
David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMB
I discuss buying, selling, financing and managing small and medium sized businesses either alone or with guests.
I've started, bought, sold and closed businesses.
Author of three best-selling business books; 'Invest Local: a guide to superior investment returns in your own community,' 'Franchise Warnings: What you really need to know before you buy' and 'How To Sell My Own Business: A guide to selling your own business without paying a broker's commission.' all available as well as 5 other books on Amazon or from www.DavidCBarnett.com
Latest episodes

Jun 9, 2023 • 1h 12min
YES Ep 110 When you need more from your small business. Guest Tony.
Tony was excited when he bought his auto detailing business, but he very quickly discovered that its past success isn’t enough to take him where he wants to go. How can he change the business to create the results he needs?
Subscribe to Your Exit Squad video at https://YourExitSquad.com
Audio feed at https://anchor.fm/YourExitSquad
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Business owners, apply to be a guest at https://YourExitSquadGuests.com
Business service professionals, apply to be a Your Exit Squad Partner at https://YourExitSquadPartners.com
Notes:
Learn more about David: https://www.DavidCBarnett.com
Learn more about Mike: https://www.ExitOasis.com
#smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #smb #equity #buyabusiness #investors #sellabusiness #sellmybusiness #exitplanning #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers

Jun 7, 2023 • 20min
Low SDE Businesses
The value in Low SDE businesses.
Having trouble finding a business that makes sense to you?
Maybe you should be hunting for something smaller.
Watch here now: https://youtu.be/Wut1bsBpt90
Learn how to buy a business at https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com
Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com
Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton
Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett
Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com
Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com
If your business is struggling to pay off high interest debts and you need help, check out this program from Bardwell Creative. https://courses.bardwellcreative.com/courses/business-debt-settlement-course?ref=6a30ba Learn more about how you can successfully negotiate your way out of high-cost debts without going to court by watching my interview with Kenny Butler: https://youtube.com/live/-t7W2CVWuy0

Jun 5, 2023 • 34min
LIVE - Communication As A Competitive Advantage With Brenden Kumarasamy
New Livestream guest- Brenden Kumarasamy
https://www.rockstarcommunicator.com/
https://youtube.com/@MasterTalks
I’m happy to have Brenden Kumarasamy join me on a live broadcast.
Brenden Kumarasamy has teaches people how to be more effective at communication and public speaking.
He’s a coach and host of his own YouTube channel.
Tune in and as we’ll be discussing how entrepreneurs, business buyers and others can be more effective at speaking and communication.
This is a ‘must see event’ for everyone who wants to make sure they can’t be replaced by AI!
Thanks to our sponsors:
Mark Willis of Lake Growth Financial Services. Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER.
Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com
If you enjoyed this show and want more great small business content, head over to https://www.SMBPodcastNetwork.com and find more great shows and conversations.

Jun 2, 2023 • 1h
YES Ep 109 When your exit is forced on you. Guest Tracey Starr
Sometimes the small business exit doesn’t go like you hope. Tracy’s story shows how quickly an owner can go from small business bliss, to tragic tale.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceysamlowstarr/
Subscribe to Your Exit Squad video at https://YourExitSquad.com
Audio feed at https://anchor.fm/YourExitSquad
RSS at: https://anchor.fm/s/d91595e4/podcast/rss
Business owners, apply to be a guest at https://YourExitSquadGuests.com
Business service professionals, apply to be a Your Exit Squad Partner at https://YourExitSquadPartners.com
Notes:
Learn more about David: https://www.DavidCBarnett.com
Learn more about Mike: https://www.ExitOasis.com
#smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #smb #equity #buyabusiness #investors #sellabusiness #sellmybusiness #exitplanning #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers

May 31, 2023 • 30min
Story Of Mrs. Wilson
Was Mrs. Wilson a conwoman or just ill?
Tune in today to hear the amazing story of how a bounced cheque helped me save some strangers $100,000 or more.
But, more importantly, how can the story help to protect you from losing money.
Watch here now: https://youtu.be/zS0eDvlzXoY
Learn how to buy a business at https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com
Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com
Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton
Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett
Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com
Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com
If your business is struggling to pay off high interest debts and you need help, check out this program from Bardwell Creative. https://courses.bardwellcreative.com/courses/business-debt-settlement-course?ref=6a30ba Learn more about how you can successfully negotiate your way out of high-cost debts without going to court by watching my interview with Kenny Butler: https://youtube.com/live/-t7W2CVWuy0

May 29, 2023 • 41min
Live - Immigrating To Canada As An Entrepreneur With Evelyn Ackah
New Livestream guest- Evelyn L. Ackah
https://ackahlaw.com/
I’m happy to have Evelyn join me on a live broadcast from her Calgary, Alberta Headquarters.
Evelyn has been practicing law in the area of immigration since 2010 helping people come to Canada and helping Canadians work and live in the US.
Tune in and as we’ll be discussing how people can use entrepreneurship and business acquisition as a way to move legally to Canada.
Thanks to our sponsors:
Mark Willis of Lake Growth Financial Services. Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com
If your business is struggling to pay off high interest debts and you need help, check out this program from Bardwell Creative. https://courses.bardwellcreative.com/courses/business-debt-settlement-course?ref=6a30ba
If you enjoyed this show and want more great small business content, head over to https://www.SMBPodcastNetwork.com and find more great shows and conversations.

May 26, 2023 • 58min
YES Ep 108 Small Changes create dramatic impact in smallbiz. Guests Matt Carle & Dan
Dan’s back (ep 106), and the changes in the business are pretty amazing. How did he go from waiting and hoping to creating the transition he wanted?
https://coachmattcarle.com/
Subscribe to Your Exit Squad video at https://YourExitSquad.com
Audio feed at https://anchor.fm/YourExitSquad
RSS at: https://anchor.fm/s/d91595e4/podcast/rss
Business owners, apply to be a guest at https://YourExitSquadGuests.com
Business service professionals, apply to be a Your Exit Squad Partner at https://YourExitSquadPartners.com
Notes:
Learn more about David: https://www.DavidCBarnett.com
Learn more about Mike: https://www.ExitOasis.com
#smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #smb #equity #buyabusiness #investors #sellabusiness #sellmybusiness #exitplanning #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers

May 26, 2023 • 49min
YES Ep 107 How does an owner learn to let go?- Guest Matt Carle
What does good coaching have to do with running a business well? Matt Carle knows the answer.
Matt Carle is a YES Partner.
https://coachmattcarle.com/
Subscribe to Your Exit Squad video at https://YourExitSquad.com
Audio feed at https://anchor.fm/YourExitSquad
RSS at: https://anchor.fm/s/d91595e4/podcast/rss
Business owners, apply to be a guest at https://YourExitSquadGuests.com
Business service professionals, apply to be a Your Exit Squad Partner at https://YourExitSquadPartners.com
Notes:
Learn more about David: https://www.DavidCBarnett.com
Learn more about Mike: https://www.ExitOasis.com
#smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #smb #equity #buyabusiness #investors #sellabusiness #sellmybusiness #exitplanning #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers

May 26, 2023 • 1h 3min
YES Ep 106 When your start requires someone else's exit. Guest Dan
Dan needs help with a business exit, but not his own. He’s ready to own the family business, but he can’t until his dad and uncle step down. What can he do to help make that happen?
Subscribe to Your Exit Squad video at https://YourExitSquad.com
Audio feed at https://anchor.fm/YourExitSquad
RSS at: https://anchor.fm/s/d91595e4/podcast/rss
Business owners, apply to be a guest at https://YourExitSquadGuests.com
Business service professionals, apply to be a Your Exit Squad Partner at https://YourExitSquadPartners.com
Notes:
Learn more about David: https://www.DavidCBarnett.com
Learn more about Mike: https://www.ExitOasis.com
#smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #smb #equity #buyabusiness #investors #sellabusiness #sellmybusiness #exitplanning #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers

May 24, 2023 • 33min
2023 Audience Survey Results And Winners
Who do you think listens/watches David online?
Earnings, Age, Education…
I cover it all and let you know about the experience and intentions of your fellow viewers.
It’s truly fascinating data.
Watch here now: https://youtu.be/1WBZ1D7sM4E
Learn how to buy a business at https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com
Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com
Join me on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dbarnettmoncton
Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett
Stop missing my new videos. Join my email list here: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com
Build an equity asset that is guaranteed to grow over time, never lose value and give you access to liquidity whenever you need it without having to qualify for credit- EVER. Learn more and sign up for a no-obligation consultation at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com
If your business is struggling to pay off high interest debts and you need help, check out this program from Bardwell Creative. https://courses.bardwellcreative.com/courses/business-debt-settlement-course?ref=6a30ba Learn more about how you can successfully negotiate your way out of high-cost debts without going to court by watching my interview with Kenny Butler: https://youtube.com/live/-t7W2CVWuy0