50/50 Accelerator Podcast

Podcast Summary Renowned entrepreneur Alan Newman, the visionary behind Seventh Generation and Magic Hat Brewery, shares his insights on the compelling intersections of entrepreneurship, retirement, and death. With humor and candidness, Alan challenges traditional end-of-life choices, advocating for innovative alternatives such as body composting. His transformative near-death experience sheds lig...

Podcast Summary Gary Engels, the energetic CEO of MyGig, joins us on the 50-50 Accelerator podcast to share his visionary approach to transforming the gig economy. As gig work becomes a staple, particularly among Gen Z, MyGig is making waves by offering essential business services like health benefits and IT security to 1099 workers. Gary delves into the creation of an affiliate platform designed...

Podcast Summary Unlock the secrets to accelerating your business growth and profitability with insights from our distinguished guest, Carole Mahoney, founder of Unbound Growth. Learn how to refine your pricing strategy, balance passion with profitability, and prepare your business for a seamless exit. Carole reveals her methodologies for assessing pricing effectiveness and shares strategies for se...

Podcast Summary Unlock the secrets to successfully transitioning family-owned businesses with insights from Brad Henderson of the Consistency Edge Leadership Coaching Program. Discover strategies to shift from serving family needs to enhancing enterprise value, ensuring these businesses are sale-ready even without imminent plans to sell. Brad shares a compelling success story of transformation, le...

Podcast Summary Join us on a transformative journey with Matt Mittendorf from VisionPoint Capital as he unravels the mysteries of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) on the 50-50 Accelerator podcast. Discover how these unique plans can maintain a business's legacy while offering financial returns, particularly for companies that might not attract traditional buyers. Matt shares invaluable insig...

Unlock the secrets to building dynamic business partnerships and ethical hiring strategies in our latest episode featuring the insightful Cynthia Kay from CK and Company. Discover the critical elements that make business partnerships thrive, as Cynthia shares her early experiences and the invaluable concept of a "business prenup." Together, we explore why it's essential to align not just on comple...

Unlock the secrets to a successful business transition with Rand Selig from Selig Capital Group. You'll learn how to navigate the intricate world of mergers and acquisitions, ensuring a smooth exit from your company while achieving liquidity. Rand brings to light the emotional and operational challenges business owners face when stepping away from their life's work, sharing his firm's unique appro...

Unlock the secrets to a healthier work-life balance and financial prosperity with insights from Steve Selengut, the mastermind behind the Retirement Income Coach. Discover how to transition from a market value-based investment strategy to an income-focused approach, crucial for those nearing retirement who need to replace their income. Steve reveals how real business owners can slash their working...

Unlock the secrets of building an international marketing powerhouse with Ramsey Sweis, the visionary owner of Aqaba. Learn how Ramsey transformed his solo operation into a thriving business with a global reach, overcoming the hurdles of talent acquisition and adapting to ever-evolving industry standards. We'll explore Ramsey's philosophy of "failing forward," embracing mistakes as learning opport...

Burke Franklin, the brilliant mind behind a thriving software company, graces us with his presence to share a riveting story of business transformation and innovation. Discover the fascinating way Burke transitioned from a team of 30 to running his operations with virtually no in-house staff, all while maintaining efficiency and effectiveness. Gain insight into Burke's strategic shift from traditi...

Dr. Michael Neal, the visionary behind Build My Team, transforms private practice hiring with insights inspired by industry giants like Disney and the Four Seasons. As a former optometrist, Dr. Neal witnessed firsthand the pitfalls of traditional hiring methods plagued by high turnover and deceptive resumes. Join us as he shares his groundbreaking approach, which focuses on evaluating candidates'...