***New Video Alert! Small business owners are busy. Who has time to create and implement a disaster recovery plan? This week, I’ll show you how to make one with very little time and effort and how you can help to rebuild the tourist economy of western North Carolina. Check it out right here: https://youtu.be/xt8yVRKWYIw Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett

Moral alignment in employment? New Livestream guest- Andrew Crapuchettes I’m happy to have Andrew join me on a live broadcast. He’s got a long career in the corporate world and in hiring and employment. He has not liked what’s been going on out there and instead of complaining, he did something about it. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing the alignment of values between organizations and their employees. There are no public vs. private lives anymore. Or are there? This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone who needs to hire or might be looking for a new job in 2025. Find Andrew on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/acrapuchettes/ or his company here: https://www.redballoon.work/ For each new enrollment to Business Buyer Advantage: Online Training in January, I'll be donating $150 to the Rebuild Black Mountain initiative to help the small business tourist economy of Western North Carolina recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Learn more here: https://www.rebuildblackmountain.org/

Dive into a curated playlist of impactful videos from 2024, featuring essential lessons on profit splits and exit planning. Discover the difference between commercialized content and authentic discussions in business podcasting. Gain insights into selecting industries for acquisitions, along with the risks of quick business deals. Plus, uncover valuable resources and financial strategies for managing small businesses. This engaging lineup is packed with tips to enhance your entrepreneurial journey!

It’s that time of year again. I hit the airwaves with my 5th annual Christmas Eve Special! This year, we’ve got all sorts of fun small business Elves stopping in to say hello. Mike Finger- Exit readiness coach and master of the ExitOasis.com blog site. https://exitoasis.com/ Rocky Lalvani- Fractional CFO to growing businesses everywhere and host of the Profit Answer Man podcast. https://profitcomesfirst.com/podcasts/ Neal Isaacs- Raleigh NC business broker and Host of the Raleigh Business Broker YouTube channel. https://www.ibba.org/insights/ Loren Feldman- Renowned small business journalist and host of the 21 Hats Podcast. https://21hats.com/podcasts/ Jaci Russo- Marketing Maven, Small Business Booster and Co-host of the ‘He said, she said small business marketing podcast. https://jacirusso.com/ Marc Mawhinney- Tarzan of the Coaching Jungle Facebook group and host of the Natural Born Coaches podcast. https://www.naturalborncoaches.com/ Cheers David C Barnett

Struggling with your chart of accounts? Discover how a well-organized financial structure can elevate your business management. As the fiscal year wraps up, learn the importance of incorporating detailed financial statements into your decision-making. Real-world examples demonstrate how refined records can boost efficiency and prepare you for future sales. It's the perfect time to revamp your financial strategy before the new year!

Essential CRMs to help small businesses get SALES!! New Livestream guest- Jon Ferrara, CEO of Nimble I’m happy to have Jon join me on a live broadcast. He has decades of experience in sales, sales management and creating systems to make sales happen more effectively. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing what kinds of features you really need in a customer relationship management system (CRM) and what features are promoted as important, but nobody really uses. This is a ‘must see event’ for any business owner who lacks the insight into what’s happening with their sales efforts. Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available. We’ll be going live Monday December 16, 2024 at 1PM Atlantic Time and 12 Noon Eastern Time See you there! David C Barnett ---- Find Jon Ferrara online at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonvferrara/ Website: https://www.nimble.com/

Landlord Issues When Buying Or Selling A Business by David C Barnett

What the heck is Ethical Franchising? Why does this term need to exist? New Livestream guest- Giuseppe Grammatico I’m happy to have Giuseppe back on the show to join me on a live broadcast. Giuseppe has been helping people choose the right new franchise opportunity for years. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing Ethical Franchising. What the heck is it? Why does such a term need to exist? What does unethical franchising look like? This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone who may consider getting into a franchised business. Find Giuseppe online at https://ggthefranchiseguide.com/ Find my interview with Megan about Beefaroos here: https://www.youtube.com/live/kYp3DqRNqyM?si=VvrRd8AGLK6Wrq6C P.S. don’t forget… I wrote a book on the dangers of the franchise business model. Franchise Warnings is available from my blog site and from Amazon stores worldwide. https://www.DCBBookList.com

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The discussion centers on how much capital is really needed to purchase a business. Key financial metrics like seller's discretionary earnings and down payment percentages are examined. It emphasizes the importance of being financially prepared, especially when acquiring lower middle market businesses. A new training module on raising private capital is introduced, illustrating unique strategies for navigating business acquisitions in the Main Street market. Insights from hundreds of past clients offer practical advice for aspiring business buyers.