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Acquiring Minds

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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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Dave Gilbert spent 2 years fixing the model and customer concentration of the $750k SDE family business he bought with SBA debt.

Topics in Dave’s interview:

• Leaving tech to buy a white collar business

• Meeting with 120 owners while searching

• B... more

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Taylor Mattingly found high-quality revenue in an unusual and sizable B2C business that he happened to be a customer of.

Topics in Taylor’s interview:

• Being Co-CEO with his best friend

• Buying a business he was a customer of

• Acquiring a busine... more

From the acquisition of a tiny refrigeration business, Linh Tran has built an enterprise that earns millions annually.

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Greg Geronemus bought a highly-profitable travel business at favorable terms, helping to ensure a great return on exit.

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Recent Guests

Dave Gilbert
Owner of Proven, an acquisition entrepreneur with experience in tech and financial services.
Proven
Episode: When a $2.8m Acquisition Is More Like Zero-to-One
Taylor Mattingly
Co-CEO of Energy Ogre
Energy Ogre
Episode: When to Buy a Large Consumer Business
Linh Tran
Owner of Advanced Commercial Group and co-founder of Apex Fund Group
Advanced Commercial Group; Apex Fund Group
Episode: The Dream Outcome: From $300k to $5m EBITDA
Gail Hamilton-Azodo
Entrepreneur and founder of Real Hearing USA
Real Hearing USA
Episode: Buying to $4m Across 7 Sites in 3 Years
Jared Lenner
CEO of Grade Potential Tutoring
Grade Potential Tutoring
Episode: Timing is Everything: Buying a $30m Tutoring Business
Dave Serwitz
Founder and seller of Grade Potential Tutoring
Grade Potential Tutoring
Episode: Timing is Everything: Buying a $30m Tutoring Business
Ania Aliev
CEO of Life Support Systems
Life Support Systems
Episode: Buying a Wide Moat in a Consolidating Industry
Ivona Butcher
Co-CEO at Beire, entrepreneur and MBA graduate.
Beire
Episode: From €4 Million, to Zero, to €12 Million
Ruchik Gandhi
Owner of Window 25, specializing in custom window treatments and upholstery.
Window 25
Episode: Building Trust as New Owner of a $3m Business

Host

Will Smith
Host of Acquiring Minds and an entrepreneur on his own journey to acquire a business. Will facilitates conversations that unpack the complexities and learnings from successful business acquisitions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 645 ratings
  • Must listen for anyone buying a business

    Thanks Will for sharing these stories. There are so many actionable takeaways for acquisition entrepreneurs. Thanks also to the community for sharing these stories highs, the lows and the lessons. This is invaluable stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J--Mar
    Australia2 months ago
  • Brilliant podcast

    Love hearing all the journeys to business ownership - and running the business. Will organises the show in a great way too, so you can learn why the owner made the decisions they did.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kimhollis
    Australia4 months ago
  • Will is out here doing god's work. He's skillfully teaching first time searchers everything from books to read, pitfalls to avoid, tactics to emulate, the whole package. I went to the top business school in the country. But Will and his team are giving anyone who will listen more value, connections, and practical knowledge for free. Take advantage of this ASAP.

    Audible
    5
    James Addison
    United States5 months ago
  • Essential Listening for First Time Business Acquirers

    Will is out here doing god's work. He's skillfully teaching first time searchers everything from books to read, pitfalls to avoid, tactics to emulate, the whole package. I went to the top business school in the country. But Will and his team are giving anyone who will listen more value, connections, and practical knowledge for free. Take advantage of this ASAP.

    Audible
    5
    James Addison
    United States5 months ago
  • 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 States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many reviews highlight the high quality of content and emphasize the practical value of lessons learned in entrepreneurship through acquisition.
There is a consensus that the host, Will Smith, asks insightful questions that resonate with the audience's curiosity and needs.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling format and the actionable insights provided by both the host and guests.

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Talking Points

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When to Buy a Large Consumer Business
Q: Can you tell us about the acquisition?
Taylor explained that the acquisition was a quick process driven by their existing relationships and a high level of trust with the seller.
When to Buy a Large Consumer Business
Q: What did John say to you to persuade you to come search with him?
Taylor highlighted the existing trust and friendship he had with John, making the transition to a partnered search feel comfortable and calculated.
Building Trust as New Owner of a $3m Business
Q: How do you think about your ability to work on versus in this business?
For six months, I got to slow things down a little bit. I got to make sure that I am first comfortable with the business itself, and sustain it before I start thinking about growth levels and things like that.
Building Trust as New Owner of a $3m Business
Q: Ruchik, why should every owner not let his employees know that he's contemplating a sale?
Because they'll start looking around for other jobs and it might create anxiety in them before it's a done deal.
Building Trust as New Owner of a $3m Business
Q: Can you share now some of the numbers around it?
It was in north of 3 million in revenue, and between, say, 15 to 20 percent of SDE.

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The content primarily focuses on acquisition entrepreneurship, showcasing real-life stories from entrepreneurs who have successfully acquired and grown their businesses. Episodes include practical insights into the challenges and triumphs experienced during the acquisition process, providing listeners with strategic advice on how to navigate various industries, from technology to family entertainment and beyond. Regularly featuring guests who share their unique journeys, the program offers a rich tapestry of experiences that emphasize the importance of due diligence, operational efficiency, and the emotional aspects of entrepreneurship. Notably, the podcast likely stands out due to its emphasis on community-driven investment and its explora... more

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1. Think Big, Buy Small
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3. Built to Sell Radio
4. Minds Capital Podcast
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Recent guests on Acquiring Minds include:

1. Dave Gilbert
2. Taylor Mattingly
3. Linh Tran
4. Gail Hamilton-Azodo
5. Jared Lenner
6. Dave Serwitz
7. Ania Aliev
8. Ivona Butcher

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