Dustin sits down with Dolores Hirschmann, a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and business strategist, to unpack the ultimate exit strategy—whether you’re planning to sell your business or just want to scale without being trapped in the daily grind. Dolores shares how to turn your expertise into a sellable asset, why documenting your IP is the smartest move you’re not making, and how podcast guesting can position you for growth and attract the right buyers. This isn’t just theory—it’s real-world strategy from someone who’s done it at the highest level, including scaling and selling a company to Pete Vargas and Grant Cardone. If you’ve ever wondered how to build a business that thrives beyond you, this episode is a must-listen.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - When the Chills Kicked In
00:00:21 - Preparing to Exit (Even If You Never Do)
00:00:43 - Why You Need the Pod Profit Summit
00:01:58 - From TEDx to 8-Figure Exits
00:03:03 - Turning Your Business into a Sellable Asset
00:07:00 - The $1,000,000 Secret Hiding in Your Head
00:09:45 - Why Your Business Can’t Survive Without Documentation
00:12:30 - The Fear of Delegation (And How to Beat It)
00:15:15 - Your Ideas Are Worth More Than You Think
00:18:58 - Podcasting: The Shortcut to Authority & Deals
00:22:45 - Podcast Guesting: Your Fastest Path to Influence
00:30:15 - What’s Next? Your Move

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