

99% of Businesses Fail Over a Long Enough Time Horizon | Ep 663
67 snips Jan 25, 2024
Discover the crucial shift from being an employee to a genuine business owner and the misconceptions that come with it. Learn how to make your business a sellable asset by focusing on leadership and strategic hiring. Alex emphasizes the importance of creating operational independence and the value of high-quality talent. He also shares insights into the continuous learning process necessary for scaling a business. This episode unpacks how to elevate your entrepreneurial journey from mere survival to significant profitability.
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Worthless Businesses
- Most businesses are worthless because they are jobs disguised as businesses.
- They lack the systems and structures to operate independently of the owner.
Self-Employed vs. Business Owner
- Many self-employed individuals with LLCs mistakenly believe they are business owners.
- True business ownership requires the business to function without the owner's direct involvement.
Building a Sellable Business
- Build a business that can operate without you.
- Prove to potential buyers that the business can thrive independently.