In this inaugural episode of The Intentional Owner, Sam and Kaustubh discuss their transitions from high-pressure corporate careers in law and finance to owning small businesses. They delve into the emotional and practical challenges they faced during their searches, the importance of having a clear 'why,' and how they manage time and productivity as business owners. With personal anecdotes and actionable tips, they aim to provide a candid view into the realities of entrepreneurship and small business ownership.

Links:

Kaustubh on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaustubh-deo/

Sam on X - https://x.com/Sam_Rosati

Watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/b2NbK-XP-bM

Topics:

(00:00:00) - Intro

(00:03:06) - The Journey to Small Business Ownership

(00:06:48) - From Law School to Big Law

(00:14:40) - The Decision to Pursue Entrepreneurship

(00:19:44) - Launching a Self-Funded Search

(00:30:10) - Starting the Search for a Business

(00:31:21) - Defining Roles and Strategies

(00:32:45) - Balancing Introversion and Leadership

(00:35:28) - Work-Life Balance and Career Choices

(00:39:23) - Operational Challenges and Solutions

(00:44:10) - Time Management and Productivity Tips

(00:52:21) - The Reality of SMB Ownership

(00:57:22) - Tactical Tips for Business Owners