David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMB

- Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www. DavidCBarnettList.com Can Charity-Owned Businesses Outperform Private Companies? New guest – Nikita Gossain and Brad West In this special discussion, I’m joined by attorney Brad West and acquisition entrepreneur Nikita Gossain to explore an innovative business ownership model that challenges conventional thinking. Tune in as we discus...

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Thinking about selling your small business? The best time to prepare is long before you list it for sale. In this video, I answer the top questions business owners ask about selling a business, including how to value a business, when to start exit planning, seller financing, business valuation, goodwill, confidentiality, due diligence, transition planning, and choosing the right buyer. You'll also...

- Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www. DavidCBarnettList.com In this "best-of" interview, I sit down with HR and change management expert Greg Griesmer to discuss what business buyers and owners often overlook when acquiring and growing companies. We explore change management, company culture, hiring strategies, employee retention, HR due diligence during acquisitions, rem...

- Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www. DavidCBarnettList.com **** One bad business acquisition can cost far more than money. In this video, I share the real story of an IT professional who bought a franchise business without the right deal training, missed critical due diligence red flags, and ended up t...

- Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www. DavidCBarnettList.com In this "best-of" interview, I sit down with Nunzio Presta, founder of BuyAndSellABusiness.com, to discuss what ten years of marketplace data reveals about business buyers, sellers, valuations, and deal activity. We explore how asking prices compare to actual selling prices, why some businesses sell above asking...

- Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www. DavidCBarnettList.com **** Many entrepreneurs assume that a recurring revenue business guarantees steady cash flow, assuming it is the most secure entry into small business ownership. In this video, I break down 10 risks that can hide inside recurring revenue busine...

- Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or news, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www. DavidCBarnettList.com In this 'best-of' interview, I sit down with Lisa Forrest of Live Oak Bank, one of the most experienced SBA lending experts in the industry. We discuss how SBA loans work for business acquisitions, what lenders look for in borrowers, common financing mistakes, working capi...

- Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www. DavidCBarnettList.com **** Spend a few minutes on social media and you'll hear it: "Just buy a business and hire a manager." It sounds simple. But the reality of business ownership is very different. In this video, I explain why managers still need supervision, why...

Can better HR practices actually make your business more valuable? New Livestream guest – Kelly Price I’m happy to have Kelly join me on a live broadcast. Kelly helps small and medium-sized businesses use HR strategically to improve operations, reduce risk, support growth, and increase business value. Tune in as we discuss the HR issues many business owners overlook, how poor people management can...

**New Video Alert! Many people think they understand business cash flow. Then they buy a business and discover they forgot one critical expense. Depreciation. In this video, I explain why depreciation and capital expenditures are some of the most important concepts in business acquisition, and why ignoring them can lead to disappointing returns and expensive surprises. Watch the video here: https:...

Can government contracts help you grow your business and increase its value? I’m happy to have Melinda join me on a live broadcast. Melinda helps business owners use government contracting as a strategic growth tool. Rather than chasing random opportunities, she helps companies identify the right contracts, build sustainable sales pipelines, and create long-term value. Tune in as we discuss how go...

**New Video Alert! There was a time when information was difficult to find and incredibly valuable. Today, AI can generate training materials, lesson plans, procedures, and content in minutes. So what does that mean for businesses that claim their value comes from intellectual property? In this video, I explain why buyers need to separate information from execution and focus on what actually creat...

Cash flow Forecasting Program Discount code- Until end of May 2026 https://dbarnett.gumroad.com/l/smallbizforecasting/CashFlow2YTPromo **** Do interest rates, recessions, and economic headlines really matter when buying or selling a small business? New guest – Mike Finger from ExitOasis.com I’m happy to have Mike join me for an important discussion about the difference between economic headlines a...

**New Video Alert! What do you do when business slows down and the phone stops ringing? In this video, I explain a simple strategy called “Shake the Tree” — a relationship-driven way to reconnect with people, generate referrals, and create opportunities without sounding pushy. It’s simple, practical, and still works incredibly well. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/MQP53EWuCFY Cheers See you...

When Should You Exit a Business? Sell, Close or Walk Away How do you know when it’s time to exit a business? In this special roundtable discussion, we talk about one of the toughest decisions business owners face — when to sell, shut down, or move on. Joining me are: *Rocky Lalvani – Profit Answer Man Podcast *Giuseppe Grammatico – Franchise Freedom Podcast *Henry Lopez – The How of Business Podca...

**New Video Alert! Over the years, I’ve answered thousands of questions about buying businesses. So I decided to compile the most common ones into a single resource. In this video, I walk through the top 40 questions people ask about buying a business — including financing, valuation, due diligence, seller financing, and avoiding bad deals. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/sAppFl2SN-Q Cheers...

Better Cash Flow Management for Small Business Owners Why do so many small businesses struggle with cash flow — even when sales are strong? In this special roundtable discussion, I sit down with experienced business owners and advisors to discuss the realities of managing cash flow in a small business. We explore common mistakes business owners make, how to improve financial discipline, and practi...

Neuroscience News Article: https://neurosciencenews.com/ai-dunning-kruger-trap-29869/ *** **New Video Alert! AI tools are incredibly useful for business analysis… But they can also make people dangerously overconfident. In this video, I explain how I actually use AI when analyzing businesses, what these tools are genuinely good at, and the risks people need to understand before trusting them too m...

Start, Buy, or Franchise? Best Way to Get Into Business What’s the best way to get into business — start from scratch, buy an existing business, or open a franchise? In this special episode, I sit down with three experienced small business experts to discuss the different paths entrepreneurs can take when entering the world of business ownership. Joining me are: Rocky Lalvani – Profit Answer Man P...

**New Video Alert! Most people think buying a business is straightforward… Find a deal, get financing, close, and you’re done. But real deals don’t work that way. In this video, I walk through 3 real acquisitions and what actually happened — including delays , surprises, and the lessons you can use in your own search. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/VilH5y_hlus Cheers See you over on YouTub...

What makes more sense for business expansion — entering a new market or growing market share? New Livestream guest – Gary Kunkle I’m happy to have Gary join me on a live broadcast. Gary is a business advisor and researcher who has spent years studying how companies grow, where they go wrong, and what actually drives profitable expansion. Tune in as we discuss the critical decision business owners...

Most business buyers make the same costly mistakes… They waste time on bad deals, get ignored by brokers, and sometimes overpay without realizing it. In this video, I break down 4 practical tools that can help you avoid those traps and move forward with confidence. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/wZ5rpWtHabo Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett **** - Join David's email list so yo...

What happens when a business broker focuses on just one industry? New Livestream guest – Bryan Baese I’m happy to have Bryan join me on a live broadcast. Bryan is a business broker who specializes exclusively in auto repair shops, and he’s built a strong business by focusing on a single niche. Tune in as we discuss industry-specific business brokerage, how specialization can create real opportunit...

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