahl. Join us as we uncover the essential strategies,...

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July 12, 2023

EP 90: Q1 2023 Business Valuation Market Data Insights

Welcome to the Defenders of Business Value Podcast with your host, Ed Mysogland. In this episode, we dive into the latest market multiples and their implications from DealStats. The 2Q 2023 issue highlights the trends and pricing multiples in Q1 …

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June 28, 2023

EP 89: M&A Masterclass: Twitter Spaces Replay

Welcome to "Defenders of Business Value Podcast"! In this exciting episode titled "M&A Masterclass - Twitter Spaces," we are thrilled to bring you an engaging discussion on working with a business broker when buying a business. Ed participated...

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June 20, 2023

EP 88: Who Should Own Your Business After You? with Laurie Barkman

Welcome to the "Defenders of Business Value Podcast"! In this episode, we dive deep into the critical question of who should take the reins of your business after you step away. Our special guest, Laurie Barkman, an esteemed authority on …

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June 14, 2023

EP 87: The Seller’s role in successful SBA loan with Heather Endresen…

In this episode of the "Defenders of Business Value Podcast," our host Ed Mysogland, sits down with Heather Endresen, a seasoned banking veteran with over 30 years of experience in the industry. Heather's expertise lies in SBA business acquisition...

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June 7, 2023

EP 86: How to Sell a Business in the Pet Industry with Erin Fensterma…

Welcome to "Defenders of Business Value Podcast" In this episode, we have the pleasure of introducing Erin, a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) who brings a unique perspective to the table. With her CEPA designation, Erin possesses a specialized...

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May 31, 2023

EP 85: Where is the value in a Bitcoin mining company with Trisch Gar…

Welcome to "Defenders of Business Value Podcast", In this episode, titled "Where is the Value in a Bitcoin Mining Company," we have the privilege of hosting two esteemed guests: Trisch Garthoeffner and Nainesh Shah. Trisch is the President and Founder...

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May 24, 2023

EP 84: How to Sell a HVAC Company for Maximum Value with Patrick Lang…

Welcome to another episode of "Defenders of Business Value Podcast"! In today's episode, we have a distinguished guest who specializes in selling heating and air businesses. Please welcome Patrick Lange, an expert HVAC business broker with a wealth of...

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May 17, 2023

EP 83: How to Sell Trucking Companies with Spencer Tenney of the Tenn…

In this engaging episode, we sit down with Spencer Tenney, President and CEO of the Tenney Group—a respected merger acquisition advisory firm dedicated to the transportation industry for over 50 years. Join us as Spencer shares his wealth of...

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May 10, 2023

EP 82: How to Sell a Laundromat with Chuck Post, Author of THE LAUNDR…

In this episode of the Defenders of Business Value Podcast, Chuck Post of PBI Laundry Consulting and author of , a seasoned entrepreneur with over 37 years of experience in the coin laundry business, shares his story. Chuck entered the …

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May 3, 2023

EP 81: How to Sell a Printing Business with the Deal Flow Guy, Rock L…

Rock LaManna is The Deal Flow Guy, a professional matchmaker, quietly bringing independent business owners together with Private Equity groups to create win-win deals. While his background is in the print and graphic arts industry, Rock has...

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April 26, 2023

EP 80: How to Successfully Transition a Business' Most Overlooked Ass…

Mike Butler is CSpring's Chief Data Officer and Executive Director of Delivery and Innovation. He has a background in digital transformation and designing practical, innovative solutions, which all start with data. Before CSpring, he was a CTO in...

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April 19, 2023

EP 79: How Proper Presentation of Equipment Helps Sell Your Business …

Tim Roy of Capitale Analytics is my first two-time guest. Why? First, I know many equipment appraisers and his ability to articulate the "whys" of value makes it his superpower. He makes complex matters easy to understand. Second, with economic...

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April 12, 2023

EP 78: How to Value and Sell a Website with Mushfiq Sarker of the Web…

Few claim to have done over 220 deals, but Mushfiq Sarker can. Below is a summary of how Musfiq buys an existing website, improves it, and sells it for a profit. Here is a summary of the basic steps involved …

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March 29, 2023

EP 77: Frequently Asked Questions - Volume 4

Every quarter Ed answers the listener's questions. This quarter's questions: Questions/Topics: Know what you are selling How are non competes useful in business sales What are books I recommend about building value? Checklist of things sellers need...

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March 22, 2023

EP 76: How to Sell an Independent Restaurant with Steve Weinbaum of W…

Steve Weinbaum, WeSellRestaurants.com Steve is a licensed real estate salesperson and Certified Restaurant Broker in multiple states. He has over 30 years of experience in business analysis, marketing, sales, relationship management and contract...

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Feb. 28, 2023

EP 75: How To Sell a Wireless Cell Phone Store, with Tamer Shoukry, …

There is more to a wireless store than just a storefront selling and repairing cell phones. On this edition of Defenders of Business Value Podcast, Tamer Shoukry, Owner of Wireless Dealerz, talks with host Ed Mysogland about how he got …

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Feb. 21, 2023

EP 74: How to Ensure a Deal is Compliant, with Scott Oliver, Lewis Ka…

On this episode of Defenders of Business Value Podcast, Scott Oliver, Director at Lewis Kappes, joined host Ed Mysogland to talk about how to make sure a deal is compliant. They covered the process of reviewing proposed deals and preparing …

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Feb. 14, 2023

EP 73: How to Maximize Profit as a Car Dealership, with Max Zanan, MZ…

Max Zanan, owner of MZ Dealer Services and author of Perfect Dealership, a four book series dedicated to helping car dealership owners adapt and thrive in their business, joined host Ed Mysogland. They discussed the industry as a whole, how …

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