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The Exit - Presented By Flippa

The Exit - Presented By Flippa
Entrepreneurship
Business Valuation
Flippa
Mergers and Acquisitions
Exit Strategies
Private Equity
Business Exits
Exit Planning
Exit Strategy
Covid-19
Venture Capital
E-Commerce
Valuation
Wealth Management
Womenthink Global
Investment Strategies
Patents
Online Business
Exits
M&A

The Exit - Presented By Flippa: A 30-minute podcast featuring expert entrepreneurs who have been there and done it. The Exit talks to operators who have bought and sold a business. You’ll learn how they did it, why they did it, and get exposure to the world of exits, a world occupied by a small few, but accessible to many. To listen to the podcast or get daily listing updates, click on fli... more

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Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can g... more

Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can g... more

Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can g... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Lidman
Co-founder and CEO at Clyde
Clyde
Episode: The Strategic Exit Playbook: How ThinkTank Became an Accenture Acquisition with Timothy Lidman
Scott Jones
Founder and CEO at Franchise Guide Group
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Episode: Secrets to Building a Franchise that Thrives Without You with Scott Jones
Richard Stroupe
Founder and managing partner at Cape Fear Ventures
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Episode: The $14M Secret to Building a Business That Can Run Without You with Richard Stroupe
Mike Bennett
Managing partner and founder of Crewe Capital
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Episode: The Secret to a Multi-Billion Dollar Exit (And Why You’re Doing It Wrong) with Mike Bennett
CeCe Leung
Founder of Rich & Sassy Wealth Strategies
Rich & Sassy Wealth Strategies
Episode: The Hidden Side of Selling: CeCe Leung on Identity, Wealth, and Life After Exiting
Mike Huey
President of Scalable Sales Solutions
Scalable Sales Solutions
Episode: Founder Led Sales Is Killing Your Exit: How to Build a Scalable, Sellable Business with Mike Huey
Andrew Giancola
Entrepreneur and founder of Master Money
Master Money
Episode: Before You Sell: How to Build a Business Buyers Actually Want with Andrew Giancola
Oz Konar
Founder of Business Lending Blueprint
Business Lending Blueprint
Episode: How Smart Debt Helps You Scale & Exit Your Business with Oz Konar
Mike Brcic
Founder and Chief Explorer at Wayfinders
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Episode: From Burnout to a Turnkey Exit with Mike Brcic

Host

Steve P. Young
Host with Flippa affiliation; frequent lead interviewer and guide through exit-focused conversations.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 442 ratings
  • Real Exit Stories with Practical Takeaways

    If you’re curious about exits or preparing for one, this podcast offers valuable perspective you can learn from.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    treeringdigital
    United States3 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    Raja Skogland's episode was truly illuminating. The depth of knowledge she conveyed about startups and business expansion left a significant impact on me. Raja's acumen in cultivating brands, securing funds, and escalating businesses struck a chord with my own interests. Her career shift from private banking and wealth management to actively aiding startups was particularly inspiring and offered fresh perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patience Patria
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    This podcast episode, "How to Grow from $0 to $9M, Exit, and then Do It All Again with Seth Waite," was filled with valuable perspectives and inspiring stories that any entrepreneur can learn from. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Genevieve0721
    Philippines3 years ago
  • The Exist really sheds light on M&A

    Knowing when to Exit with Arie Trouw episode is astonishing. The growth rate Arie has had is amazing. I also love how he prepared his exit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eddie J. Soto
    United States4 years ago
  • Valuable Content

    Flippa does such a good job covering a variety of topics. The guests offer valuable insight as well. I would recommend this podcast to anyone looking to be inspired and informed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    megan@podcastingyou
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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A few episodes feel surface-level and could dig deeper into the 'why' of sales.
The show consistently delivers great guests with firsthand exit experience.
Valuable perspective on exits and how to prepare for one.
Guests share practical, actionable guidance that's relevant to real-world exits.
Listeners appreciate deep dives into deal structures and valuation nuances.

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#250
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Apple Podcasts
#207
Israel/Technology

Talking Points

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The $14M Secret to Building a Business That Can Run Without You with Richard Stroupe
Q: When is the right time to exit?
Answer varied by circumstance, including internal factors like team needs and personal health, as well as external market conditions; the guest highlighted assessing whether the business can scale with the right relationships and if the market or customer base supports an exit, with private equity offering different timing and terms.
Secrets to Building a Franchise that Thrives Without You with Scott Jones
Q: What distinguishes a good franchise from a great one in terms of transferability and exit potential?
The key factors are robust systems, depth of leadership, documented SOPs, and the ability to run the business without the founder for 90 days; these elements improve predictability of cash flow and attract higher multiples.
Secrets to Building a Franchise that Thrives Without You with Scott Jones
Q: How did you get started in franchising and what has been your career arc?
Scott explains a long involvement in franchising, including owning, operating, and consulting for multiple brands, and his evolution into advising on acquisitions and exits.
From Patents to Profits: Monetizing IP and Building Newsletter Empires with Victor Varnado
Q: What are the best approaches to attract buyers for IP?
He notes that for high-value IP deals, warm introductions and presence at events are more effective than cold outreach. Building relationships, leveraging conventions for vetted contacts, and ensuring a respectable level of credibility and direct relevance to the buyer's interests are key to securing attention and deal momentum.
From Patents to Profits: Monetizing IP and Building Newsletter Empires with Victor Varnado
Q: What constitutes an IP exit compared to a traditional business exit?
Victor explains that IP exits hinge on the value of the IP itself, often supported by a provisional patent to lock in an early date and create a monetizable asset. He describes his own experience with a patent for a disability-access interface in a video game, the negotiations, and how the IP was eventually acquired for stock rather than cash, highlighting the importance of a clear path to full patent protection and the potential for non-dilutive funding from government grants.

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A business-focused series featuring seasoned operators, founders, and investors who have bought, scaled, and sold companies. Episodes center on exits, deal mechanisms, valuation, and practical prep—from tightening financials and documenting processes to choosing favorable terms and timing. Notable throughlines include building sale-ready assets, leveraging creative deal structures, and navigating emotional and strategic shifts post-exit, with frequent emphasis on governance, IP packaging, and due diligence. The format often blends actionable frameworks, real-world war stories, and guidance for listeners aiming to exit on their own terms, across tech-enabled services, franchises, digital assets, and agency-like businesses.

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Recent guests on The Exit include:

1. Tim Lidman
2. Scott Jones
3. Richard Stroupe
4. Mike Bennett
5. CeCe Leung
6. Mike Huey
7. Andrew Giancola
8. Oz Konar

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