Acquiring two companies and founding another in just three years is truly unbelievable. What's next for this incredible achiever? #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #StartupSuccess #Inspiration
You pour your heart and soul into your business. When it's gone, the grief is real. It's not just a company, it's a piece of you. #BusinessLoss #Entrepreneurship #Grief #Startup
Tired of the dark, dirty mystery of traditional repairs? We're building a transparent process, just like ordering a pizza online. You'll know exactly what's happening, every step of the way. #RepairService #Transparency #CustomerExperience #Innovation #BusinessModel
Clarify your responsibilities and understand your role in the business. Learn how to effectively manage lawyers, accountants, and ownership needs. #BusinessTips #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Ownership
From Germany to the UK, leaders unite in Catalyst Club. A shared experience fuels a universal truth: leaders helping leaders. Is 2026 the year of community? #LeadershipCommunity #BusinessGrowth #GlobalNetwork #Collaboration
Started as operations manager, became VP, then bought the company. Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? #BusinessOwnership #Entrepreneurship #CareerPath #ThunderBay
College degrees don't always lead to dream jobs. See how a mundane start sparked a search for something more, leading to an unexpected sales opportunity. #CareerChange #SalesJourney #Motivation #JobSearch
Do you accept risk? Entrepreneurs must be comfortable with it, always finding ways to lower stress and potential downsides. #Entrepreneurship #RiskTaking #BusinessMindset
From employee to owner—a rare path. Did they truly earn it? #CareerPath #Entrepreneurship #BusinessOwnership
Quickly reached a price agreement. Trust was key to making it work financially. What made this deal so smooth? #DealMaking #Negotiation #BusinessTips #Finance
Starting a business is 100x harder than buying one. No reputation, no customers—just the challenge of building from scratch. What are you doing weekly to make it happen? #Entrepreneurship #StartupLife #BusinessTips #Consistency
Was knowing each other the key to this acquisition? Absolutely—it was the most critical part. #AcquisitionStrategy #BusinessPartnerships #DueDiligence
Heard a rumor our main competitor was for sale. Gently approached the owner, asking to talk. A secret meeting was arranged, with a promise of absolute discretion. #BusinessAcquisition #Competitor #DiscreetDeal #Entrepreneurship #Negotiation
Interested in sales? If you enjoy connecting with people and making their lives better, commission sales could be your perfect fit. Give it a try! #Sales #CommissionSales #CustomerService #CareerOpportunities
The owner asked if I'd take over Thunder Bay Hydraulics. Honestly, I hadn't considered it. Day-to-day operations can be all-consuming. #SuccessionPlanning #BusinessOwnership #Entrepreneurship
Bought two companies, then thought, 'Why not be a founder?' Building industrial scissor lifts for mansions? Realized the market wanted something different. Something didn't fit. #FounderStory #Entrepreneurship #StartupJourney #BusinessLessons
Was it scarier to buy the business or realize the weight of responsibility for employees? A tough question about leadership. #BusinessOwner #Entrepreneurship #LeadershipChallenge #Responsibility
The weight of responsibility is real, and the risks are undeniable. But what truly drives entrepreneurs to achieve amazing things? #Entrepreneurship #Responsibility #Business #Motivation
The landscape of community and networking is changing. If you don't ask for help, you might be missing out. People are often more willing to assist than you think. #Networking #Community #BusinessGrowth #AskForHelp
Building trust is key in negotiations. Sometimes, it means accepting assurances without demanding proof. Was this the right approach? #Trust #Negotiation #BusinessDeals #Integrity
From employee to owner: Discover the incredible journey of acquiring a business. What steps did they take? What lessons were learned? Find out how. #BusinessAcquisition #Entrepreneurship #EmployeeOwned #StartupStory
In Episode 320 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Ron Szekely, Co Founder of BOS360 and a veteran marketing executive who helped scale powerhouse brands like L’Oreal and Keurig Dr Pepper. Ron shares what he learned working inside billion dollar organizations and how those lessons translate…
Business owners share their genuine fear for what they've built. Tariffs and border challenges are making products 50% more expensive. What's the impact? #BusinessChallenges #Tariffs #EconomicImpact #SupplyChain
Does pressure push you to brilliance or hold you back? Discover how it fuels innovation and daring achievements. #Pressure #Innovation #Creativity #Motivation
