Acquiring Minds

The Late 40s Pivot Into Business Buying


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Despite success in corporate, Jarom Wren wanted more freedom, so he traded 5 figures of salary for 7 figures of revenue.

Topics in Jarom’s interview:

  • Realizing he was renting himself to a corporation
  • Mid-career risk assessment
  • Searching for a digital business
  • Choosing the lowest cost Q of E
  • “Deals want to die”
  • Risks of a 4-year old e-com business
  • Offering education as well as DIY products
  • Deciding against using ROBS
  • Buying 70% of the company
  • His first year report card

References and how to contact Jarom:

  • LinkedIn
  • Vanlife Outfitters
  • Harley Sitner on Acquiring Minds: Building a Beloved Brand from a Tiny, Dying Business

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