Building better deals in entrepreneurship through acquisition takes more than deal flow. It takes discipline, the right partners, and a clear understanding of what matters most after the close. In this episode, Jared Johnson interviews investor and operator Adam Markley about what he’s learned after years of buying, running, and investing in small businesses. Adam’s path into ETA started in …

When it comes to buying or selling a business, one of the biggest challenges is understanding what the business is truly worth. Unfortunately, business valuations are surrounded by myths that can create confusion for buyers, sellers, and even brokers. One common misconception is that a business is worth whatever the owner believes it is. While emotional value is understandable, real-world …