In this episode of The Leadership Lab, I sit down with Tom Forsythe, a business broker with Benchmark Business Group, who brings over 37 years of business management experience to the table, including a decade with General Electric. Together, we dive into why every business owner should consider working with a business broker—whether they're ready to sell or not.

Tom shares insights into why waiting until you're ready to sell to focus on your business's value is one of the biggest mistakes owners make. We also break down the valuation process and discuss how his turn-key services take the stress out of selling. From marketing and vetting buyers to coordinating financing and negotiating deals, Tom handles it all so business owners can focus on what matters most. We also explore why having a successor is critical for a business’s long-term success and share practical, actionable tips to help you increase your business’s value starting today. If you're a business owner looking to build, grow, or eventually sell your business, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

In this episode of The Leadership Lab, I sit down with Christin Marvin—coach, author, podcaster, speaker, and a powerhouse in the restaurant industry. With extensive experience opening and managing restaurants, Christin now dedicates her expertise to helping independent restaurant owners tackle leadership and business challenges through one-on-one coaching and leadership workshops. 

Together, we dive into the unique challenges restaurant owners face, including the importance of leadership development, the value of investing in employees, and the root causes of burnout in the industry. If you're a restaurant owner—or a leader in any fast-paced business—this episode is packed with insights and strategies to help you overcome barriers, empower your team, and find more time to focus on what matters most.

Tune in to discover how strong leadership can transform your business and create extraordinary success!

In this episode of The Leadership Lab, I sit down with Kailey Bonillas-Tracy, the creative force behind Mauve Martian. Raised in the Mars-like landscapes of Tucson, Arizona, Kailey’s journey from Arizona State University’s film program to the corporate world of tech startups and sales has been anything but conventional. Now, she alchemizes cosmic ideas into tangible gifts through art prints, curated playlists, and culinary creations that celebrate mindfulness, storytelling, and intentionality.Despite success in the corporate world, Kailey was never truly happy and always longed to do something creative. She grew up being told not to be a "starving artist," but eventually took the plunge into entrepreneurship, creating the space where her creative spirit could thrive. Tune in as Kailey shares how she overcame those challenges to build a fulfilling creative business.