Best Brian Hanson Podcasts (2025)

Emily and Kenji grew up with very little and now (at 34 and 36) they’ve built a $2M net worth and a plan to be work-optional by 40. We pressure-test their CoastFIRE math, reveal why a $1M taxable bridge can still come up short, and show how solo 401(k)s, backdoor Roth conversions, and a small savings re-mix help them reach their goals. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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How to Be Wealthy in Your 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s 37:57

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Wealth isn’t just about money - it’s about time, freedom, and fulfillment. We walk you through what it really means to be wealthy in your 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s. Learn how to build wealth, master your mindset, and create a life where you get to do what you want, when you want, with who you want. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE…

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John Bly - Cracking the Code to Mergers & Acquisitions 20:20

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John Bly is a Co-Managing Member of LBA Haynes Strand, LLC. Today, he will be discussing the topic of Mergers & Acquisitions. Website: www.lba-cpa.com Email: [email protected] Exit Coach Bill Black

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Vince Mastrovito - Family Business Insider/Outsider Dilemmas 25:17

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Vince Mastrovito of Prometis Partners, Inc. shares valuable information regarding some of the issues family businesses face and their solutions.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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NORMAN MAYER GROUP "Point Blank/Catsup" Kathy Sawhill 2:32:31

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On today's episode we welcome a new group to the Dischord roster. Fan favorite Jeff Kaplan returns to help initiate Norman Mayer Group into the EOE family. We talk about the heavy elements, in both sound and lyrics, of these tracks and scrape the internet for the scraps we could find about their history. Then drummer/vocalist Kathy Sawhill joins th…

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How 595,000 People Reached MILLIONAIRE Status (And How You Can Too) 1:07:38

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More than half a million new 401(k) millionaires were created this year...you can be next. We unpack why the 401(k) is still the #1 path to wealth, the psychology behind automatic investing, and how small, consistent steps can build seven-figure futures. Then we dive into Financial Mutant questions, from Roth IRAs to real estate, and shares behind-…

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Dyanne Ross-Hanson - Key Employee Incentive Plans - Why You Need Them and Critical Design Elements (I1817) 21:53

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Dyanne Ross-Hanson, Founder of Exit Planning Strategies, LLC, works with owners of privately held businesses to develop intentional ownership transition plans. She started Exit Planning Strategies, LLC, 10 years ago and has 30+ years of experience in the financial services industry. This work is Dyanne’s passion, and she considers objective expert …

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Making Sense of God's Will in a World Gone Wrong - With Brandon Ambrosino 1:15:50

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This week I am joined by Theologian and Ethicist Brandon Ambrosino to talk about his new book, "Is it God's Will? Making Sense of Tragedy, Luck, and Hope in a World Gone Wrong". Together we explore deep theological topics, including the nature of God, the significance of hope, and the role of love in understanding faith. We look at the metaphor of …

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Who's New? - Handbell Composers 32:45

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Brian and Nick talk about several names that are new and upcoming handbell composers and arrangers!

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Ken Sanginario - Sales Growth Does Not Always Translate to Sale Growth 1:00

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Sometimes growing sales is counterproductive to growing the sale value of your business. Ken Sanginario explains.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Jamie Leno Zimron - Stress Less / Prosper More: Effortless Power for Unprecedented Success! (A3118) 20:12

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Jamie shares her incredible life journey with us and shares great lessons she has learned along the way. Dynamic Peak Performance training, consulting and speaking - with a unique integrative approach blending psychology, body-mind fitness, professional golf and martial arts expertise, and entrepreneurial energy. Questions answered: 1) Your work is…

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Financial Advisors React to Financial Advice on YouTube! 22:18

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Real money talk - student loans, $600 car payments, and the trap of “saving” without investing. We react to YouTube advice about how simple choices (Roth IRA, index funds, and automatic contributions) turn $10k into real progress, why “always be buying” beats timing the market, and how to build a wealth force field that buys time, options, and peac…

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10 Things to Do Before 2025 Ends 38:25

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Don’t wait for New Year’s resolutions to take control of your money. We reveal 10 essential moves to make before 2025 ends - from maxing your employer match and crushing high-interest debt to unlocking tax-free growth and planning your abundance goals. Whether you’re optimizing your cash flow, reevaluating your net worth, or looking to reduce next …

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Tom Schwab - What is Your Differentiation Strategy? 19:51

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In this noisy digital world, you can’t break through the noise, you just add to it. Instead, you need to get in on the conversation where your ideal customers are already listening. As a Navy veteran who ran nuclear power plants, and an inbound marketing engineer, Tom Schwab has a refreshingly unique approach. He focuses on time-proven strategy, th…

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Introducing Unlikely Friends - A brand new podcast! - Unlikely Friends 1:39

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Hello you beauties! Because we know you love this podcast so much, we thought you might like this too. A brand new podcast from Leigh Francis, Emma Bunton, Jade Jones, and Jill Francis - where anything can (and probably will) happen! Each week, they’ll be taking topic suggestions from listeners and diving headfirst into whatever you want to hear ab…

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Ep. 138 - Style History: Fresh/Wet Hop Beer 31:01

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Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! Fall brings a bountiful harvest, and hops are no exception. This time of year brings many beers that were lucky enough to have freshly picked hops steeped in the whirlpool. You should start noticing "Fresh" and "Wet" hop beers starting to hit your favorite stores beer shelf! On this episode Brian discusses the harvest,…

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Pat Kramer - Press Releases: The Who, What and When 0:52

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Pat Kramer, Writer - Writer For Hire, shares insights about the ideal times to send out a Press Release for maximum exposure.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Ben Griffin - Exit Strategies: The Mental Game (H0417) 20:43

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Ben Griffin is the Chief Visionary of CEOIQ, a company that provides Executive Coaching, Peer Advisory Group Programs, Strategy and Team Alignment workshops for Entrepreneurs and their Leadership Teams. Questions Asked: 1. How long does it take to plan and execute an exit? 2. What's the biggest mistake you see entrepreneurs make when preparing to e…

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How Humphrey Yang Built His Wealth 1:09:34

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Humphrey Yang is an amazing personal finance creator with tens of millions of followers and he joins us for a Q&A livestream! We start by learning where Humphrey's money mindset stems from...you don't want to miss his father's story. Then we answer your financial questions with Humphrey on everything from investment allocation to over-saving in you…

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Salvation as Wholeness-Making: Exploring Neuro-Relational Integration - With Dr. Shaleen Kendrick 1:53:14

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This week I was joined by my friend the Rev. Dr. Shaleen Kenrick for a fun and insightful conversation about her work around her Neuro-Relational Integration Model. Dr. Kendrick's wrote a fantastic dissertation titled, "Neuro-Relational Spirituality: Salvation as Experiential Wholeness-Making Through the Integration of Mind-Body-Spirit". I have hea…

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This 22-Year-Old Needs a Reality Check… | Making a Millionaire 56:10

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What does it really take to hit a million-dollar net worth by 30? We sit down with 22-year-old filmmaker Cyrus, who’s built an impressive foundation, but might be chasing the wrong goal (without health insurance). Together we unpack the numbers, the mindset, and the money habits that actually build long-term wealth without losing yourself in the hu…

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Doug C. Brown - 10 Ways Your Company Can Expand Its Revenue 23:04

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Business Success Factors is a consulting, coaching, and training company that helps companies to increase their sales revenue growth. Here are a few questions Doug answers in today's interview: 1. What is the number one mistake that you see companies making with their sales that impede or stop their growth? 2. Do you ever see a CEO or executive blo…

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What Makes a Financial Mutant? The Survey Results Are In! 38:12

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We break down exclusive data from 25,000+ of our listeners who shared their real financial lives - from income and net worth to mindset and money habits. Discover how Financial Mutants are outpacing the average American, avoiding debt, investing early, and building wealth with discipline and optimism. Thank YOU for filling out The 2025 Financial Mu…

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Paul West - Good Busy vs Bad Busy. Why Business Owners Get Stuck in the Trees and Not the Forest 21:42

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Having advised numerous business owner families, Paul West shares his insight on some key personal mistakes business owners miss out on due to focusing on wrong activities. Paul received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and earned his MBA from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. Paul and his wife, Courtney, have three chi…

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David Sherak - Who Buys Who Out In Your Buy-Sell? 1:30

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David Sherak discusses some of the many provisions of a Buy-Sell agreement to consider, especially the impact on your family and Estate Planning and Banking Relationships.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Chris Bond - Surviving the Founder is A Key to Business Transfer 1:09

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Chris Bond of Murphy Business Financial Corp. discusses a recent business sale and the common needs of businesses to "survive" the founder to transfer successfully. Transcript: Chris: Surviving the exit of the founder or the operators, that's the biggest key, and every client project I work on is heavily weighted toward good will, so the value is o…

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Janna Hoiberg - How to Be in Business With People You Love (Without Hating Them) 26:09

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Janna Hoiberg discusses tips and ideas for Family businesses. This time, we focus on challenges of preparing the business and family members for leadership transition.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Why $250k is Halfway to $1 Million 1:06:18

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No - it's not bad math. You might be closer to your goals than you think. We're using compound interest to blow your mind about your path to $1M (or any other target). Plus, we answer questions on emergency funds, Coast FI, sinking funds, and more. This special Fall Break edition of The Money Guy Show features Rebie in the big seat as co-host with …

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Adrianna Smith and Lana Hout - Key Factors to Drive Up Business Value 21:41

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Adrianna Smith and Lana Hout, Provisors members and Brokers at First Choice Business Brokers, specialize in industry-agnostic business sales for transactions under $25M. After meeting at USC, they found themselves continuously applying for the same finance jobs and eventually working at competing firms. They briefly worked at the same firm and ulti…

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The Eternal Becoming of God, Soul, and Matter - With Swami Padmanabha 1:18:15

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This week, Swami Padmanabha joins the podcast to share his spiritual journey and his insights into the nature of love, spirituality, and the divine. Swami has a new book out titled "Evolution in Divine Love: The Eternal Becoming of God, Soul, and Matter", that we used as our jumping-off point for the conversation. He discusses the concept of Bhakti…

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Brian Kinahan - Run Your Business Like You’re Going to Sell It...Even If You’re Not (E0518) 18:14

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Brian Kinahan is a business coach who helps CEOs and business owners improve business performance and prepare for an eventual sale or generational transfer. His philosophy: run your business like you're going to sell it, even if you're not. Questions Asked: 1) Are there steps an owner can take in the short term to increase the selling price of a bu…

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Steven Goodman - The Human Side of Exit Planning 20:59

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Click here to read this episode's transcript. Steve Goodman, CEO and Founder of SHG Planning, has over 30 years of experience in business succession planning. His firm specializes in high-end, sophisticated business succession, estate planning, for high and ultra high net worth individuals. Steve enjoys the uniquely interesting challenge that comes…

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Financial Advisors React to GOOFY Financial Advice 18:13

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Not all financial advice online is created equal. We react to some of the internet’s worst money tips, from shady down payment tricks to risky ‘never sell’ borrowing strategies. Learn what NOT to do with your money and discover the smarter, safer path to building real wealth. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠…

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Craig James - Build Your Business Value with the Help of Your Peers 22:16

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Craig James shares his tips and insights about how CEOs can benefit from getting involved in Peer groups. Contact Craig at [email protected] Exit Coach Bill Black

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Scott Bornstein - Memory Power: Your Secret Weapon 25:44

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Scott Bornstein is a Chief Memory Training Expert at MemoryPower. Grab a notebook for this one, memory training is a universally useful skill and everyone can benefit from this information. Scott’s expertise is in making memory and recall as easy as possible for business leaders, managers, and sales people. Not only is it important to learn to reme…

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Top 10 Mind-Blowing Money Stats (2025) 36:00

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Money in 2025 looks different than you think. We break down 10 shocking stats (from the rise of Buy Now, Pay Later debt to why the average first-time homebuyer is nearly 40). These numbers aren’t just surprising - they hold powerful lessons for your financial future. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Jim Jubelirer - Have You Had Your Daily Huddle Today? 21:31

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Jim Jubelirer of Jubelirer Results Group works with business owners on scaling up their business. Being around business his whole life, Jim has seen plenty of highs and lows, but he’s always been following how business and people work. Industry agnostic, Jim works with clients globally to increase value while practicing a very holistic approach. Ad…

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Peter Sieffert - The Importance of Knowing the Enterprise Value of Your Business Before you Exit (J2117) 24:48

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Peter Sieffert is the Owner of Swiss Avenue Partners San Diego, a company focused on helping business owners grow enterprise value in preparation for sale, acquisition, or transition. Today, Peter will discuss why you should know the enterprise value of your business regardless of when you are thinking of an exit. Questions Discussed: 1) Why should…

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Mike Carter - Making Business Valuation Accessible & Affordable (K0617) 24:33

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BizEquity's Valuation as a Service (VaaS)TM system was created to democratize business valuation knowledge for all business owners and the advisors who serve them. Our vision is to value every private business in the world and to make business valuation affordable, accessible, and real-time, thus ushering in the next great cloud based software andB…

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Leslie Hassler - Become the Chairman of the Board of Your Life (E0417) 20:16

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Banish Your 5 Time Demons! How to get 2 hours back in your day, everyday! How would it feel to have more hours in your day? What if there was a way NOT to get lost in the vortex of your busy life? It is possible to add more time to your day and get more done? Join Leslie Hassler with Your Biz Rules ™ for this powerful, tip-packed class where she wi…

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Ep. 137 - Style History: Marzen vs. Festbier 28:52

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Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! Its finally feeling like fall here in the midwest! Oktoberfest in Munich began back on September 20th and is wrapping up this week; however, there are still plenty of festive beers out there to drink! BWB fans may recall Brian covered the history behind the Marzen and Festbier in the past. On this episode he brings the…

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How Student Loans Are Crippling Americans (& What They’re Doing About It) 1:05:50

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Student loans are reshaping education and your first decade of adulthood. We share how to lower the cost of a degree (scholarships, test prep, community college, in-state networking) and build a career-first plan that actually pays off. Stay for our Q&A on 20-3-8 Rule for multiple cars, how to build the right emergency fund, the right down payment …

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Vince Mastrovito - Why Do Owners Stay Too Long? 23:55

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To Read This Episode's Transcript: Click Here Back with us once again is Vince Mastrovito, Exit Planner at Prometis Partners. Vince is a serious succession planner: he’s a certified business exit consultant, CBEC, a certified exit planning advisor, CEPA, a certified value builder, CVB, a certified disc plus coach CDVC, and 2019 Member of the Year a…

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Stephen Lynch - How to Create a Business That Can Outlive the Owner (K2817) 22:38

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Stephen Lynch is the Head of Strategy and Consulting at RESULTS.com and the author of the award-winning book: Business Execution for RESULTS - a practical guide for leaders of small to mid sized firms. His book was judged best management book in the USA’s 2014 Small Business Book Awards. Stephen has had articles published in The Economist, and writ…

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The Intro to Phenomenology You Didn't Know You Need - With Aaron Simmons 1:51:49

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This week on the podcast, Dr. Aaron Simmons returns for yet another fun and nerdy conversation. Aaron takes us on a deep dive into phenomenology, exploring its implications for consciousness, intentionality, and the human experience. We discuss the historical context of phenomenology, its connection to hermeneutics, and its relevance in contemporar…

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Casual Conversations with Marcus Earle and Cristine Toel 15:22

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Cristine has a nurturing, down-to-earth approach, and she is passionate about healing trauma, recognizing strengths, and developing an “I-Can” approach to living with her clients. Please take the time to listen how Cristine expresses the aura of PCS and what truly keeps her inspired. If you would like to read more about her, please visit her bio he…

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Peter Mehit - The Three Times You Need a Business Plan (A2318) 22:32

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Peter Mehit is the COO of Custom Business Planning and Solutions. Today, he will discuss the most important times to have a business plan. Questions Answered: 1) What are the three times you need a business plan?2) Why is it important to focus on your exit early?3) What can people do if they are nearing the time they want to get out of their busine…

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John ”Murph” Murphy - What To Do Before The Buyer Calls (D1618) 22:27

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John "Murph" Murphy, founder of JK Murphy Advisors, specializes in helping business owners be prepared for all kinds of circumstances leading up the sale of a business. So what should an owner have prepared to discuss in case a serious buyer calls? Listen in to find out.By Exit Coach Bill Black