What if you could scale and exit multiple companies—without being the expert in the trade? In this episode of Beyond the Deal, host Michael Wagman sits down with Guy Salani, a serial entrepreneur and mentor who’s built and exited 4+ home improvement businesses in roofing, siding, closets, cabinetry, and more.
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From tripling revenue in 18 months to selling a company for nearly 4x EBITDA, Guy breaks down the sales-first mindset and scalable systems that helped him succeed—without having to swing a hammer. You’ll learn what makes a business valuable at exit, how to build a team that drives results, and why most buyers fail when they don’t get hands-on.
Key Takeaways:
✅ How Guy scaled and exited multiple 7-figure home service businesses
✅ Why sales systems matter more than trade expertise
✅ What every new business buyer must understand
✅ A real-world look at EBITDA multiples and valuations
✅ Why team-building and clean financials are essential for scale
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📌 Timestamps:
00:00:00 Insights from a Serial Entrepreneur: Featuring Guy Salani
00:01:40 Evolution from Mortgage Brokerage to Home Improvement Maven
00:03:20 Scaling Home Services Business: Essential Strategies
00:05:05 Transformational Coaching Experience with Rodney Webb
00:06:51 Building a Sales Empire: Key Strategies for Growth
00:08:36 Leveraging Business Exits for Growth
00:10:23 Understanding Gross Sales and EBITDA Calculation
00:12:13 Insights on Selling a Cabinetry Company
00:13:51 The Pitfalls of Business Acquisition
00:15:33 Building Strong Organizational Relationships
00:17:13 From Zoning Boards to Commercial Development in Florida
00:18:53 Real Estate Opportunities in South Florida
00:20:34 Real Estate Investment Strategies and Exclusivity
00:22:10 Balancing Multiple Business Ventures
00:23:49 Healthy Eating on a Busy Schedule
00:25:26 Structuring Your Day for High-Level Success
🔗 Follow the Host & Guest:
👤 Michael Wagman:
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwagman/
🔗 https://www.instagram.com/nimble_capital_group/
🔗 https://nimblecapitalgroup.com/
👤 Guy Salani:
Call or Text: 609-457-6727
🔗 https://www.instagram.com/guymichaelsalani/
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-michael-s/
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