

The Truth About Small Business Ownership Nobody Talks About
If you’re thinking about buying a small business, quitting your job, or partnering with someone on your next venture, this conversation is a must-listen. It’s honest, raw, and packed with hard-earned insight.
Carley Mitus went from leading strategic programs at GE HealthCare to buying not one, but two small businesses in less than six months. But what looked like a dream move into entrepreneurship quickly became something else: overwhelm, identity crisis, and a whole new version of growth.
In this episode of the Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast, Carly opens up about:
- Why the "passive business ownership" dream is misleading
- How to build a business partnership that doesn't blow up your life
- What happens when your “why” starts to evolve
- How her role at Legacy Investment Group is reshaping her skills and mindset
- Why reinvention isn’t a pivot — it’s part of the process