The definition of value creation is giving something valuable to receive something else that’s more valuable to you. In today’s fast-paced economy, every business owner should strive to make his company as valuable as he can, and optimize wherever possible to provide value.

Isn't it all about profit? It may be true for large company stockholders, but it is less true for small business owners. A major corporation's stockholder may be exclusively concerned with earnings. It's part of their investment portfolio, and its sole purpose is to increase their wealth. However, a small company would be more interested in communicating a mission and vision that attracts the world, creating a product or service that adds value to both customers and shareholders, and creating value through optimizing processes and finance. Some investors have advanced to impact investing because they seek more than just profits from their investments. As a result, B-corporations are becoming increasingly common. Impact investment and B-corporations seek to maximize financial returns while also providing a public benefit and creating long-term value.

Today, on the Melting Pot, we are joined by Patrick E. Donohue, an expert in valuation, business angel, and financial advisor for entrepreneurs. He started his adventure at a very young age when he showed interest in stock shares and making money at only 10 years old. His passion lies in helping small businesses grow in a way that generates value and has a lasting impact on the community. He firmly believes that business owners shape the world by providing solutions to the complexities of human life.

In his book “Breakout Valuation”, he breaks down complex financial concepts and shares them in plain easy English. His aim is for every leader to be able to understand financial intelligence and apply it in actionable plans to drive sustainable growth.

In today’s episode:

Business Valuation For Beginners

How to Define a Sustainable Level of Growth

Insights from “Breakout Valuation”

Business Design That Drives Value

Every Business Has A Special Talent That Makes It More Investable

What Patrick E. Donohue WishesHe’d KnownEarlier

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Book Recommendations:

Aiden McCullen - Undisruptable

Mike Michalowicz -Profit First

Greg Crabtree – Simple Numbers 2.0

Patrick E. Donohue – Breakout Valuation

Ryan Holiday & Stephen Hanselman – The Dialy Stoic

Anthony De Mello – Awareness

James Nestor - Breath