Wednesday, September 27, 2023

What Multiple of SDE to Pay for the Risk

 


***New Video Alert!

I got a question from an email subscriber asking what multiple of SDE he should pay for a business to justify the risk of leaving his job.

Good question. I think I give a pretty justified response.

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/DArwVgBI3hU 

Cheers

See you over on YouTube

David C Barnett


Monday, September 25, 2023

LIVE - USA E2 Visa via Franchise: Challenges & Opportunities

 


USA E2 Visa via Franchise: Challenges & Opportunities 

New Livestream guest-> Jeremy Bollington

I’m happy to have Jeremy Bollington join me on a live broadcast.

Jeremy Bollington has helped entrepreneurs achieve freedom through franchise ownership.


Tune in and as we’ll be discussing the challenges and opportunities of using a franchise investment to facilitate an E2 visa entry into the United States..

A ‘don’t miss’ event for global entrepreneurs who are considering a move to the USA


Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available.

Set yourself a reminder on YouTube here: https://youtube.com/live/XQqmVBo_QU8 

We’ll be going live Monday September 25, 2023 at 12 Noon Eastern Time, 1:00 PM Atlantic time

See you there!

David C Barnett


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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

 


***New Video Alert!

I invited three other SMB show hosts to come and share stories and answer questions submitted by you.

Ryan Condie – Let’s Buy a Business

Jaryd Krause- Buying Online Businesses

Will Smith- Acquiring Minds

Check out how we answered your questions here: https://youtu.be/Gro7k-CgKFs 

Cheers

See you over on YouTube

David C Barnett


Friday, September 15, 2023

LIVE - Talking to the searchers with guest Alex Bridgeman

 


Talking to the searchers

New Livestream guest-> Alex Bridgeman

I’m happy to have Alex join me on a live broadcast.

Alex is the host of Think Like an Owner podcast and formerly the publisher of The Operator’s Handbook.

Tune in and as we’ll be discussing some of the common themes he’s observed after interviewing hundreds of successful business searchers. 

This is a ‘must see event’ for people who want to buy a business.

Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available.

Set yourself a reminder on YouTube here: https://youtube.com/live/Xh-LqnKEbUs 

We’ll be going live Friday, Sept 15 at Noon Eastern, 1pm Halifax time and 9am Pacific.

See you there!

David C Barnett


Wednesday, September 13, 2023

 


***New Video Alert!

Paul sent in an email asking about some advice he saw about buying businesses in a Dave Ramsay video.

Does Dave know what he’s talking about?

I mean, he said ‘multiply by 4 or 5.’

Let’s listen carefully and analyze this advice…

Watch it quick before Dave gets the video pulled: https://youtu.be/rcOy6xhdXAY

Cheers

See you over on YouTube

David C Barnett

 


Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Buy a Business with its own cash

 


***New Video Alert!

Several people have asked me about claims they see online about using a seller’s own cash as a source for a down payment when buying a business.

Is this possible?

How would it work?

What conditions would be necessary, and could you repeat this over and over?

Let’s examine these claims here: https://youtu.be/5RDZharc_w4 

Cheers

See you over on YouTube

David C Barnett


Wednesday, August 30, 2023

 

***New Video Alert!

I get to see a lot of people’s spreadsheets while they work on deals.

Some are homemade.

Some are templates.

Many have problems.

I tell you what I like to see in an analysis tool and show you the one I use with my students.

Watch here now: https://youtu.be/155FlwJj5tA

Cheers

See you over on YouTube

David C Barnett

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Get Rich Buying Boring Businesses Final

 


***New Video Alert!

My AI video helper has suggested I make a video about getting rich by buying boring businesses.

Should I?

What on Earth makes a business ‘boring?’ and why has this term started to circulate heavily.

I’ll lay out the game plan for you in today’s video.

Watch here now: https://youtu.be/SyDUKm1tufw 

Cheers

See you over on YouTube

David C Barnett

 


Tuesday, August 22, 2023

A great conversation with the host of The 7-Figure Club Jennifer Longmore


The conversation touches on how my teaching skills and ability to explain complex topics make me an effective resource for entrepreneurs. We also emphasize the significance of understanding the terms of a business sale beyond just the price, with a focus on structuring deals that suit both parties.



Monday, August 21, 2023

Live - HoldCo Conf 2023 with John Wilson and Kelcey Lehrich

 


New Livestream guest- Kelcey Lehrich & John Wilson I’m happy to have John and Kelcey join me on a live broadcast. These two guys own multiple companies! How do they do it? Tune in and as we’ll be discussing the challenges of owning multiple businesses and continuing to buy more. There is so much to talk about that they created a conference last year and will be doing it again in September. This is a ‘must see’ conversation for business owners who want to grow into a Holdco, Multi-business owners, Lenders and Investors and Entrepreneurs.

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Buy and Run a business while keeping a job. Can it be done?

 


***New Video Released today…

It may not be as easy as you think to keep both of these things on track.

There are three factors to consider:

Your job and its characteristics.

The business and it’s ability to suck you in to operational issues…

AND- Help.

Watch here now: https://youtu.be/ubAC-SwuJNs 

Cheers

See you over on YouTube

David C Barnett


Monday, August 14, 2023

LIVE- Lisa Forrest shares SBA’s New Rules



Lisa Forrest, Director of SearchFund Lending at Live Oak Bank.

Live Oak is the biggest SBA lender in America.

We will be discussing the much-anticipated new rules.

I’m happy to have Lisa Forrest join me on a live broadcast.

Lisa has over 30 years of experience writing loans under the US Small Business Administration’s (SBA) loan programs.

Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available.

Set yourself a reminder on YouTube or join live here:  https://youtube.com/live/t8QYDM6p98o 

We’ll be going live August 14, 12 Noon Eastern Time and 1 PM Atlantic Time

See you there!

David C Barnett


Wednesday, August 9, 2023

The SMB Buyer Advantage of Face to Face Meetings


Why it makes sense to take the time to get out there and meet sellers in person.

It’s easy to get distracted and miss important non-verbal cues when you’re using video chats.

Here are 9 reasons why it makes sense to take the time to meet face-to-face and some ways to make these meetings more productive.

AND- I’ll tell you about how some of my clients have won the best deals because they laid stronger relationship foundations face-to-face.

Watch here now: https://youtu.be/oaIKIrnQ_ZU 

Cheers

See you over on YouTube

David C Barnett


 

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Zero-Down Guru Sues to Hide the Truth! Clinton Lee RE Jonathan Jay Buy a business with no money

 


You’ve seen the offers and the claims.. can you really learn to consistently buy a business with no money?

Maybe someone, somewhere pulled it off… but the guru who claims to have done it many times and has taught many how may be lying about a lot.

This week, I interview Clinton Lee who got sued in court by Jonathan Jay for pointing out facts that Jay didn’t want revealed.

The bully-tactic backfired and today, Lee is sharing his story with the world and asking for your help to warn others.

Watch the amazing interview here now: https://youtu.be/6Vc3ghgvOAI 

 

We refer to these websites and more…

Clinton’s Linkedin Post referred to in the video: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/clintonleeuk_onepoundcharlie-buyabusiness-carterruck-activity-7089142255961157632-scc1/ 

Buy a Business with No Money (real) info: https://www.investlocalbook.com/p/buy-business-with-no-money.html 

How to deal with the students of these programs as a business seller: http://ukbusinessbrokers.com/how-to-deal-with-1-charlies-from-the-dealacademy/ 

Mike Winnet’s Contrapreneur video: https://youtu.be/vC5cmW8O3L8 

The Nursery World article about Welcome Nurseries (JJ’s bankrupt company): https://www.nurseryworld.co.uk/news/article/welcome-nurseries-debts-estimated-to-top-more-than-3m 

 

Links to do business with me…

Learn how to buy a business in a risk-controlled way that makes sense https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com 

Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com 

Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton 

Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett 

Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com   


Wednesday, July 26, 2023

 


Here’s why owners are outcompeting newbies in the fight to acquire the best businesses.

To buy a business, you need to be able to impress the seller and the banker.

You need the best efforts from the accountant and the lawyer.

You need to be able to get the best performance from employees.

The deck is stacked in favour of owners vs. newbie buyers.

See how…

Watch here now: https://youtu.be/EnXLDD2BQg0 

Learn how to buy a business in a risk-controlled way that makes sense https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com 

Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com 

Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton 

Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett 

Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com   

Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com 

 


Monday, July 24, 2023

LIVE - Fractional Sales, Roll Ups and Machine Shops (Equipment intensive businesses)

 


New Livestream guest- Eric J Gall, Broker at Edison Business Advisors

I’m happy to have Eric join me on a live broadcast. He has corporate experience managing small business spin-outs from big companies and has transitioned into the business brokerage and M&A industry.

Tune in and as we’ll be discussing his experience with corporate sellers, and, in particular the challenges of businesses with a lot of equipment value.

This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone who might want to buy a piece of a large company when the opportunity arises or someone who is into ‘big iron.’

Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available.

We’ll be going live Monday July 24, 2023 at 12 Noon Eastern Time and 1 PM Atlantic Time See you there!

 

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Reasons to Love Seasonal Businesses

 

Winter’s in Brazil are just the beginning.

Seasonal businesses get a bad rap.

Let me show you how dealing with the issues of these businesses can actually make you a better businessperson. 

Watch here now: https://youtu.be/XgO6UHJ4yKc 

Learn to make better cash flow forecasts: https://www.BizPlanSchool.com

Learn to make better systems in your business: https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com 

Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com 

Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton 

Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett 

Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com   

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

When and how to pull the plug.

 


The next chapter is waiting for you.

You’ve tried everything and now your heart and soul just aren’t in it anymore…

Here’s the plan on how to make and execute an ‘Out of Business Plan.’

Watch here now: https://youtu.be/hBnzdXwKQLk 

Other videos I mention:

Bankruptcy Trustee Doug Hoyes interviewed: https://youtube.com/live/wkxkvNrod0c?feature=share 

Debt negotiation with Kenny Butler: https://youtube.com/live/-t7W2CVWuy0?feature=share 

Learn how to buy a business at https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com 

Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com 

Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton 

Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett 

Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com   

Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com 


Monday, July 10, 2023

Live - Change and Hiring in today’s economy

 


New Livestream guest-> Greg Griesemer

I’m happy to have Greg join me on a live broadcast.

Greg has spent over 20 years in the recruitment and retention business.

He knows how to find the right employees who will be a great and lasting fit into an organization.

Tune in and as we’ll be discussing trends in hiring and retention and how smaller companies can compete with big business in this new world of hybrid work environments.

This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone who’s going to be hiring now or in the future.

Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available.

Set yourself a reminder on YouTube here: https://youtube.com/live/S3sshDtQXYw 

We’ll be going live July 10, 2023 at 12 Noon Eastern Time and 1:00 PM Atlantic TIme

See you there!

David C Barnett


Thanks to our sponsors:

Mark Willis of Lake Growth Financial Services. Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com 

If your business is struggling to pay off high interest debts and you need help, check out this program from Bardwell Creative. https://courses.bardwellcreative.com/courses/business-debt-settlement-course?ref=6a30ba

If you enjoyed this show and want more great small business content, head over to https://www.SMBPodcastNetwork.com and find more great shows and conversations.