

David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMB
David C Barnett
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
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
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Jan 22, 2025 • 42min
Cash Vs Terms When Selling Your Business
Discover the tension between cash offers and flexible terms when selling a business. Explore how seller financing impacts risk management and the importance of post-sale oversight. Learn about finding the right buyer who respects your legacy and how cash and terms play a crucial role in successful transactions. This podcast dives deep into the nuances that every seller and buyer should understand before making a deal.

Jan 21, 2025 • 50min
LIVE - Idan Shpizear Get Out Of The Truck Converted
Live Get out of the Truck!
New Livestream guest- Idan Shpizear
I’m happy to have Idan join me on a live broadcast.
He’s the founder of Restoration 911, a franchise system in the flood/fire restoration industry.
Tune in and as we’ll be discussing moving from being a hands-on owner/manager to becoming someone who can spend their time working ‘on’ the business.
This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone who owns a business or will buy one.
Especially if you fill a work role in the business or likely will when you buy.
We’ll help you evolve. I promise.
Learn about my program Build a Business That People will want to Buy at https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com
Find Idan on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/911restoration/
Web https://www.911restoration.com/

Jan 15, 2025 • 16min
How To Value A Business With No Equipment
***New Video Alert!
We all love the tax savings of depreciation.
But what about a small business that owns no equipment?
Does the fact that there is nothing to depreciate affect the value of the business?
That’s what we explore this week.
Check it out right here: https://youtu.be/otRV0SBzpR4
Cheers
See you over on YouTube
David C Barnett
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Do Business with David using these incredible internet links...
- David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com
- Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com
- Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com
- Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com
- Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com
- Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com
- Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com
-Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

Jan 13, 2025 • 1h 5min
LIVE Belinda Rosenblum- Getting Your Pricing Right
Belinda Rosenblum is a pricing and money strategist for entrepreneurs, dedicated to helping them maximize profits. In this conversation, she shares innovative pricing strategies that empower small business owners to enhance their value. Belinda emphasizes the power of storytelling to connect with customers and combat imposter syndrome. She also discusses the importance of aligning pricing with true value and debunks financial myths that hinder profitability. Listeners learn how to effectively price services, manage finances, and establish lasting customer trust.

Jan 8, 2025 • 35min
Easy Small Business Disaster Preparation
***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
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- Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com
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Do Business with David using these incredible internet links...
- David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com
- Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com
- Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com
- Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com
- Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com
- Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com
- Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com
-Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

Jan 6, 2025 • 47min
2025 LIVE Andrew Crapuchettes- Moral Alignment In Employment
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/

Jan 1, 2025 • 27min
2024 David S Popular Videos Of 2024 And Those You Ve Missed
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!

Dec 25, 2024 • 3h 29min
2024 5th Annual Christmas Eve Small Business Special!
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
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Do Business with David using these incredible internet links...
- David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com
- Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com
- Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com
- Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com
- Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com
- Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com
- Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com
-Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

Dec 18, 2024 • 20min
Year End Fix To Easier SMB Management- Chart Of Accounts Renovation
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!

Dec 16, 2024 • 43min
LIVE Jon Ferrara- Essential CRM Needs For Small Businesses To Get SALES
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
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Find Jon Ferrara online at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonvferrara/
Website: https://www.nimble.com/
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- Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com
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Do Business with David using these incredible internet links...
- David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com
- Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com
- Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com
- Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com
- Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com
- Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com
- Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com
-Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com