Latest Episodes

April 24, 2025
#438: What a Great CFO Actually Does (And Why Most Owners Have the Wrong Expectations) with Pat Hobby
This episode sets the bar. Pat Hobby, my former business partner, is one of the best CFOs I’ve ever worked with. He’s not just...
01:26:13

April 17, 2025
#437: He Did What Most Business Owners Only Dream About—Rob Dube’s Story
Many owner-operators begin their journey driven by the vision of personal and financial independence, only to find themselves entrenched in the daily operations, unable...
01:14:44

April 10, 2025
#436: Integrating Strategy, Execution, and Financial Clarity with Shannon Susko
Today I'm talking with Shannon Susko, a serial entrepreneur who developed the 3HAG (3-Year Highly Achievable Goal) and Metronomics frameworks. What sets Shannon's approach...
01:12:46

April 03, 2025
#435: The New SBA Playbook for Acquisitions with John Thwing
SBA loans have always been a key tool for financing business acquisitions, but recent changes have opened up new opportunities for both buyers and...
01:35:53

March 27, 2025
#434: Q1 Economic & M&A Update with ITR Economics, ButcherJosheph, & Joe Brown
The economy is shifting fast, and if you’re a middle-market business owner, the moves you make today will define your future—whether that’s navigating capital...
02:12:57

March 20, 2025
#433: Designing Your Future Org Chart: How to Build a Scalable, Owner-Independent Business with Mike Frommelt and Rick Rittmaster
Scaling a business isn’t just about increasing revenue—it’s about building the right leadership team to support that growth. Too often, business owners get stuck...
01:38:37