Episode 83:

Most business owners are leaving millions on the table and they don't even know it.In this episode, Bo DePaoli sits down with Doug Brown, a revenue and EBITDA optimization expert who has worked with thousands of companies, from small businesses to divisions of Intuit. Doug reveals the exact processes he uses to multiply earnings, streamline operations, and transform underperforming teams into high-converting machines.From uncovering hidden revenue leaks to optimizing pricing, referrals, and sales pipelines, Doug explains how small changes can produce life-changing results. He also dives into hiring top-tier talent, structuring teams for scale, and removing owner dependency to maximize company value.

Topics include:

• EBITDA multiplication and the real math behind business valuation

• How dormant client reactivation can instantly increase revenue

• Case studies: turning $324 in the bank into six figures in months

• Pricing strategies that increase sales without scaring clients away

• The power of referrals: $9.6M in recurring revenue from one tweak

• Removing owner dependence to achieve a higher multiple

• Hiring, assessing, and onboarding gold-star talent for different roles

• Lessons from Tony Robbins, Chet Holmes, and Russ (Rich Dad/Training Brands)

• Why most companies misinterpret data and miss predictable wins

This episode is for CEOs, founders, and business operators who want to grow revenue, increase margins, and run predictable, scalable businesses.

Guests: Doug Brown — CEO

Sales Strategies

Website: www.ceosalesstrategies.com

LinkedIn: Doug Brown