Raincatcher

Growing up, Jason Baer saw the financial struggles of his parents trying to make ends meet. He saw how, at the root of it, it was meeting the wrong people that kept them from their goals. They needed a financial quarterback. Learning from this, Jason became that person to others. He specializes in holistic wealth management planning and comprehensive portfolio management. Together with his partner, Aaron Leatherwood, they founded Centerpiece Wealth Advisors, serving the financial industry for over a decade. In this episode, Jason joins Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew to discuss the many lessons he learned growing up about being a small business owner and the important quality a leader must have. Building his success from watching his parents, he highlights the importance of learning from others. Allow this conversation to be the start for you! Tune in!

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.

It's never too early to start thinking about selling your business. Paul Reiser is here to join Susan Frew and Marla DiCarlo to share why. For the past 20 years, Paul was President of Reiser Group Sonic Management Company, owned by his family for 45 years, and operated 38 stores across four states. In 2021, he and his partners sold the entire business. In this episode, Paul outlines the whole sales process from day 1 to day 363. He also tackles the important leadership qualities to train your employees for their growth and the growth of the business. Tune in to this episode to learn all about it.

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.

Knowing whether you'll be fine in the next five years financially is a scary thought. This is why wealth management is key to your peace of mind. Times are unpredictable, and you should always take into account the worst-case scenario. Join Marla DiCarlo as she talks to Aaron Leatherwood about wealth management. Aaron is a Wealth Advisor at Centerpiece Wealth Advisors. His goal is to provide his clients with valuable insights from all the uncertainties. Learn why you should surround yourself with good people. Find out your financial plan. And discover the wealth management process today with Aaron Leatherwood.

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.

Small business owners have the unenviable task of finding the right business model. Franchising remains a popular model, promising great success. So how can franchising for small business owners pay off? Susan Frew and Marla DiCarlo dig deep with the help of Gary Wofford, Senior Broker from Raincatcher. Gary shares his experiences running small businesses and franchising. He also shares valuable insights on what it takes to run a successful small business. If you are eager to learn more about starting your own business, then tune in for a great lesson from Gary.

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.

Focusing on the revenue kills the culture. What companies need is to make “growing together” the primary goal. Marla DiCarlo introduces Debra Sunderland, the CEO and founder of Sunderland Coaching. When a company raises revenue as the highest value, it creates a toxic fear and shame culture. We fail to realize that income naturally increases with the right culture that connects and nourishes people. The more the company grows as a team, the more efficient its workflow becomes. Do you want to know how to create a culture of growth? Dive in!

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.

Building a business isn't the easiest of tasks. There are a lot of things to consider, but the reward is often worth it. We get cracking as Susan Frew and Marla DiCarlo talk shop with small business expert Gene Marks. Gene talks about the things you need if you want to start a business. From planning to communication to hiring the right people, Gene has got you covered. Ready to create your brand? Then listen in to Gene.

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.

What does great leadership mean? How does a great leader deal with abrupt changes and tough decisions? Listen to this episode as Karyn Ruth White shares the key concepts of leadership and solving problems. Karyn is a keynote speaker, public speaking, and speech writing coach who helps professionals thrive and have fun doing it. She emphasizes the importance of tapping into your resources and valuing your team. She discusses the characteristics leaders need to have for effective management. Tune in to learn how to claim your power and have fun while growing professionally!

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.

Are you looking to sell your business? Not sure what you need or where to start? Stan Doida is here to help you out! Stan is the co-founder & Managing Attorney at Doida Crow Legal. He sits down with host Marla DiCarlo to share his legal insight on what most owners overlook when selling their business. It doesn’t matter if you’re a large corporation or a small business owner. It’s important to have legal counsel that looks out for you. Stan’s goal is to reframe the value of legal services so that clients can reap the maximum benefits of strategic counsel with his fixed fee offerings. Tune in as Stan shares key reminders and tips for owners looking to sell that minimizes risk and maximizes profits.

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.

People need to have the mindset of a fighter pilot. You need to be able to learn from your mistakes and never give up. Have the ability to leave your problems behind and focus on the task at hand. This is the mindset of Tracy LaTourrette. Tracy is Colorado’s “First Lady” fighter pilot and one of the first women in the world to fly fighter aircraft. She is now a speaker and an executive consultant at her own company. Join your host Marla DiCarlo as she talks to Tracy LaTourrette about her career as a pilot and how she went into consulting. Learn how to stop waiting and put your goals into action.

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.

High trust organizations outperform low trust organizations by roughly 300%. Marla DiCarlo and Susan Pruitt welcome Jason O. Harris, a keynote speaker passionate about helping organizations create a culture of “No Fail Trust.” Join in the conversation as Jason explains how you need to build trust to have a great team. To do so, commitment and accountability are two essential values you need to implement. How? The first step is to be willing to allow other people's intellect and genius and intelligence to show up. Without wanting to take the credit! Tune in to learn more. 

Hosted by Marla DiCarlo and Susan Frew, this show discusses the ins and outs of selling and buying businesses and building value for the future. We toss around the cliché that small business owners put tons of blood, sweat, and tears into their business. This is true. Too often, small business owners leave money on the table. They don't take advantage of negotiation because they don't know how to improve or can't determine the right way to market themselves.

Don’t have a sellable company? That is the reason we’re here! Welcome to the Raincatcher podcast.