The 5 Mindset Shifts to More Profit, Freedom and ValueIn this episode, the host returns after a two-month hiatus to discuss the significant shifts needed to make a small business more profitable, easier to manage, and ultimately more valuable for a future sale. After sharing personal experiences related to moving and converting a townhome into a rental property, the host dives into the five crucial mindset shifts every business owner should adopt. These include transitioning from an owner-dependent to an owner-optional business model, creating documented systems instead of relying on verbal instructions, gaining financial clarity rather than relying on gut feelings, fostering an empowered team instead of just having employees, and focusing on generating recurring revenue to lower business risk. These shifts not only prepare a business for a lucrative sale but also make it more profitable and functional in the now. The episode is packed with actionable insights and concludes with an offer for a free business assessment to help owners identify their most significant gaps and create a 12-month action plan.00:00 Welcome Back and Personal Updates01:02 New Business Focus: Helping Small Business Owners02:43 Mindset Shift #1: From Owner-Dependent to Owner-Optional10:46 Mindset Shift #2: From Verbal Instructions to Documented Systems17:44 Mindset Shift #3: From Gut Feel to Financial Clarity22:59 Mindset Shift #4: From Employees to an Empowered Team28:24 Mindset Shift #5: From Risky to Recurring Revenue32:34 Conclusion and Free Assessment Offer