In this episode of The Playbook, I sit down with Van Carlson, Founder & CEO at SRA, who shares how his company aids small businesses in managing risks using tools like the 831b tax strategy. Van and I reflect on how we achieved what we have and where we came from. to discuss key business strategies. Van recalls his journey to becoming a successful business owner and underlines that knowing the game's rules can help you win in the business world. We discuss how fear influences our decision-making and the importance of staying informed to avoid pitfalls.