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Acquiring Minds

Will Smith
Acquisition Entrepreneurship
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Buying a business is an amazing path for many successful entrepreneurs. Learn how to buy a business from the entrepreneurs who have already done it. 2x per week: stories, insights, & valuable advice about acquisition entrepreneurship. Hosted by Will Smith, who is on his own path to acquire a business. Also on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@AcquiringMinds Sign up for episode summaries at: https:... more

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• SBA Loans 101 + Program Updates - Jun 12th - bit.ly/3FGQIqB

Sarah Chiles & Matthew Ferguson left careers in VC to buy the only auto repair shop for 35 miles in their native Aspen.

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• SBA Loans 101 + Program Updates - Jun 12th - bit.ly/4jG0FSV

After Evan Stewart found his footing in his printing business, he pushed it from $1.8m to $3.2m EBITDA in under 2 years.

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• How to Outsource Your Search: Understanding Buy-Side Advisory - Jun 5th - bit.ly/43PpR4R

Christine Traylor is bringing entrepreneurial ambition to a business often dismissed as a side gig for retirees

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• How to Outsource Your Search: Understanding Buy-Side Advisory - Jun 5th - bit.ly/44XWwX3

JD Hasley bought an upscale frame shop doing $600k. One year later, he's returned all his equity & grown it to $900k.

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Recent Guests

JD Hasley
Owner of Uptown Frame
Uptown Frame
Episode: How to Grow Revenue 50% in Year 1
Kin Sio
Owner of Lights On Digital, a marketing agency for hotels
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Episode: The Entrepreneur Awakens: Pivoting from Tech to Ownership
Scott Alexander
Owner of Gyrus Marketing, previously worked in various healthcare organizations
Gyrus Marketing
Episode: Rebuilding from 80% Collapse to Mid-7 Figures Revenue
Devin Fitzgerald
Owner of RML Service Group, shares insights on business acquisition and turnaround strategies.
RML Service Group
Episode: Buying $5m of Revenue with $50k of Equity
Lindsay Buckheit
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Episode: How 1 Couple Bought 2 Businesses
Kevin Black
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Episode: How 1 Couple Bought 2 Businesses
Jason Jackson
Co-founder of Futaleufu Partners and former CEO in dental practice management
Futaleufu Partners
Episode: How to Recover from a Fraudulent Seller
David Bridgeforth
Marvin's best friend and business partner
Episode: Turning a $250k Investment into $7m+
Jan Roll
Owner of Victoria Renovations, specializing in residential construction and remodeling
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Episode: 21 Months to Stability Buying a $1.2m SDE Business

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Will Smith
Host of Acquiring Minds, who is on his own path to acquire a business, providing insights and asking compelling questions to guests about acquisition entrepreneurship.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 557 ratings
  • High Quality ETA Content

    There is no one offering high level ETA content like Will. No click bate , just great stories and real searcher experiences to help people learn if they want to make the jump into ETA. This podcast has changed how I view the world. Thank you Will.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guy 2025
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great insight and vision for a roll up

    Podcast Addict
    5
    M4int
    a month ago
  • The Best

    I have been acquiring starting and building companies for 30 years Now looking to have my holdco platform be permanent capital for the family

    Will and his guests and the engaging on point content are simply the best

    And I have read and or listened to most of the top guys

    Keep it going Will and thank you

    M Crow

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hamptons 64
    United States2 months ago
  • Shaugn Lindley is a legend, great episode!

    Shaugn was an SAP legend and is destined to be a legend of the fork lift business. I can’t wait to watch this story unfold.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DawgFather09
    United States3 months ago
  • Great content

    I love that there are successes and failures mixed together with buyers and sellers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ccanuck
    Canada9 months ago

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Some listeners note that the content provides a rare glimpse into the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, making the information not only educational but also inspiring.
The combination of personal anecdotes with professional insights creates a relatable and informative experience for both aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs.
The host's interviewing style, characterized by asking the right questions, has received praise for facilitating deep, meaningful discussions.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling, valuable advice, and actionable strategies depending on personal experiences shared by guests.

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How to Grow Revenue 50% in Year 1
Q: What did you like about this Frame Shop?
JD liked the cash flow potential, the store's strong reputation, and its location in an upscale neighborhood, which he believed would provide a steady clientele.
How to Grow Revenue 50% in Year 1
Q: Start us off, JD, with why did you turn your attention to buying a business in the first place?
JD's journey began during high school, influenced by a family member who owned a business, which sparked his entrepreneurial interest. He pursued a finance degree and gained experience in commercial real estate, ultimately leading him to consider entrepreneurship through acquisition.
Buying $5m of Revenue with $50k of Equity
Q: What advice would you give to someone considering buying a home health business?
You have to understand that businesses are just problem-solving machines.
Buying $5m of Revenue with $50k of Equity
Q: What is your business portfolio look like?
Today we have two home health care agencies, both located in Massachusetts. Our combined revenue is about 5 million.
Rebuilding from 80% Collapse to Mid-7 Figures Revenue
Q: How did the business turnaround look after acquiring it?
It was challenging, especially after COVID hit, but I began reshaping the company's focus towards a specific B2B need in healthcare marketing.

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What is Acquiring Minds about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations focus on the journeys of entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated the complexities of business acquisitions, sharing their insights, challenges, and strategies. Listeners can expect to hear real-life stories detailing the highs and lows of acquiring businesses across various industries, including insights into overcoming obstacles like financial misalignment and operational hurdles post-acquisition. Unique to these discussions is the depth of personal experience shared, as many guests recount not only the tactical aspects of purchases but also the emotional resilience required in the face of setbacks.

The content offers a practical guide for aspiring acquisition entrepreneurs, with a consistent emphasis on the importance... more

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1. Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operating
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3. Built to Sell Radio
4. My First Million
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2. Kin Sio
3. Scott Alexander
4. Devin Fitzgerald
5. Lindsay Buckheit
6. Kevin Black
7. Jason Jackson
8. David Bridgeforth

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