How to buy a business smarter using M&A due diligence, negotiation strategy, and real-world deal discipline.

Chesney Reeves of Nocturnal Legal joins Paloma Goggins to connect horse trading lessons to buying companies. From vet checks to quality of earnings, “as is” sales to reps and warranties, she shows how the same rules apply in the barn and the boardroom.

You’ll learn how to set a real budget, write a clean LOI, manage risk with insurance, negotiate without deal fever, and integrate with steady 1 percent improvements. Fit matters. Stewardship matters. Walking away is a strength.

Press play to sharpen your acquisition strategy, negotiate with confidence, and buy without regrets. 

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How to build a business that attracts investors, scales, and exits successfully.

Scott Schwab, entrepreneur and author, joins Paloma Goggins to share his journey from creating a business plan course to accrediting a new school and launching a transparent CBD brand. He explains how documenting processes, proving outcomes, and building trust early makes any startup more fundable and resilient.

Scott also dives into partnerships, governance, and exit strategies, plus practical lessons on product integrity and scaling operations.

Press play to learn how to structure, grow, and sell your business with confidence.

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.

Press play for a behind-the-scenes look at how great deals actually get done.

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.