Resources
Ep. 50 — International Business Insider with Nicolas Rivera
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In the landmark 50th episode of "Show Me the Way," Dave takes his listeners on an enlightening journey into the intricate world of business succession planning. This special international edition features...
Pursuing Financial Independence Legally
Achieving financial independence is the most important goal for business owners who want to exit their businesses successfully. The importance of achieving this goal is so great that it may be tempting to take legally nebulous routes to achieving it. Let’s look at a...
Ep. 49 — Navigating the First Acquisition: Insights from Dr. Henry Silvestriz, DC
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave talks with Dr. Henry Silvestriz, Doctor of Chiropractic Services, and President & CEO / Co-Founder of Vinci Holdings, LLC, exploring Henry's journey from his...
Getting Along With Your Advisors
A huge perk of running your own business is getting to do it your way. This can make planning for a successful future challenging for some business owners because they need to be comfortable with giving up control of certain aspects. And if they don’t agree with their...
Ep. 48 — Navigating Funding of Business Deals with Karl Dakin
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave reconnects with Karl Dakin to discuss critical aspects of business funding and deal-making. Karl, an expert in capital strategies for businesses, shares his...
Ep. 47 — Redemption from Bankruptcy and Bad Investors with Randy Hetrick
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Hetrick to uncover the twists and turns of his remarkable journey—from his beginnings in the SEAL Teams to building a fitness empire with TRX, and now...
Ep. 46 — Unlocking Investment Banking for Your Business with Bill Conway
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Bill Conway, Managing Director at RubinBrown Corporate Finance, to sheds light on the intricacies of investment banking, the role it plays in business...
Converting Your Business to a Non-Profit
Converting your business to a non-profit is a valid exit strategy. However, there are important things to consider if you choose this path. Here are a few things you should think about if you’re considering converting your business to a non-profit, using a short...
Ep. 45 — Unveiling M&A Strategies with David Churchman
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with David Churchman, CFO at Midland Industries, to learn from David’s vast experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) from multiple perspectives: as...
Reducing Risks in Risky Businesses
Founding a business is inherently risky. Fortunately, even the riskiest businesses have opportunities to reduce their risks and protect their interests with proper and early planning. Let’s look at a fictional but representative story of how an extremely risky...
Ep. 44 — MAGIK on the Farm with Amber Kivett
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Amber Kivett of Kivett Kinetic Solutions, LLC, to discuss her remarkable journey from a catastrophic accident to becoming a beacon of hope and healing...
Exit Planning Offers Assurance
Running a business is one of the most fulfilling things you’ll likely ever do. Despite the time and money it costs you, you dedicate everything you have to position it to be successful. With all the effort you pour into your business, it’s prudent to dedicate time and...
Ep. 43 — Unearthing the Roots of Success with Ron Keith
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Ron Keith, CEO of Arbor Masters, to discuss the evolution of the tree care industry but also the personal and professional growth of a passionate...
Maximizing Returns on Exits (M&A): What to Expect at (or Near) the Close
Hard Work Deserves Good Planning
A major point of pride for successful business owners is how hard they worked to achieve their success. A common myth is that smaller, less complex businesses aren’t cut out for Exit Planning or that it’s too expensive. But as the backbone of the economy, smaller...
Ep. 42 — From Prison to Franchise Success: The Inspiring Journey of Travis Barnes
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Travis Barnes, the CEO and founder of Journey 333, to discuss his humble beginnings in a FEMA trailer to becoming a successful entrepreneur,...
Expecting the Unexpected
Unexpected events often have bigger risks for business owners than many other people. Family members, employees, and even communities can face devastating consequences due to a business owner’s death or permanent incapacitation. Fortunately, there is a way to mitigate...
Ep. 41 — The Business Continuity Entrepreneur: Insights from Chris Foote
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Chris Foote, Owner of Coronado Fitness Club, and a business continuity entrepreneur who turned his passion for fitness into a thriving venture in the...
Ignorance Isn’t Bliss: Professional Business Valuations
Consider this scenario: A traveler wakes up in a foreign place with three items—the clothes on their back, a map in a language they can’t interpret, and 10 coins. As they begin walking down what they think is a path, a person approaches and says, “I can help you read...
Ep. 40 — The Transformational CPA: Linda Freeman
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Linda Freeman, a transformational CPA. Linda brought a wealth of intricate tax law and strategic expertise to the conversation, as she shared her...