Rephonic
Artwork for Acquiring Minds

Acquiring Minds

Will Smith
Acquisition Entrepreneurship
Covid-19
Entrepreneurship
Transtech
Cemetery Services
CDL Schools
Franchises
Search Funds
Trucking Industry
Financial Modeling
Trade Schools
Vocational Training
Business Ownership
Small Business Growth
SBA Financing
Business Acquisition
SBA Loans
HVAC
Flavor-Crisp
Rock Paper Shears

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

PublishesDailyEpisodes400Founded4 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
BusinessInvestingEntrepreneurship

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Acquiring Minds

Latest Episodes

Undeterred by self doubt, Danyelle Nys bought a $400k SDE business at a fantastic price. She's grown it 25% in year one.

Topics in Danyelle’s interview:

• Working in her family’s asphalt business

• Learning about ETA from a masterclass

• Hiring a c... more

When his deal died the first time, Kyle Poll was devastated. But then it came back around, larger and more interesting.

Topics in Kyle’s interview:

• Skills he learned on his 2-year Mormon mission

• Growing Gympass from $10m to $100m

• Aiming for h... more

YouTube

Brian Seeling sought a blue-collar business with a good manager in place. He found exactly that — with $2.6m in revenue.

Register for the webinar: 

• Tactical EQ to Win Over Sellers and Brokers - TODAY! - bit.ly/46MlUhC

Topics in Brian’s i... more

YouTube

Nick Keegan owned a struggling software business doing just €1m/yr until an acquisition put it on the path to 9 figures.

Register for the webinars: 

• How PACT Simplifies Investor Deals Using SBA - TOMORROW! - bit.ly/42jGpB2

• Tactical EQ t... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operating
Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operatingBill D'Alessandro, Mills Snell, Heather Endresen, and Michael Girdley
Think Big, Buy Small
Think Big, Buy SmallHarvard Business School
Built to Sell Radio
Built to Sell RadioJohn Warrillow
Minds Capital Podcast
Minds Capital PodcastWill Smith & Niklas James
My First Million
My First MillionHubspot Media

Recent Guests

Athena Simpson
Founder of Aquamatch and speaker in a webinar series
Aquamatch
Episode: Trades Over Tech: Buying an Appliance Repair Business
Nick Keegan
Founder of Mail Metrics
Mail Metrics
Episode: Acquisition Unlock: €210m in 5 Years
James Bohannon
Senior Vice President at Belzberg & Co and expert on family offices
Belzberg & Co
Episode: Family Offices for Searchers: A Primer
Bill Barlow
Attorney discussing employee issues and non-competes
Episode: So Much Fun: The Buyer of Choice in a Fragmented Industry
James David Williams
Attorney discussing employee issues and non-competes
Episode: So Much Fun: The Buyer of Choice in a Fragmented Industry
Andy Rougeau
Presenter of a webinar on liquidity options for search investors
Episode: So Much Fun: The Buyer of Choice in a Fragmented Industry
Jerod Pierce
Owner of Olympic Holdings Investments, successful entrepreneur with a background in private equity.
Olympic Holdings Investments
Episode: From SBA Loan to High 8-Figure Exit
Doug Lepisto
Co-founder of Sleeping Giant Capital and a professor at Western Michigan University
Sleeping Giant Capital
Episode: The Flywheel of Buying Businesses in a Single Region
Jeremy Hunka
Owner of Summit Cabinet Coatings
Summit Cabinet Coatings
Episode: Hiring a CEO to Run Things (and Get Life Back)

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 632 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
    Australia23 days 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
    Australia3 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 States4 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 States4 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 States5 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.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Acquisition Unlock: €210m in 5 Years
Q: What were some takeaways from your journey?
The importance of resilience, backing yourself, and not being afraid to enter spaces where you feel unqualified.
Founder Mode for ETA: $6m to $25m in 3 Years
Q: What are your long-term aspirations for J. Blanton's?
To build a billion-dollar company through continuous growth in the plumbing and HVAC sectors.
Founder Mode for ETA: $6m to $25m in 3 Years
Q: Describe the kind of typical owner in home services and how you're not that.
Aizik explains that typical owners are older and often operate smaller businesses, while he brings the energy of a younger founder and aims for larger scale.
Deciding to Exit After 2 Years of Ownership
Q: What about being a small business owner or business owner builder is so worthy of the admiration of teenagers?
It showcases a willingness to take risks and pursue big dreams, demonstrating to them that it's possible to achieve great things.
The Flywheel of Buying Businesses in a Single Region
Q: What makes the economic model of Sleeping Giant different from traditional private equity?
We focus on delivering financial returns while ensuring long-term relationships and community impact without sacrificing investor return expectations.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Acquiring Minds

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

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

Where can I find podcast stats for Acquiring Minds?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Acquiring Minds. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Acquiring Minds and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Acquiring Minds get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Acquiring Minds, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Acquiring Minds?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Acquiring Minds, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Acquiring Minds have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Acquiring Minds has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Acquiring Minds?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Acquiring Minds:

1. Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operating
2. Think Big, Buy Small
3. Built to Sell Radio
4. Minds Capital Podcast
5. My First Million

How many episodes of Acquiring Minds are there?

Acquiring Minds launched 4 years ago and published 400 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Acquiring Minds?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Acquiring Minds?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Acquiring Minds from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Acquiring Minds?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Acquiring Minds. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Acquiring Minds?

Recent guests on Acquiring Minds include:

1. Athena Simpson
2. Nick Keegan
3. James Bohannon
4. Bill Barlow
5. James David Williams
6. Andy Rougeau
7. Jerod Pierce
8. Doug Lepisto

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days