David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMB

In this engaging discussion, Joe, a poised potential business buyer, seeks guidance from David, a seasoned expert in business acquisitions. They tackle the absurdity of sellers demanding 10X cash flow, exploring negotiation strategies to align expectations. Topics include the intricacies of valuing businesses in the event production industry, the pitfalls of emotional pricing, and the tactical importance of cash flow assessments. David provides actionable insights on reducing financial risk while navigating the choppy waters of business purchases.

***New Video Alert! Part 4 of the ‘Get into Business 101’ summer series. Today, we’re talking about your search plan. People have a hard time considering how you go out and buy something that ‘isn’t for sale.’ Easy. It’s a sales exercise. Also, even if you want to start a business, you don’t want to miss this step and I’ll tell you why. Check out this week’s video: https://youtu.be/YS7gW0qk_P8 Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett *** 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 - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, https://www.DavidCBarnettList.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

Growing a new franchise Brand. The challenges and opportunities in something new. New Livestream guest- Megan Rosen- Beef-a-Roo. I’m happy to have Megan join me on a live broadcast. She’s has years of experience in the realm of franchise development. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing the growing challenges and pains of starting a new franchise brand. In this case, a mid-western, mid-market sit down dining experience called Beef-a-Roo. They have a milkshake subscription! This is a ‘must see event’ for people thinking about franchise opportunities or making their business into a franchise. Walk through video of the 'container location' https://youtu.be/XL6_p5a9lHo?si=g4h9BQqEo0ULEock Find Megan on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-rosen-cfe-b3929354/ Find Beef-a-roo's here: https://beefaroo.com/

HC#007 Harry wants Uncle Sam as a customer. In this call, he and I discuss an opportunity for a temporary staffing agency that sells to a few government departments. What are the risks? What pricing makes sense? What if those contracts don’t renew? Gulp! 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 - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, https://www.DavidCBarnettList.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

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***New Video Alert! Part 3 of the ‘Get into Business 101’ summer series. Today, we’re talking team members. This is something you do before you get into business. I’ll explain the experts and the not-so-experts that you need to find in your community and online. Check out this week’s video: https://youtu.be/hA75uMo3cNw Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett *** 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 - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, https://www.DavidCBarnettList.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

X-Ray the personality of someone before you hire them! New Livestream guest- Fletcher Wimbush I’m happy to have Fletcher join me on a live broadcast. He’s got over a decade of experience in hiring and talent acquisition and evaluation. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing DISC assessments in the hiring process and how to properly use them. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone who will need to grow their team in the future. Find Fletcher on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fletcher-wimbush/ https://www.discovered.ai

HC#006 Jim is a smart computer guy. He and his buddies have the skills to take a SaaS business to the next level. Just one thing- they won’t sign personal guarantees on loans. So, what is the plan or a workable strategy to try and raise millions of dollars to buy a business without going to a banker? In this talk, we discuss crafting securities, thinking about the investors as a market and the relationship between the buyer, investor and the seller in a crafty non-bank deal. If you're interested in working with Jim and his team, contact him at https://bluesagedata.com/ 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 - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, https://www.DavidCBarnettList.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

***New Video Alert! Part 2 of the ‘Get into Business 101’ summer series. Today, we’re talking resources. Understanding what you’re working with will inform your options. Money Debts Personal Assets Skills and Experience. Check out this week’s video: https://youtu.be/8_IiRwZ0bOo Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett *** 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 - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, https://www.DavidCBarnettList.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

Business Seller’s Journeys with Business Brokers New Livestream guest- Neal Isaacs I’m happy to have Neal join me on a live broadcast. Neal has sold dozens of businesses in his role as a business broker with VR Business Brokers in Raleigh, NC. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing what ideally a broker should be telling/showing/helping sellers with and we’ll hear some of his stories from the trenches. In particular, I’m going to ask Neal about how, as a broker, he views his inventory of businesses for sale. Find Neal online at https://vrbiztriangle.com/ On YouTube @RaleighBusinessBroker https://www.youtube.com/@RaleighBusinessBroker