I bought my first small business... and the first week was complete chaos.Everyone talks about finding the business, negotiating the deal, due diligence, and getting financing. Almost nobody talks about what happens after closing when the business is suddenly yours.In this video, I'm sharing the biggest lessons from my first few weeks as a new small business owner, including:- What I did before closing that made the transition easier- The mistake I made with closing timing and payroll- Why patience matters more than I expected- The operational support I would never skip again- Hiring lessons from the first few weeks- What I'd do differently if I bought another business tomorrowFor context, my husband and I recently acquired a residential cleaning company with no previous experience in the cleaning industry. We're learning in real time, making mistakes, solving problems, and documenting the journey along the way.If you're considering buying a small business, actively searching for one, or already navigating your first acquisition, I hope this gives you a realistic look at what ownership actually feels like after the deal is done.Subscribe if you're interested in:- Small business acquisitions- Buying existing businesses- Entrepreneurship- Small business ownership- Building and growing businesses- Behind-the-scenes founder content- Lessons learned from business ownershipAnd find even more content and resources from me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savvyabney

How I just bought my first small business with zero experience, help, or a clue what I was doing. 😂I hope this inspires you and helps if you’re considering something similar. Follow along for more videos like these as I document this journey. 🙂

I bought my first small business with zero experience doing this. No roadmap, family background in entrepreneurship or even what a letter of intent was before this process started.So I’m documenting the entire journey in real time.In episode 2 of this series, I’m breaking down what actually happens AFTER you decide to buy a business:Negotiating with the sellerLOIs (letters of intent)Deposits + due diligenceWorking with attorneys + accountantsReviewing financialsContracts + negotiationsTransitioning ownershipTransferring digital assetsLearning the business operationsBuilding a post-acquisition growth planMistakes, surprises, and lessons from the first few weeksI’m not pretending to be an expert here. I’m learning this as I go, and that’s exactly why I wanted to share it.If you’re a founder, entrepreneur, creator, or someone interested in buying small businesses as an additional income stream, I hope this series gives you a realistic look at what the process actually feels like behind the scenes.Subscribe if you want to follow the journey as we continue growing the business, navigating ownership transitions, improving operations, and learning what it actually takes to buy and run a small business....Hi, I'm Savannah! A founder, entrepreneur, and personal brand strategist. I help founders step out from behind their logo and turn their personal brand into a real growth asset for their business.If you’re a founder, small business owner, or consultant who wants more trust, visibility, and consistent opportunities, let’s talk. 👇🏼https://savannahabney.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahabney/https://www.instagram.com/savabney/

I just bought my first small business… and it’s been a completely different experience than starting one from scratch.In this video, I’m breaking down exactly how it happened from the decision to buy a business, to how we found it, what we looked for, and how we knew it was the right move.This is the start of a full series where I’m documenting the entire process in real time, what’s working, what I’m learning, and honestly… what I’d do differently next time.If you’ve ever thought about buying a business instead of starting one, or you’re a founder looking to add new income streams, this will give you a real, practical look at what it actually takesWhat I cover in this video:- Why my husband and I decided to buy instead of start- The types of businesses we considered- How we found the business (and where to look)- The key metrics and criteria we used- What due diligence actually looked like- The biggest lessons from our first acquisitionWho this is for:- Founders who want to grow beyond one business- Entrepreneurs are tired of starting from scratch- Anyone interested in small business acquisition- People who want ownership but don’t know where to startThis is NOT a “perfect” guide. It’s a real-time breakdown of what it actually looks like to buy a business, including mistakes, learning curves, and all.In the next video, I’ll walk through:- What happens AFTER you decide to buy- Transitioning ownership- Reworking systems + operations- Immediate changes I made to grow the businessIf you have questions about buying a business, drop them in the comments. I’ll probably turn them into future videos. :)…Hi, I'm Savannah! A founder, entrepreneur, and personal brand strategist. I help founders step out from behind their logo and turn their personal brand into a real growth asset for their business.If you’re a founder, small business owner, or consultant who wants more trust, visibility, and consistent opportunities, let’s talk. 👇🏼https://savannahabney.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahabney/https://www.instagram.com/savabney/

After two years (and over 2M impressions), I finally asked myself... Do I actually still follow the wellness habits I picked up from Andrew Huberman… and are they still worth it?Short answer: yes. Every single one.In this video, I break down the 4 simple (and free) habits that have made the biggest difference in my energy, focus, and overall performance as a founder and exactly how I implement them in real life.If you’re building something, leading a team, or just trying to show up better day-to-day, these are worth paying attention to.We cover:- Why cold exposure builds real willpower (and what most people get wrong)- The simplest habit that drastically improved my sleep- How I structure movement into my mornings without wasting time- The small caffeine shift that eliminated my afternoon crashThese aren’t extreme routines. They’re low-barrier, high-return habits you can start immediately.This is for the founders that don’t have a motivation problem, but an energy management problem.If that’s you, this is a great place to start.If you want a part 2 with more habits I’ve added over time, drop a comment and let me know.…Hi, I'm Savannah! A founder, entrepreneur, and personal brand strategist. I help founders step out from behind their logo and turn their personal brand into a real growth asset for their business.If you’re a founder, small business owner, or consultant who wants more trust, visibility, and consistent opportunities, let’s talk. 👇🏼https://savannahabney.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahabney/https://www.instagram.com/savabney/

For years, I held myself back from building a personal brand for one simple reason...I was worried about how I’d be perceived.After finally committing to it? I realized it’s one of the highest leverage things you can do to grow your business.This video breaks down:- Why personal branding is NOT about ego- How staying “invisible” is actually costing you opportunities- Why founders are the biggest driver of trust in their business- Real examples of how personal brands influence buying decisions- What changed for me after consistently building mine for 2 yearsIf you’ve been sitting on the sidelines because of fear, hesitation, or overthinking… this is your sign to rethink it.Because the truth is you’re not protecting your reputation by staying quiet. You’re limiting your opportunities. …Hi, I'm Savannah! A founder, entrepreneur, and personal brand strategist. I help founders step out from behind their logo and turn their personal brand into a real growth asset for their business.If you’re a founder, small business owner, or consultant who wants more trust, visibility, and consistent opportunities, let’s talk. 👇🏼https://savannahabney.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahabney/https://www.instagram.com/savabney

Most founders treat building a personal brand like it’s optional, something they’ll “get to later.”But the truth is that your personal brand is already part of your business, whether you invest in it or not.In this video, I break down why I still prioritize building my personal brand every single week… even while running multiple businesses, managing investments, and acquiring a new company.If you’re a founder, entrepreneur, or business owner trying to grow, scale, or expand into multiple ventures—this is the shift you need to make.Because once you understand this, you stop asking:“Do I have time for this?”And start asking:“Can I afford not to?”In this video, I cover:Why personal branding isn’t a “nice to have” (it’s leverage)How content compounds into real opportunitiesThe shift from chasing deals → attracting themWhy we’re in a trust economy (and what that means for you)How your personal brand impacts every business you touchIf you’re serious about growing your business (or businesses), this is for you. …Hi, I'm Savannah! A founder, entrepreneur, and personal brand strategist. I help founders step out from behind their logo and turn their personal brand into a real growth asset for their business.If you’re a founder, small business owner, or consultant who wants more trust, visibility, and consistent opportunities, let’s talk. 👇🏼https://savannahabney.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahabney/https://www.instagram.com/savabney

If you’re a founder, business owner, or entrepreneur trying to build a personal brand, but being on camera is holding you back, this is for you. In this video, I’m breaking down the 5 exact strategies I’ve used (and teach my clients) to get more comfortable on camera so you can actually show up, build trust, and grow your business through your personal brand.Because if you want more visibility, more trust, and more opportunities, you can’t avoid being on camera. In this video, you’ll learn:- How to create a simple filming setup that makes you instantly more comfortable- Why practicing out loud (yes, even when you’re alone) changes everything- How your physical and mental state impacts how you show up on camera- The biggest mistake people make while filming (and how to fix it)- Why reps—not perfection—are the real key to confidenceThis isn’t about becoming an influencer. This is about becoming a more visible, trusted founder in a world where buyers want to see you before they ever buy from your business. You are your company’s greatest asset. Your personal brand should reflect that.…Hi, I'm Savannah! A founder, entrepreneur, and personal brand strategist. I help founders step out from behind their logo and turn their personal brand into a real growth asset for their business.If you’re a founder, small business owner, or consultant who wants more trust, visibility, and consistent opportunities, let’s talk. 👇🏼https://savannahabney.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahabney/https://www.instagram.com/savabney/

I started my entrepreneurship journey at 23, co-founded my first company at 25 and over the past 9 years, I’ve learned a lot… mostly the hard way.This video breaks down the biggest lessons I’ve learned so far—things that have shaped how I build businesses, how I lead, and how I think about growth, identity, and long-term success.If you’re a founder, business owner, or even just thinking about starting something… I hope this saves you time, stress, and maybe a few mistakes along the way.In this video, I cover:Why naive optimism can actually be an advantageThe truth about control (and what you actually control)Why leadership is a long game (and how to approach it)My perspective on debt and bootstrappingWhy getting too attached to your ideas will hold you backWhy I wish I started my personal brand soonerHow to stay consistent regardless of emotional highs and lowsSeparating your identity from your businessWhy your health is one of your most valuable business assets…Hi, I'm Savannah! A founder, CEO, and personal brand strategist. I help founders step out from behind their logo and turn their personal brand into a real growth asset for their business.If you’re a founder, small business owner, or consultant who wants more trust, visibility, and consistent opportunities, let’s talk. 👇🏼https://savannahabney.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahabney/https://www.instagram.com/savabney/

Most small businesses don’t have a marketing problem. They have a founder visibility problem. They’ve built their brand around a logo while the person people actually want to hear from stays behind the scenes. That used to work, but today, buyers don’t just evaluate companies. They evaluate people. They look up the founder, consume their content, and decide if they trust how they think before ever reaching out. That’s why more companies are shifting toward founder-facing brands. In this video, I break down: - Why founder-facing brands are working right now- Why faceless brands are becoming harder to grow- The role of a personal brand content strategy in driving trust and demand- How to pivot your brand without becoming a full-time content creator If you're a founder and you’ve been building behind the scenes, this is the shift you need to understand. Because the companies that win over the next few years won’t just have better marketing. They’ll have more visible leadership. ... Hi, I'm Savannah! A founder, CEO, and personal brand strategist. I help founders step out from behind their logo and turn their personal brand into a real growth asset for their business. If you’re a founder, small business owner, or consultant who wants more trust, visibility, and consistent opportunities, let’s talk. 👇🏼 https://savannahabney.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahabney/ https://www.instagram.com/savabney/