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Independence by Design™

Independence by Design™ is a framework to help owner-operators get out of the weeds and lead from the boardroom. I built it because I lived this trap. In 2009, I joined my dad in our $21M family business. We turned it around and sold it for eight figures in 2014 — enough to pay off debt, cover taxes, let my dad retire, and leave me with a chunk of cash at 27. But the sale gutted our team, systems, and identity. It looked like a win, but it didn’t feel like freedom. I bawled in the driveway. After

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01:16:07

#426: Understanding Buyers: How Ownership Structures...

Independence by Design™ ·

2025/01/30

Most business owners think a high offer price is the ultimate goal in selling their business—but the truth is, every buyer has their own game plan, and not all offers are created equal. Watch on YouTube In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Jeff Buettner from ButcherJoseph to explore how private equity firms, strategic buyers, and family offices approach acquisitions and structure deals to meet their goals. We break down the nuances of each buyer type,

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01:52:17

#425: Unlocking Business Value: Practical Tools for...

Independence by Design™ ·

2025/01/23

As a business owner, you’ve likely heard terms like EBITDA, working capital, and Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)—but do they feel relevant to your day-to-day decisions? In this episode, I sit down with Ken Sanginario and John Lawlor to demystify these concepts and show how they directly impact your ability to grow, scale, and transition your business. Watch on YouTube We’ll explore how to measure and grow your business’s value using actionable tools, like Ken’s Value

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01:52:17

#425: Unlocking Business Value: Practical Tools for...

Independence by Design™ ·

2025/01/23

As a business owner, you’ve likely heard terms like EBITDA, working capital, and Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)—but do they feel relevant to your day-to-day decisions? In this episode, I sit down with Ken Sanginario and John Lawlor to demystify these concepts and show how they directly impact your ability to grow, scale, and transition your business. Watch on YouTube We’ll explore how to measure and grow your business’s value using actionable tools, like Ken’s Value

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01:40:22

#424: Scaling for Sanity: Jimmy Fritz on Balancing...

Independence by Design™ ·

2025/01/16

Running a business often feels like juggling flaming torches—especially when cash flow, growth, and operations clash with your personal goals. Today, I sit down with Jimmy Fritz, a good friend and second-generation business owner of The Wedding Shoppe and Kennedy Blue, to unpack his journey from being entrenched in daily operations to becoming a true owner-operator. Jimmy’s experience of taking over his family’s wedding business and e-commerce brand is packed with lessons on

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01:40:22

#424: Scaling for Sanity: Jimmy Fritz on Balancing...

Independence by Design™ ·

2025/01/16

Running a business often feels like juggling flaming torches—especially when cash flow, growth, and operations clash with your personal goals. Today, I sit down with Jimmy Fritz, a good friend and second-generation business owner of The Wedding Shoppe and Kennedy Blue, to unpack his journey from being entrenched in daily operations to becoming a true owner-operator. Jimmy’s experience of taking over his family’s wedding business and e-commerce brand is packed with lessons on

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02:07:35

#423: From Financial Confusion to Clarity: Unlocking...

Independence by Design™ ·

2025/01/09

Many business owners struggle to connect their financials to actionable insights and ownership goals. In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Tracy Bech—founder of the 60-Minute CFO and creator of a financial forecasting system that simplifies the three-statement model—to break down the 14 Ownership KPIs that every owner-operator needs to master. Together, we explore how understanding these metrics can transform decision-making, align operations with

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02:07:35

#423: From Financial Confusion to Clarity: Unlocking...

Independence by Design™ ·

2025/01/09

Many business owners struggle to connect their financials to actionable insights and ownership goals. In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Tracy Bech—founder of the 60-Minute CFO and creator of a financial forecasting system that simplifies the three-statement model—to break down the 14 Ownership KPIs that every owner-operator needs to master. Together, we explore how understanding these metrics can transform decision-making, align operations with

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01:05:10

#422: From Operator to Owner: Redefining the CEO Role...

Independence by Design™ ·

2025/01/02

Many business owners wrestle with understanding the CEO’s role and its connection to ownership. In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Joel Trammell—a seasoned entrepreneur who has grown and sold two companies to nine-figure exits—to break down what a CEO truly does, how the role aligns with ownership, and how owners can transition out of day-to-day operations. We explore the strategies and frameworks that enable owner-operators to scale their businesses,

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01:05:10

#422: From Operator to Owner: Redefining the CEO Role...

Independence by Design™ ·

2025/01/02

Many business owners wrestle with understanding the CEO’s role and its connection to ownership. In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Joel Trammell—a seasoned entrepreneur who has grown and sold two companies to nine-figure exits—to break down what a CEO truly does, how the role aligns with ownership, and how owners can transition out of day-to-day operations. We explore the strategies and frameworks that enable owner-operators to scale their businesses,

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00:58:15

#421: Mike Michalowicz: Go All In: Unleash the Power...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/12/26

If you’ve ever read Profit First or The Pumpkin Plan, you know Mike Michalowicz delivers game-changing ideas for entrepreneurs. In this episode, we dive into his newest book, All In, and talk about the systems, frameworks, and mindset shifts you need to build a business that thrives—with or without you in the room. Watch on YouTube Mike and I tackle the biggest concerns owner-operators face: Cash flow chaos: Why Profit First still works and how to implement it to create

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00:58:15

#421: Mike Michalowicz: Go All In: Unleash the Power...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/12/26

If you’ve ever read Profit First or The Pumpkin Plan, you know Mike Michalowicz delivers game-changing ideas for entrepreneurs. In this episode, we dive into his newest book, All In, and talk about the systems, frameworks, and mindset shifts you need to build a business that thrives—with or without you in the room. Watch on YouTube Mike and I tackle the biggest concerns owner-operators face: Cash flow chaos: Why Profit First still works and how to implement it to create

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01:35:55

#420: Closing the Execution Gap: Systematize Your...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/12/19

If you’ve ever wondered how to protect and scale your company’s culture while cutting down on friction, drama, and the “execution gaps” that keep you stuck in the weeds, this episode is for you. I sit down with Bill Mills, founder of The Leadership Process, to dive into the strategies that help owner-operators like you align your team, systematize your culture, and build a business that thrives—whether you’re in the room or not. Watch on YouTube Bill’s framework isn’t about

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01:35:55

#420: Closing the Execution Gap: Systematize Your...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/12/19

If you’ve ever wondered how to protect and scale your company’s culture while cutting down on friction, drama, and the “execution gaps” that keep you stuck in the weeds, this episode is for you. I sit down with Bill Mills, founder of The Leadership Process, to dive into the strategies that help owner-operators like you align your team, systematize your culture, and build a business that thrives—whether you’re in the room or not. Watch on YouTube Bill’s framework isn’t about

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01:08:27

#419: From Hustle to Freedom: How to Build a Business...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/12/12

What happens when the business you thought would set you free starts to feel like a prison? In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Jean Moncreiff, a seasoned entrepreneur turned coach, to unpack the hard lessons he learned scaling businesses, juggling cash flow nightmares, and realizing he was building a job, not independence. Watch on YouTube Jean’s story is packed with insights for owner-operators who feel stuck in the daily grind, questioning if all the

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01:08:27

#419: From Hustle to Freedom: How to Build a Business...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/12/12

What happens when the business you thought would set you free starts to feel like a prison? In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Jean Moncreiff, a seasoned entrepreneur turned coach, to unpack the hard lessons he learned scaling businesses, juggling cash flow nightmares, and realizing he was building a job, not independence. Watch on YouTube Jean’s story is packed with insights for owner-operators who feel stuck in the daily grind, questioning if all the

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01:37:32

#418: Walker Deibel: Buy Then Build, Acquisition...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/12/05

In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Walker Deibel, author of Buy Then Build and founder of Acquisition Lab, to uncover the strategies that turn owner-operators into true business owners. Walker shares his expertise on how to use acquisitions to build wealth and create independence by aligning your business with your long-term personal goals. Watch on YouTube We explore why the private market offers massive opportunities for those who understand the game

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01:37:32

#418: Walker Deibel: Buy Then Build, Acquisition...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/12/05

In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Walker Deibel, author of Buy Then Build and founder of Acquisition Lab, to uncover the strategies that turn owner-operators into true business owners. Walker shares his expertise on how to use acquisitions to build wealth and create independence by aligning your business with your long-term personal goals. We explore why the private market offers massive opportunities for those who understand the game and how

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01:22:29

#417: Mastering Profitability in a Professional...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/11/28

In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Marcel Petitpas, a visionary in operational clarity and profitability for professional services. Marcel's journey as the CEO of Parakeeto has been marked by solving one of the most complex puzzles in professional services—mastering profitability through operational data. We explore his personal story, dive deep into the challenges of scaling service businesses, and uncover practical insights that any owner-operator can

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01:22:29

#417: Mastering Profitability in a Professional...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/11/28

In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Marcel Petitpas, a visionary in operational clarity and profitability for professional services. Marcel's journey as the CEO of Parakeeto has been marked by solving one of the most complex puzzles in professional services—mastering profitability through operational data. We explore his personal story, dive deep into the challenges of scaling service businesses, and uncover practical insights that any owner-operator can

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01:09:37

#416: Behind the Curtain: How Ultra-Wealthy Families...

Independence by Design™ ·

2024/11/21

In this episode of Independence by Design™, I have a fascinating discussion with Brandon Henry, who works closely with billionaires and ultra-high-net-worth families as part of a family office. This conversation is invaluable for owner-operators running middle-market companies, offering a glimpse into the world of sophisticated wealth management and how even the wealthiest families are navigating challenges. Brandon's insights highlight that you don’t need to have everything

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