Have you ever been so caught up in extinguishing day-to-day fires in your business that the thought of planning your exit seems like a distant dream? It's a common trap for entrepreneurs, but today's discussion is all about breaking free from th

When the time comes to pass the torch of your business, the journey involves much more than a transactionit's a transformation. Join Mike Malatesta as he sits down with Laurie Barkman, the insightful business transition sherpa, to illuminate the oft

Unlock the secrets to crafting a business that's primed for the ultimate success: a lucrative exit. In this latest episode, Mike delves into the art of early exit planning, a strategy that too many entrepreneurs overlook to their detriment. It's

Mike was recently a guest on the Ready Yet?! Podcast with host Erin Marcus, and he shared his successes and failures during his entrepreneurial journey, the importance of remaining curious and open to learning, and how he helps entrepreneurs with a Dream

Mike appeared as a guest on Michelle Nedelec's "Business Ownership Podcast" and shared his wisdom all about how to achieve the business exit of your dreams -- the Dream Exit. In this episode, Mike unveils the often overlooked -- but critic

Today we have a very special episode for you. It is with heavy hearts that we bring you a recording featuring the late Dr. Mark Goulston, a renowned psychologist, author, and a dear friend to many in the field. Mark died on December 31 due to an unforesee

Have you ever felt inspired to randomly do something you have never done before, just to see how it goes? That is what happened to Mike when he heard about the idea of a 12-hour walk in a webinar by Colin O’ Brady. Colin is the author of the book Impossib

Join Mike Malatesta as he sits down with the legendary Steven Pressfield, an acclaimed author whose insights on creativity and overcoming resistance have been a beacon for many. Listen in as they explore Steven's concepts of shadow careers and the cr

Mike still remembers the sheer panic that washed over him on that national stage, the flubbed words, and the promise he made to himself to never endure such embarrassment again. This week's solo episode is a raw and honest account of how Mike confron

In this episode, Christopher Turner lays out his journey from would-be doctor to financial maestro of the healthcare realm. This conversation uncovers the seismic shifts that occur when one trades in a stethoscope for the strategic finesse of entrepreneur