Deals make headlines, but operations drive real results.

Olenka Cullinan, COO and operator, joins Paloma Goggins to show how founders move from constant firefighting to running a company that thrives without them. From reclaiming your calendar with “CEO time architecture” to building SOPs that anyone can use, Olenka shares practical strategies to scale efficiently, reduce burnout, and prepare for a high-value exit.

Learn how to delegate effectively, hire the right players, optimize client portfolios, and turn slow training into long-term speed. True freedom comes from systems, not hustle and Olenka proves it’s possible.

Press play for actionable insights that boost value, sanity, and your path to exit-ready operations.

Deals move fast but the smartest leaders prepare long before the signatures.

Christina Beloud, a 25-year Secret Service veteran turned private security consultant, joins Paloma Goggins to share how readiness, communication, and boundaries keep business transitions calm under pressure. From motorcades to M&A, her rulebook stays the same: prevention beats reaction, and clarity beats speed.

Christina breaks down how to build “ops plans” for your company, set healthy boundaries that earn respect, and manage modern risks like online exposure and polarized industries.

Press play for a masterclass in leading with composure, protecting your energy, and staying ready when the stakes are high.

Deals fall apart quietly when intellectual property isn’t what it seems.

IP attorney and professor Michelle Gross joins Paloma Goggins to unpack how patent validity and ownership can make or break a deal. From missing assignments and lapsed fees to hostile inventor issues, she explains the red flags that derail valuations and delay closings.

Michelle also breaks down the trademark pitfalls most founders overlook, like stock-logo copyrights and unenforceable claims, plus how to run quick checks to protect your brand before diligence begins.

Hit play for a must-hear guide to safeguarding your IP, strengthening your valuation, and avoiding last-minute deal killers.

Most deals don’t fail from one big mistake; they unravel through tiny cracks in trust and timing.

Monica May-Dunn, CEO of Arizona Escrow and Financial Corporation, joins Paloma Goggins to reveal what really happens between LOI and closing. From escrow strategy to funds flow and clean documentation, she shares the practical moves that keep deals alive and relationships strong.

With real stories (including a missing prize bull) and battle-tested insights, this episode shows how precision, persistence, and trust turn complex closings into smooth wins.

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Buying a business isn’t passive income, it’s hard work, tough calls, and smart planning.

Jessica Golden, managing partner of Kramer & Golden Public Accounting Group, shares how she bought an accounting firm while living 2,500 miles away in Hawaii. From broker listings to SBA loans and last-minute financing hurdles, she reveals what the business-buying process really looks like behind the scenes.

You’ll hear how she evaluated deals, built a smooth seller partnership, and avoided scams while keeping clients and staff happy through the transition.

Press play for a candid roadmap to buying a business the right way—without the sugarcoating.

From zero marketing experience to a successful agency exit in nine years, Kim Grennan tells the story.

What started as a bold offer of free work turned into a thriving agency with perfect client retention and rapid growth. Kim shares how hitting $1M revenue, hiring a GM, and stepping out of daily operations made her business irresistible to buyers and what she learned from failed deals along the way.

Tune in for practical insights on scaling smart and preparing your business for a winning exit.

Why do clear instructions still lead to team missteps? The issue isn’t what you say, it’s what they hear.

In this episode, communication expert Jenn Kaye joins Paloma Goggins to break down why even strong leaders struggle to get their message across.

From the surprising fact that 40% of communication gets lost in translation, to the identity gap where many professionals don’t even see themselves as leaders, Jenn reveals the hidden barriers that derail effective communication.

You’ll learn practical techniques, like swapping “but” for “and” to build trust, connection, and clarity. Plus, Jenn shares how transparent messaging during big transitions, like an exit, protects company value and keeps teams engaged.

Hit play to unlock simple yet powerful strategies that can transform the way your team hears you.

Why do so many business sales collapse at the last minute? It’s not the money, it’s the emotions.

In this episode, “Seller Whisperer” Denise Logan, both a therapist and attorney, shares the hidden psychological traps that quietly kill deals. From fear-driven reactions like fight, flight, or freeze to the identity crisis that follows a sale, she reveals why selling a business is one of the most emotionally charged transitions an entrepreneur will ever face.

Packed with powerful stories, practical insights, and her unforgettable “marbles in a jar” metaphor, Denise shows how addressing the human side of the deal can save it from falling apart.

Press play to uncover the emotional blind spots that could make or break your business exit.

Would you sell your family business if the money looked right, but something felt off?

Amber Finley of Bug Off Pest Control shares what happened when a surprise buyout offer landed in her inbox. What started as a dream deal quickly raised red flags and forced her family to choose between a fast payout and their long-term legacy.

Hit play to hear the red flags, tough calls, and lessons every founder should know before saying yes to a deal.

Want investors to notice your business? Learn what it really takes to attract strategic capital.

Diti, pulls back the curtain on what venture capital and private equity firms look for and why a million-dollar business isn’t enough without the right strategy. In this candid conversation with Paloma Goggins, Diti shares hard-earned insights on building investor trust, structuring smarter deals, and knowing when to fundraise (and when not to).

You’ll hear why storytelling, timing, and sustainability matter more than hype or valuation and how founders can avoid the hidden traps that leave them with less than they built.

Press play for a reality check on scaling with capital and follow the show for more behind-the-scenes wisdom from proven leaders.