By Design Advisors: The Way To Value Podcast
Your guide to discover what’s next! We help business owners create a roadmap for what’s next while navigating the challenges of growing your business or planning for an exit.
Your guide to discover what’s next! We help business owners create a roadmap for what’s next while navigating the challenges of growing your business or planning for an exit.
Episodes
Episodes


Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
How to Buy & Scale a Business Like a Pro!
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Thinking of #buyingabusiness? Here’s What You NEED to Know! In this episode of the By Design Podcast, we chat with entrepreneur Corey Sanders, who has successfully #acquired and #scaled multiple businesses across different industries. From car washes to printing businesses to recruiting firms, Corey shares the real lessons behind buying, improving, and #growingabusiness the right way.If you’ve ever wondered how to find the right business to buy, what to look for in due diligence, or how to transition #leadership effectively, this episode is packed with game-changing insights!🔎 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔️ How to Find a Business to Buy – Where the best deals come from✔️ Green Flags & Red Flags in Business Acquisitions✔️ How to Build & Motivate a Winning Team After Acquisition✔️ The Biggest Mistakes Owners Make When Selling a Business✔️ Why 75% of Business Owners Regret Selling & How to Avoid It✔️ Exit Planning: What Every Seller Should Know📌 Resources & Links:📞 Visit By Design Advisors or connect with us on LinkedIn to start planning your exit today.👉 Connect with Corey Sanders on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-sanders-075a2b15a👉 Learn more about Elevate Talent Solutions: https://www.elevategvl.com/Website: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-ushttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more expert insights! 🚀#BusinessGrowth #BuyingABusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAcquisition #ExitPlanning #ByDesignPodcast #CoreySanders #ScalingABusiness #Leadership #Investing #SmallBusinessSuccess


Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Thinking of Selling Your Business? Here’s What You NEED to Know! 💼In this episode of the By Design Podcast, we sit down with M&A expert Shay Houser to reveal the biggest mistakes business owners make when preparing to sell their company. Whether you’re considering an exit strategy, seeking investment, or just want to understand the M&A process, this conversation is packed with insider knowledge from someone who has acquired over 20+ companies and invested in high-growth businesses.🔎 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔️ The #1 mistake business owners make when selling their company✔️ How to prepare your business for a smooth M&A process✔️ What investors really look for before making an offer✔️ How to avoid LOI pitfalls that can cost you millions✔️ The key red & green flags buyers watch for✔️ Why exit planning MUST start early📌 Resources & Links:👉 Connect with Shay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaler-houser-801187👉 Take Your Free DISC Personality Assessment: https://profiles.innermetrix.com/VO/8fcbb4b0/enWebsite: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-usDale's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/Marty's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/Tom's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more expert insights! 🚀#BusinessGrowth #MergersAndAcquisitions #ExitPlanning #Entrepreneurship #ByDesignPodcast #StartupSuccess #Investing #BusinessMistakes #ShayHouser


Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
The 5 Biggest Mistakes Business Owners Make When Exiting Their Business
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
In this episode of By Design, we uncover the 5 biggest mistakes business owners make when exiting their business—and how you can avoid them. Whether you’re considering selling now or in the future, these insights are critical to ensuring a smooth, profitable transition.We’ll explore:1️⃣ The importance of a strategic exit plan.2️⃣ Why over-reliance on the owner can derail deals.3️⃣ Misconceptions about business valuations.4️⃣ The need for a post-exit financial and personal plan.5️⃣ How to handle the complexity and costs of the exit process.Don’t let these common mistakes hold you back. Tune in to learn how to exit your business successfully—by design, not by chance!Website: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-ushttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/


Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Unlocking the 4 C’s of Business Success: 80% of Value Hidden in These Keys!
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
In this episode of By Design, we dive deep into the "4 C’s" of business success: Human Capital, Customer Capital, Structural Capital, and Social Capital. Discover how 80% of a company's value lies beyond the balance sheet and in these critical areas.We discuss:Why structural processes like payroll and CRM systems are foundational but not game-changers.The importance of diverse client portfolios and avoiding over-dependence on key relationships.How your brand and reputation shape social capital.Why people are the ultimate competitive advantage and how leadership impacts company growth.If you're looking to enhance your business’s value, this is a must-watch! 🎯📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights on building businesses by design, not by chance.Website: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-ushttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/


Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Introducing By Design Advisors: Helping Business Owners Discover What’s Next
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
What’s next for your business? At By Design Advisors, we specialize in helping business owners answer this critical question. Whether you’re growing, transitioning, or planning an exit, our proven framework ensures you’re intentional every step of the way.In this episode, we discuss:✅ Why intentionality is the key to success.✅ How to build a roadmap by identifying where you are and where you want to go.✅ Why 80% of businesses don’t sell—and how you can avoid being part of that statistic.✅ The importance of human, client, structural, and social capital in driving value.Let us be your guide to navigating business challenges and achieving your goals by design, not by chance.Visit By Design Advisors to learn more or schedule a meaningful conversation today!Website: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-ushttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/



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