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Independence by Design™#472: Ryan Tansom | The Only Financial Model You Will Ever NeedMost owners make decisions in the dark. Sales over here, payroll over there, cash flow somewhere in the background — and no clear way to see how it all fits together.Watch on YouTube
In this episode, I break down the 5-year, three-statement model I use with clients to finally show how revenue, margins, OpEx, working capital, cash flow, and valuation all connect. It's the system that turns guessing into clarity, scattered decisions into strategy, and helps you design a business that aligns with your goals for time, cash flow, and long-term wealth.
When ow...
2025-12-181h 02
Independence by Design™#469: Alison Bechdol | Your Marketing Isn’t Broken — Your Data IsMarketing is confusing for most owners — not because the tactics don’t work, but because the data underneath is broken. Watch on YouTube In this episode, I sit down with Alison Bechdol, founder of Digital-ade, to break down why so many owners feel like they’re throwing money at marketing with nothing to show for it. And the truth is simple: you cannot build a predictable revenue engine without clean data, real attribution, and a clear picture of your customer acquisition cost. Most companies don’t have a marketing problem — they have a data infrastructure problem. Tra...
2025-11-271h 14
Independence by Design™#465: Nick Bradley | Pick Your Ownership Game: Designing Value for Third-Party Exits vs. InternalMost owners talk about “creating value,” but few stop to ask a more fundamental question: Value for what? Watch on YouTube In this episode, I sat down with my friend Nick Bradley—entrepreneur, investor, and host of The Scale Up Podcast—to explore how your ownership goals determine everything about your value-creation strategy. Nick comes from the private equity world, where the goal is clear: build to sell. I work with mid-market owners designing companies that can outlast them. We both work with the same kinds of businesses—but from opposite ends of the ownership...
2025-10-301h 11
Independence by Design™#464: Cyndi Gave | How to Build a Leadership Team That Thinks Like OwnersEvery owner wants a leadership team that can run the company without them. Few actually build one that can. Watch on YouTube In this episode, I sat down with Cyndi Gave to talk about what it really takes to develop a team that thinks, decides, and acts like owners. We break down the tension every entrepreneur feels: how to let go without losing control, how to build trust without blind faith, and how to design leadership that frees you — not traps you. Cyndi shares her own experiences leading through growth, building accountability structures, and navigating the...
2025-10-231h 42
Independence by Design™#462: From P&L to Cash Flow: The Model Every Owner Needs | Pat Hobby | Budget Season 2026, Part 2Most budgets don’t survive past Q1. They collapse because they aren’t built on cash flow, they don’t roll into the balance sheet, and they aren’t tied to owner goals. In other words, they’re not budgets — they’re wish lists. Watch on YouTube That’s why Part 2 of our Budget Season 2026 Series is all about the model itself. I sat down with Pat Hobby, who’s spent decades building financial models, to break down how owners can create a budget file that actually runs the business. We dig into how to structure assum...
2025-10-091h 39
Independence by Design™#460: Tom Nagler | An Owner’s Journey: Family Business, Growth, Acquisitions, Sale, and What Came AfterEvery owner’s journey is made up of inflection points, the moments where you have to make big, irreversible decisions. Watch on YouTubeIn this episode, my friend Tom Nagler shares his full story arc as an owner. From growing up in a family business, to buying it from his dad, to juggling cash and growth pains, to considering a sale but choosing to acquire instead, to bringing on a partner, and finally making the hard decision to sell — Tom lived through the full journey of ownership. What makes Tom’s story powerful is how ope...
2025-09-251h 56
Independence by Design™#457: Explaining Bitcoin to an Economist | Ryan Tansom with Alan Beaulieu & Kim ClarkIf you’re a business owner trying to make sense of Bitcoin, this conversation is your entry point.
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Over two episodes combined into one, I sat down with Kim Clark and her father Alan Beaulieu—a partner at the world-renowned forecasting firm ITR Economics, known for its 94.7% accuracy over the last 80 years. Alan has spent his career helping owners understand what’s coming in the economy. In this conversation, he turned the tables and asked me to explain Bitcoin.
Across our discussion, we unpack what Bitcoin really is, how it compares...
2025-09-041h 29
Independence by Design™#453: Jennifer Davis | From Chaos to Cash: The Comp Plan That Frees You to LeadIf you’re trying to grow your business without creating a mess of misaligned incentives, resentment, or comp plans that backfire—this episode is for you. I brought Jennifer Davis back on because she built one of the most intentional compensation systems I’ve ever seen. We walk through how she tied her company’s mission and KPIs directly to each person’s comp—and connected it all the way down to their personal goals. We talk about cleaning up old promises, removing politics, and building a system that creates momentum instead of confusion. It’s tactical, practical, and deeply aligned...
2025-08-071h 34
Independence by Design™#449: Ryan Tansom | Understanding the Meaning of Life, God, and MoneyThis episode is different. No guest. No business mechanics. Just me, reading from my journal and unpacking the questions that have been driving my work, my life, and everything behind Independence by Design™. Watch on YouTube
A few questions have been front and center for me since my first memories. Why are we here? What’s the point of all this work? And how do money, time, biology, and spirituality all fit together? If you’ve ever wondered why I care so much about alignment, ownership, and how we spend our time, this is the foundat...
2025-07-1033 min
Independence by Design™#448: Jennifer Davis | Bootstrapping Davisware to $20M+, Selling to PE, Raising 10 Kids, & Living ExponentiallyJennifer Davis is the co-founder and former CEO of Davisware, a vertical ERP platform she and her husband started at 17. Over two decades, they scaled it to $20M+ in revenue, built a team of over 200, and sold to private equity. She’s also the mother of ten kids and the author of two books, including Living Exponentially. Watch on YouTube
In this conversation, Jennifer walks us through the full arc of building, leading, and eventually stepping away from a company she built from the ground up. We talk about the early growth years, the ide...
2025-07-031h 28
Independence by Design™#447: Jeff Buettner | Q2 2025 M&A Update: What Buyers Want, What’s Holding Deals Back, and How Founders Can PrepareWhat’s happening in the M&A market right now? Who’s buying, who’s selling, and how should owners think about timing, value, and optionality? Watch on YouTube
In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Buettner from ButcherJoseph, an investment banker who specializes in founder-led companies in the lower middle market. We unpack the current state of dealmaking for $2M to $10M EBITDA businesses and talk candidly about what’s really driving—or stalling—transactions in today’s environment.
We cover everything from deal structure, buyer behavior, and interest rate dynamics to why some owner...
2025-06-2645 min
Independence by Design™#446: Joe Brown | What Every Owner Should Know About Inflation, Debt, and the Real EconomyMost owners rely on gut instinct, advisors, or market trends to make decisions, but few stop to ask: What’s actually happening underneath the economy? Watch on YouTube
In this episode, I’m joined by Joe Brown—creator of Heresy Financial—for a macroeconomic breakdown that actually makes sense for business owners. We unpack inflation, interest rates, debt cycles, and monetary distortion in plain English, then connect those insights directly to the decisions owners are making around growth, liquidity, and long-term wealth.
This isn’t about timing the market. It’s about understanding...
2025-06-191h 00
Independence by Design™#445: Mark Cleveland | You Don’t Have to Sell or Scale—There’s a Third OptionWe’ve all heard it: “Pick one thing. Focus. Go all in.” But what if that advice doesn’t apply once you’ve built real optionality? Watch on YouTube
In this episode, I’m joined by Mark Cleveland—an experienced entrepreneur, investor, and self-described parallel entrepreneur—to rethink how owners can design the next chapter of life. Instead of scaling endlessly or exiting just to feel free, Mark shows how business can be a platform to fund the life you actually want. Not someday—now.
We unpack how to reclaim your time, align your ventures wi...
2025-06-121h 10
Independence by Design™#444: Clint Fiore | Understanding Main Street Valuations (Through the Buyer’s Lens)If you're running a mid-sized company and considering acquisitions—or you just want to understand how smaller companies get valued—this episode is for you. Watch on YouTube
I sat down with Clint Fiore, a business broker who’s helped hundreds of Main Street businesses try to sell. And here’s the truth: most of them don’t get what they want. Not because their business is bad—but because it’s not built to be bought.
We break down what actually happens when a $1–5M owner tries to exit: how they think, what they m...
2025-06-051h 36
Independence by Design™#443: Graham & Kyle | How to Value Your Business Without the Bullsh*tYou’ve probably heard that business valuation is more art than science. But what if the art is just smoke and mirrors—and the science has been hiding in plain sight all along? Watch on YouTube
In this episode, I’m joined by Graham Stephen and Kyle McCulloch, the team behind Bizval, a company that’s quietly building a tool that may completely disrupt how business owners understand valuation. What makes it so revolutionary? Instead of retrofitting a formula to outdated tax returns or jargon-filled reports, they’re prompting you—the owner—to answer operational questions you a...
2025-05-291h 46
Independence by Design™#442: Alex McClafferty | What Happens When You Can't Outwork the Truth AnymoreWhat happens when the business you built no longer protects you from the parts of yourself you've been avoiding? Alex McClafferty co-founded and sold WP Curve to GoDaddy—but it wasn’t until after the exit that he found himself face-to-face with an identity crisis, emotional collapse, and a brutal confrontation with his shadow self. Watch on YouTube
In this raw and wide-ranging conversation, we talk about what it means to lose your sense of self after a big win, why so many entrepreneurs use their businesses to avoid personal pain, and what it takes...
2025-05-221h 08
Independence by Design™#438: What a Great CFO Actually Does (And Why Most Owners Have the Wrong Expectations) with Pat HobbyThis episode sets the bar. Pat Hobby, my former business partner, is one of the best CFOs I’ve ever worked with. He’s not just a CPA or an operator—he brings an investor mindset and decades of experience managing financials with the purpose of building long-term value. In this conversation, we break down exactly what a business owner should expect from a high-performing CFO—and why most don’t even know what that standard looks like. Watch on YouTube
We cover the difference between accounting and finance, what good financials actually look like, and wh...
2025-04-241h 26
Independence by Design™#437: He Did What Most Business Owners Only Dream About—Rob Dube’s StoryMany owner-operators begin their journey driven by the vision of personal and financial independence, only to find themselves entrenched in the daily operations, unable to step away without fear of chaos. In this episode, I talk with Rob Dube, co-founder of ImageOne and visionary behind The 10 Disciplines for Managing and Maximizing Your Energy™, about how to break free from the owner-operator trap and achieve genuine ownership freedom. Watch on YouTube
Rob did what most business owners only dream about—he built a business that runs without him and stepped into a life of total operational freed...
2025-04-171h 14
Independence by Design™#436: Integrating Strategy, Execution, and Financial Clarity with Shannon SuskoToday I'm talking with Shannon Susko, a serial entrepreneur who developed the 3HAG (3-Year Highly Achievable Goal) and Metronomics frameworks. What sets Shannon's approach apart is how directly it connects your strategic plan and execution rhythms to clear, measurable financial outcomes. It's an operating system built specifically for business owners who understand their numbers but want greater clarity on how daily decisions impact long-term value.
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In this episode, Shannon explains exactly how to align your team’s strategic actions with the financials, creating predictability in your business. We cover the specifics of...
2025-04-101h 12
Independence by Design™#435: The New SBA Playbook for Acquisitions with John ThwingSBA loans have always been a key tool for financing business acquisitions, but recent changes have opened up new opportunities for both buyers and sellers. If you're thinking about selling your business, acquiring one, or financing a transition, these updates could have a major impact on your strategy.
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In this episode, I sit down with John Thwing ("The SBA Guy") from Live Oak Bank to break down the biggest changes, including how SBA loans now allow for partial buy-ins, why internal transitions are more viable than ever, and what banks are really l...
2025-04-031h 35
Scale Up With Nick BradleyRyan Tansom: Why More Growth Won't Set You Free (And What Will)Nick talks to returning guest Ryan Tansom about their evolving business journeys, focusing on the intricacies of exit planning and business valuation. They discuss their unique experiences from different sides of the table—Ryan's operational perspective and Nick's private equity background—highlighting the challenges faced by owner-operators in understanding the true value of their businesses. Together they stress the importance of setting clear goals for personal and business growth, navigating the complexities of financial management, and the necessity of aligning business strategies with individual aspirations. As they explore the dynamics of service-based businesses and the impact of mark...
2025-04-031h 45
Independence by Design™#433: Designing Your Future Org Chart: How to Build a Scalable, Owner-Independent Business with Mike Frommelt and Rick RittmasterScaling a business isn’t just about increasing revenue—it’s about building the right leadership team to support that growth. Too often, business owners get stuck because their team isn’t structured for the future, leaving them to fill the gaps instead of leading strategically. Watch on YouTube
In this episode, I sit down with Rick Rittmaster and Mike Frommelt to break down how to design a future org chart that aligns with your company’s growth trajectory. We dive into how to assess your current leadership team, identify capability gaps, and decide when to dev...
2025-03-201h 38
Independence by Design™#432: Why More Growth Won’t Set You Free (And What Will) with Nick BradleyMore revenue, more employees, and more complexity can actually pull you deeper into the day-to-day grind—unless your business is structured the right way. Watch on YouTube
In this episode, I sit down with Nick Bradley, a business growth strategist and private equity veteran who has worked on billion-dollar deals and now helps business owners scale with purpose. We dive into the hidden traps of scaling, why private equity firms are changing their approach, and how to transition from being stuck in the business to running it like an investor.
We also get i...
2025-03-131h 45
Independence by Design™#430: Cash vs. Valuation: Why Entrepreneurs Get Trapped in the Wrong Financial Metrics with Patrick DonohueI’ve spent the last handful of episodes diving deep into business valuations, M&A jargon, and how buyers think about value. But here’s the thing—most of it doesn’t matter unless you actually have cash left over at the end of the day. Watch on YouTube
That’s why I brought Patrick Donohue back on the show. He and I have been in the trenches, working with owner-operators who are juggling cash flow, making sense of the noise, and trying to figure out how to actually use their business to create wealth. ...
2025-02-271h 26
Independence by Design™#429: How to Engineer Business Value: Scaling Smart, Hiring Right, and Creating Freedom with Rens HayesMost business owners go through a pivotal moment—their first real look behind the curtain at how buyers value companies. For Rens Hayes, that moment came when he went through a sale and due diligence process for his father’s structural steel business. What he learned from that experience completely changed how he approached building and scaling his own company, H&O Structural Engineering. Watch on YouTube
In this episode of Independence by Design™, Rens and I break down how he engineered his business for value creation, using Ken Sanginario’s Engineer’s Value Opportunity...
2025-02-201h 40
Design Development119: Helping Business Owner-Operators Create Independence with Ryan TansomIn this engaging episode of Design Development, host Rens Hayes sits down with Ryan Tansom to discuss transitioning a business to align with personal goals. Ryan shares candid insights from his personal journey, which includes overcoming high-stakes financial hurdles, strategic business pivots, and eventual exit strategies. Listen to Ryan discuss the conceptual foundation of his framework, Independence by Design, which focuses on empowering businesses to see the 'matrix' of operations, cash flow, and value growth. With his experience as a guiding backdrop, Ryan dives deep into the nuances of ensuring business longevity and aligning daily operations with long-term personal...
2025-02-1948 min
Independence by Design™#427: Navigating Deal Structures: The Hidden Factors That Impact Your Net Proceeds with Dave DiehlMost business owners focus on the offer price when selling their business—but the deal structure is what ultimately determines how much you walk away with, when you get it, and how much risk you take on.
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In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Dave Diehl, CEO of Prairie Capital Advisors, to demystify the complex world of deal structures. Dave walks us through the key components of a transaction—working capital adjustments, earnouts, equity rollovers, seller financing—and how these elements impact the final proceeds for a seller.
We al...
2025-02-061h 22
Independence by Design™#426: Understanding Buyers: How Ownership Structures Shape M&A Goals with Jeff BuettnerMost business owners think a high offer price is the ultimate goal in selling their business—but the truth is, every buyer has their own game plan, and not all offers are created equal. Watch on YouTube
In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Jeff Buettner from ButcherJoseph to explore how private equity firms, strategic buyers, and family offices approach acquisitions and structure deals to meet their goals. We break down the nuances of each buyer type, their timelines, and their financial structures so you can better understand what they value...
2025-01-301h 16
Independence by Design™#425: Unlocking Business Value: Practical Tools for Growth and Ownership Goals with Ken Sanginario & John LawlorAs a business owner, you’ve likely heard terms like EBITDA, working capital, and Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)—but do they feel relevant to your day-to-day decisions? In this episode, I sit down with Ken Sanginario and John Lawlor to demystify these concepts and show how they directly impact your ability to grow, scale, and transition your business. Watch on YouTube
We’ll explore how to measure and grow your business’s value using actionable tools, like Ken’s Value Opportunity Profile (VOP), that connect financial performance to your ownership goals. Whether you’re thin...
2025-01-231h 52
Independence by Design™#424: Scaling for Sanity: Jimmy Fritz on Balancing Growth, Cash Flow, and LifeRunning a business often feels like juggling flaming torches—especially when cash flow, growth, and operations clash with your personal goals. Today, I sit down with Jimmy Fritz, a good friend and second-generation business owner of The Wedding Shoppe and Kennedy Blue, to unpack his journey from being entrenched in daily operations to becoming a true owner-operator. Jimmy’s experience of taking over his family’s wedding business and e-commerce brand is packed with lessons on managing growth, aligning operations with ownership goals, and achieving financial independence. Watch on YouTube
Jimmy’s journey reflects what so m...
2025-01-161h 40
Independence by Design™#421: Mike Michalowicz: Go All In: Unleash the Power of Ownership & Build Unstoppable TeamsIf you’ve ever read Profit First or The Pumpkin Plan, you know Mike Michalowicz delivers game-changing ideas for entrepreneurs. In this episode, we dive into his newest book, All In, and talk about the systems, frameworks, and mindset shifts you need to build a business that thrives—with or without you in the room. Watch on YouTube
Mike and I tackle the biggest concerns owner-operators face:
Cash flow chaos: Why Profit First still works and how to implement it to create financial discipline.
Hiring the right people: How to find and develop A-playe...
2024-12-2658 min
The Value Growth Podcast21 - Navigating the Complexities of Business Ownership: Lessons on Financial Metrics and Personal Growth with Ryan Tansom.In this episode of the Value Growth Podcast, your host, Ken Sanginario, interviews Ryan Tansom. Ryan shares his journey from working in his family's copier business to becoming a value growth expert. Ryan discusses the challenges of being an owner-operator, the importance of understanding financial metrics, and the psychological aspects of business ownership. Ryan emphasizes the need for a mindset shift towards achieving independence and aligning business operations with personal financial goals. He also highlights the importance of finding trustworthy advisors and educating oneself on financial management.Think you'd be a great guest on the...
2024-12-2547 min
Independence by Design™#420: Closing the Execution Gap: Systematize Your Culture & Step Back with Confidence with Bill MillsIf you’ve ever wondered how to protect and scale your company’s culture while cutting down on friction, drama, and the “execution gaps” that keep you stuck in the weeds, this episode is for you. I sit down with Bill Mills, founder of The Leadership Process, to dive into the strategies that help owner-operators like you align your team, systematize your culture, and build a business that thrives—whether you’re in the room or not. Watch on YouTube
Bill’s framework isn’t about abstract leadership theories or corporate buzzwords. It’s about practical syst...
2024-12-191h 35
Independence by Design™#419: From Hustle to Freedom: How to Build a Business That Runs Without You with Jean MoncrieffWhat happens when the business you thought would set you free starts to feel like a prison? In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Jean Moncreiff, a seasoned entrepreneur turned coach, to unpack the hard lessons he learned scaling businesses, juggling cash flow nightmares, and realizing he was building a job, not independence. Watch on YouTube
Jean’s story is packed with insights for owner-operators who feel stuck in the daily grind, questioning if all the hustle is worth it. We dive into his pivotal realization that revenue growth alone doesn...
2024-12-121h 08
Independence by Design™#418: Walker Deibel: Buy Then Build, Acquisition Entrepreneurship, and Unlocking Wealth in the Middle MarketIn this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Walker Deibel, author of Buy Then Build and founder of Acquisition Lab, to uncover the strategies that turn owner-operators into true business owners. Walker shares his expertise on how to use acquisitions to build wealth and create independence by aligning your business with your long-term personal goals. Watch on YouTube
We explore why the private market offers massive opportunities for those who understand the game and how owner-operators can shift from being stuck in day-to-day operations to thinking like strategic capital allocators. This con...
2024-12-051h 37
Independence by Design™#417: Mastering Profitability in a Professional Services Firm with Marcel PetitpasIn this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Marcel Petitpas, a visionary in operational clarity and profitability for professional services. Marcel's journey as the CEO of Parakeeto has been marked by solving one of the most complex puzzles in professional services—mastering profitability through operational data. We explore his personal story, dive deep into the challenges of scaling service businesses, and uncover practical insights that any owner-operator can use to create scalable, profitable growth. Watch on YouTube
Marcel shares actionable frameworks for understanding and improving delivery margins, aligning operations and finance, and t...
2024-11-281h 22
Independence by Design™#416: Behind the Curtain: How Ultra-Wealthy Families Manage Their Business Assets with Brandon HenryIn this episode of Independence by Design™, I have a fascinating discussion with Brandon Henry, who works closely with billionaires and ultra-high-net-worth families as part of a family office. This conversation is invaluable for owner-operators running middle-market companies, offering a glimpse into the world of sophisticated wealth management and how even the wealthiest families are navigating challenges. Brandon's insights highlight that you don’t need to have everything figured out right away, and that even those at the top are still trying to professionalize ownership and create strategic options.
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We explore how these...
2024-11-211h 09
Independence by Design™#415: Everyone Gets Punched in the Face: A Framework for Planning with Tom WalkerIn this episode, I sit down with Tom Walker, a financial strategist who’s all about connecting the big picture to the details—uncovering hidden constraints, planning for the unexpected, and transforming companies into resilient, wealth-generating assets. Tom brings a no-nonsense approach to planning, not to predict every outcome, but to create a framework that withstands the inevitable punches every business faces. Watch on YouTube
We center our conversation around what it truly means to own a business that provides cash flow and equity growth, giving you the ability to make smart, clear-headed decisions regard...
2024-11-141h 07
Independence by Design™#414: How to Navigate a Third-Party Sale with an Investment Banker with Adam WebbDemystify what it means to prepare for a third-party sale and how an investment banker can be a game-changer in that process. For owners weighing their exit options, Adam shares insights on how to gauge your business’s market value from a third-party buyer’s perspective—highlighting what you need to know about valuations, strategic buyer selection, and why timing is key. Watch on YouTube
We dive into the importance of building a relationship with an investment banker early, giving you a view of the market and your potential valuation while still focused on growth...
2024-11-071h 25
Independence by Design™#413: From GameStop to Kinko's: Gary Kusin on Building, Scaling, and Creating Legacy BusinessesIn this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Gary Kusin—an entrepreneur who built some of the most recognizable brands in the world, including GameStop and Kinko’s. Gary's incredible journey, from starting Babbage’s (which became GameStop) to leading Kinko’s to a billion-dollar sale to FedEx, is packed with lessons on scaling businesses, transitioning leadership, and maintaining company culture. Watch on YouTube
We explore Gary's principles of leadership, his approach to mentorship, and how he helped align operations with the ownership's goals to achieve long-term value creation. Gary dives into how he...
2024-10-311h 09
Independence by Design™#412: Revenue Predictability & Strategic Marketing Tied to Valuation Growth with Shiv NarayananIn this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Shiv Narayanan, founder of How to SaaS, to uncover the core strategies behind scaling a business through strategic marketing and revenue predictability. Shiv’s deep experience in the private equity space and his work with founder-led companies offers actionable insights for owners looking to make their businesses more attractive to investors—or simply run them more profitably with greater financial predictability. Watch on YouTube
Shiv and I explore how aligning marketing, sales, and operations with clear, measurable KPIs can transform not only your company...
2024-10-2458 min
The Freedom Experience with Jean MoncrieffEpisode 25: Understanding the Game of Ownership with Ryan TansomIn this episode of The Freedom Experience® Podcast, I sit down with Ryan Tansom, founder of Independence by Design, to explore his journey of turning around his family business and creating his ownership framework. Ryan opens up about the gut-wrenching experience of "eating glass" during the five years he spent turning around a $21 million business, navigating the emotional toll of payroll struggles, and managing cash flow. He also discusses the pivotal moment when they sold the company to a competitor and how that '10-year therapy session' reshaped his understanding of business and life.
Through his experiences, R...
2024-10-201h 02
Independence by Design™#411: Mastering the Art of Pricing: How to Charge What You’re Worth with Casey BrownIn this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with pricing expert Casey Brown, founder of Boost Pricing, to dig deep into one of the biggest pain points for business owners: pricing. Casey breaks down the psychological barriers that often keep us stuck—mainly fear—and shows how we can shift from defensive pricing to a confident, value-driven strategy. We talk about how to approach price objections, avoid unnecessary discounts, and make sure we’re getting paid what we’re worth. Watch on YouTubeCasey also shares practical insights on how professional services businesses can move aw...
2024-10-171h 24
Embrace The Dark and The LightRyan Tansom on Creating a Life of FulfillmentIn this episode of the Embrace The Dark & The Light podcast, Kelly Street engages in a deep conversation with Ryan Tansom about the complexities of entrepreneurship, the importance of alignment in life and business, and the journey of self-awareness. They explore the challenges of managing energy, the significance of habit stacking, and the impact of one's shadow self on personal growth. Ryan shares his insights on navigating the chaos of entrepreneurship while staying true to one's values and goals, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the process and learning from experiences.Entrepreneurship is a...
2024-10-1033 min
Independence by Design™#410: Q3 2024 Economic and M&A Update with ITR Economics, ButcherJoseph, and Walker InsightsIn this special Quarterly Economic and M&A Update, I’ve pulled together three powerful conversations to help you, the owner-operator, navigate the current economic landscape and make smarter decisions for your business. We’ll start with Brian Beaulieu from ITR Economics, who provides a detailed breakdown of inflation, interest rates, and how the economy might shift in 2025. Then, Jeff Buettner from ButcherJoseph shares critical insights into M&A trends, offering practical advice on how to position your business for growth through strategic acquisitions. Finally, I wrap up with Tom Walker, where we discuss how to manage capital effectively, hand...
2024-10-101h 40
Independence by Design™#408: Escaping the Daily Grind: How Matt Bodnar Moved from Operator to a Capital Allocator with a Portfolio of BusinessesIn this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Matt Bodnar to explore what it truly means to be an owner versus an operator. Matt’s journey—from being deeply entrenched in the day-to-day operations of his IT firm to becoming a strategic investor and capital allocator—perfectly illustrates the shift in mindset necessary to move from "doing" to "owning." Starting out by handling every detail, Matt gradually worked his way out of the operator role and learned how to structure his company to run without him. Watch on YouTube
We dive into the...
2024-09-261h 04
Independence by Design™#407: Where Does the Multiple in Business Valuations Come From (and How to Double It) with Ken Sanginario?In this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Ken Sanginario, a top turnaround and valuation expert and creator of the Value Opportunity Profile, to dive deep into the fundamental drivers behind business valuations. We explore how the multiple in a business valuation is directly tied to the sustainability, predictability, and transferability of your cash flow—and why understanding this is the key to more than doubling the value of your company. Watch on YouTube
Throughout our conversation, we unpack the often-overlooked details that can either make or break your company’s financia...
2024-09-191h 37
Independence by Design™#406: The Art and Science of Business Valuations: Insights from Over 1,500 Valuations with Brandon HallIn this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Brandon Hall, an expert who has conducted over 1,500 business valuations across a wide range of industries. We dive deep into the importance of understanding and controlling the value of your business. Brandon shares his journey from a corporate accountant to a trusted advisor in the valuation space, reflecting on the lessons he’s learned from his extensive experience, especially in working with small to medium-sized businesses. Watch on YouTube
We break down the three primary valuation methods: income-based valuations (with a focus on cash...
2024-09-111h 17
Independence by Design™#405: Breaking Founder Dependency: How to Assess, Recruit, and Integrate the Right CEO with Mike FrommeltIn this episode of Independence by Design™, I sit down with Mike Frommelt, the co-founder of Strategic Talent Partners and a seasoned expert in executive search and leadership development for privately held businesses. We dive into the critical role of talent assessment and leadership development in scaling a business beyond the founder’s personal capacity. Mike shares his unique insights on how to assess a company’s leadership team, the challenges owners face when transitioning from day-to-day operations, and the importance of aligning leadership talent with ownership goals.Watch on YouTube
Mike explains the differ...
2024-09-051h 12
RevOps Champions45 | Scaling Business with Systems and Technology | Ryan TansomIn this episode, Brendon Dennewill and Ryan Tansom dive into the essential pillars of entrepreneurship, exploring ownership frameworks, financial KPIs, and the critical role of systems and technology in scaling businesses. They discuss the importance of understanding a business's purpose and how it delivers value to customers, emphasizing cash flow and equity growth as keys to achieving independence and freedom. The conversation also highlights the need for true ownership and leadership alignment, along with the value of revenue operations in aligning people, processes, data, and technology. Ryan Tansom shares his insights on measuring backwards, practicing gratitude, and clarifying personal...
2024-09-0449 min
Independence by Design™#404: Design a CEO Compensation Plan Tied to Your Cash Flow & Equity Valuation Goals with Craig RutledgeIn this episode of Independence by Design™, Ryan Tansom is joined by Craig Rutledge, an expert in compensation strategy and the Partner at VisionLink. Craig offers valuable insights for growth-oriented business owner-operators looking to step back from daily operations and hire a CEO who can drive both cash flow and equity growth. He addresses the critical need to design compensation strategies that align the goals of the owner with those of the leadership team, ensuring that the owner can manage the company from an ownership perspective without worrying about the stability of their income from distributions or the growth of...
2024-08-291h 09
Independence by Design™#403: Cash Flow Broke and Balance Sheet Rich with Eric RomanIn this episode of Independence by Design™, Ryan Tansom is joined by Eric Roman, a former dentist turned entrepreneur and business coach, who shares his powerful story of building and exiting a successful dental service organization (DSO) worth $40 million. Despite his company’s impressive valuation, Eric felt cash flow broke and balance sheet rich, struggling with significant personal life issues. He believed the only way to solve his problems was to sell the business and pull the ripcord. However, after the exit, he realized that selling the business didn’t resolve the deeper issues in his personal life. Wa...
2024-08-291h 07
Independence by Design™#402: Tax Mitigation Strategies: Keeping More of What You Earn with Roger RoundyIn this episode of Independence by Design™, Ryan Tansom sits down with Roger Roundy, a tax mitigation strategist with a unique approach to helping business owners keep more of their hard-earned money. Roger explains the three phases of wealth—accumulation, preservation, and distribution—and how each phase requires different tax mitigation strategies to maximize wealth. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the tax code as a set of incentives designed to encourage certain behaviors rather than something to be feared. Roger argues that when properly understood, the tax code allows business owners to legally and ethically partner with the govern...
2024-08-2954 min
Independence by Design™#401: Discovering the Truth About Economics & Money: Joe Brown on Inflation, Investments, and IndependenceIn this inaugural episode of the Independence by Design™ podcast, Ryan Tansom sits down with Joe Brown, founder of Heresy Financial, to dive deep into the intricacies of the economy and financial systems. Driven by personal experiences and a relentless curiosity, Joe explores the mainstream financial narratives and advocates for a deeper understanding of economic fundamentals. He underscores the importance of aligning financial decisions with personal values and addressing root causes of economic issues, rather than merely treating symptoms.
Watch on YouTubeThe discussion spans critical topics like the effects of money printing, the escalating costs...
2024-08-291h 03
Independence by Design™#400: Introduction to Independence by Design™In this first episode of the newly rebranded Independence by Design™ podcast, host Ryan Tansom introduces a groundbreaking ownership framework designed specifically for growth-oriented business owner-operators who seek true independence. Drawing from his personal experience of turning around and selling his family business, Ryan explains how traditional business operating systems focus on working in the business but fail to address how to work on the business to achieve the ultimate goal: independence.Watch on YouTube
Ryan details the Independence by Design™ Ownership Framework, which empowers business owners to create sustainable cash flow, grow their comp...
2024-08-291h 01
The Agency Profit PodcastIndependence By Design, with Ryan TansomPoints of Interest02:02 – 02:20 – Ryan's Framework: Marcel explains how Ryan Tansom's "Independence by Design" framework has transformed his view on his own business.03:32 – 05:03 – Owner-Operator Challenges: Ryan describes the challenges of owner-operators and the importance of achieving true independence through sustainable business practices.05:09 – 06:47 – Systems for Independence: Ryan highlights various systems (EOS, scaling up, OKRs) that help owner-operators achieve freedom of time and money.08:13 – 09:19 – Understanding the Game: Ryan discusses the importance of understanding the true purpose of one's business and aligning it with personal goals.13:33 – 15:32 – Reverse Engineering Goals: Ryan and Marcel discuss the importance of reverse engineering lifestyle goals to determine necessary financial...
2024-07-2437 min
TrendsTalkOvercoming Challenges and Finding Opportunities With Special Guest Ryan TansomThis week on TrendsTalk, ITR Economist Taylor St. Germain is joined by Independence by Design Founder Ryan Tansom. They discuss Ryan’s exciting new business, the challenges business leaders face both in this decade and in the 2030s, and offer advice for capitalizing on the opportunities, despite those challenges, ahead.
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2024-07-2222 min
Workplace Warrior®Ryan Tansom: The Intentional Growth Framework™ For EntrepreneursAbout Ryan Tansom: Ryan started his entrepreneurial career at his family business where he was the executive VP. He was responsible for the strategic operational and financial strategy of a $21 million company. By the age of 27, he helped turn the company around and bring intentional focus to the right strategies, which enabled it to be sold for eight figures in 2014 to a local competitor, Ryan took his experience and founded Arkona to create the intentional growth framework which helps owners view and run their company like a financial asset through educational training and fractional CFO services. Ryan's mission is...
2024-03-2131 min
Legacy Listens44. The Five Principles of Intentional Growth ft. Ryan TansomToday's episode on Legacy Listens hosted by Robert Wermuth sits down with Ryan Tansom, an entrepreneur and founder of Arkona. Ryan shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting with the sale of his family business for eight figures and going on to create the intentional growth framework. The framework helps business owners view and run their company as a financial asset with the end in mind. Together, Rob and Ryan explore the five principles of intentional growth, the technology behind it, and how business owners can engage with Arkona to gain a comprehensive understanding of their financial future. Tune in and...
2024-01-2922 min
DealQuest Podcast with Corey KupferEpisode 273: Elevating Potential & Intentional Growth with Ryan TansomRyan Tansom's remarkable journey from reviving his family's $21 million business to its 8-figure sale in 2014 exemplifies his entrepreneurial prowess. As the founder of Arkona and creator of the Intentional Growth™ Framework, he has redefined how entrepreneurs manage their businesses as financial assets, combining educational training with fractional CFO services. A mentor to over 400 entrepreneurs and a sought-after speaker at prestigious forums like Vistage Worldwide and Entrepreneurs Organization, Ryan also hosts the popular Intentional Growth™ podcast, featuring notable guests and amassing over 520k downloads. His story is a beacon of inspiration and strategic insight in the entrepreneurial landscape....
2024-01-1746 min
Smart Business Revolution | Turn Relationships into Revenues | Networking | More Clients | Relationship AdviceHow To Intentional Grow Your Business With Ryan TansomRyan Tansom is the Founder of Arkona and the Creator of the Intentional Growth Framework. He started his entrepreneurial journey at his family business, where he helped turn it around and enabled it to be sold for eight figures to a local competitor. At Arkona, Ryan helps entrepreneurs grow the value of their company through educational training, fractional CFO services, and strategic planning. He is also a speaker and host of the Intentional Growth Podcast. In this episode of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast, John Corcoran sits down with Ryan Tansom, the Founder of Arkona, to talk a...
2023-11-2458 min
Seek Go Create - The Leadership Journey for Christian Entrepreneurs and Faith-Driven LeadersHow to Have Intentional Growth in Your Business with Ryan TansomWhen you first started your business, the end is probably the last thing on your mind. It’s the beginning of a new journey, and you’ll soon have to make decisions and take action as an entrepreneur. However, when you don’t know where you want to go, or the end you want to reach, it’s easy to get lost on the way. It’s harder to grow the value of your business and gain the freedom you want without this clarity and direction.As Ryan Tansom says in this episode, start with the end in mind. H...
2023-04-241h 05
The Thoughtful Entrepreneur1509 - Making The Entrepreneur Journey Worth it with Arkona's Ryan TansomIn this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Partner and Founder of Arkona, Ryan Tansom.Connecting with Ryan Tansom offers entrepreneurs valuable insights from his expertise in business strategy, operations, and finance. Utilizing his Intentional Growth™ Framework, you can learn to achieve sustainable growth, focusing on a clear end goal. This all-encompassing framework highlights educational training, fractional CFO services, and strategic planning, providing a well-rounded approach to business development. By engaging with Ryan, you can access his extensive network of accomplished entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and experts. This connection may lead to col...
2023-04-0820 min
The Business of Meetings158: Intentional Growth with Ryan Tansom The Business of Meetings – Episode 158 – Intentional Growth with Ryan Tansom The Business of Meetings – Episode 158 – Intentional Growth with Ryan Tansom Today, we have the great pleasure of speaking with Ryan Tansom, the Co-founder of Arkona! Ryan knows a lot about acquisition entrepreneurship! He joins us to share his insight along with a wealth of experience building and selling businesses. He dives into how to create value, different types of exits, and everything else you need to know when planning to sell a business. Bio Ryan Tansom started his entrepreneurial career a...
2023-03-2141 min
The Practical Wealth ShowThe 5 Intentional Growth™ Principles to Clarify Your Path to a More Valuable Business with Ryan TansomIn this episode, Ryan Tansom and I discuss Creating a strategic Growth plan for your business. So if you want to know what are the 3 financial targets an owner should identify, monitor and measure? How do you create a strategic plan to increase the value of your business, what are all the different ways to exit a business and what are the major differences so you can know the 5 intentional growth principles to give owners clarity to increase the value of their business by beginning with the end in mind? Tune in now! In this...
2023-03-1642 min
LifeBloodGrowing Your Company’s Value with Ryan TansomLifeBlood: We talked about growing your company’s value, the challenges entrepreneurs face, how best to allocate resources, treating your business like an asset, and the best time to get started, with Ryan Tansom, CoFounder of Arkona, an org helping entrepreneurs get clarity and control on growing the value of their companies.
Listen to learn why you should as yourself, “Is it worth it?”
You can learn more about Ryan at Arkona.IO, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Thanks, as always for listening! If you got some value and enjoyed the show, please leave us a revi...
2023-02-0719 min
The Insider's Guide To FinanceLessons Learned from an Eight Figure Exit w. Ryan TansomRyan Tansom is the Co-Founder and CEO of Arkona. After hard work with his family's company, Ryan and his father turned the struggling business around by upgrading our staff, adding services, and implementing new systems. In 2014, the company sold for eight figures. Selling the business helped Ryan find his purpose in life. With that, Arkona was born. The company began with the vision to provide owners with the tools to focus on creating a valuable business with the end in mind. Starting a business from scratch came wit...
2023-02-011h 01
The Fuel Your Legacy ShowEpisode 280: How to grow the value of your business using your financials as a roadmap with Ryan TansomLinks:Clarify your path towards a more valuable business by taking the Intentional Growth Financial Assessment: https://arkona.io/intentional-growth-financial-assessmentArkona: https://arkona.io/Ryan Tansom started his entrepreneurial career at his family business where he was the executive vice president and responsible for the strategic, operational, and financial strategy of the $21 million company. Ryan helped turn the company around and bring intentional focus to the right strategies which enabled it to be sold for 8 figures to a local competitor in 2014. Ryan took his experience and founded Arkona to create the Intentional Growth™ Framework which he...
2023-01-201h 02
Business Vitality®144 - Making It All Worth It with Arkona's Co-Founder, Ryan TansomYour host, Catherine Cantey, talks with Arkona's Co-Founder, Ryan Tansom.From turning a business around to building from the ground up, Ryan co-founded Arkona, to teach and help entrepreneurs and founders how to view and run their company like a financial asset. Create wealth, enjoy work, and make an impact, making it all worth it.If you'd like to know more about Ryan's work, click here.If you'd like to be a guest on The Business Vitality® podcast, click HERE.
2023-01-1735 min
Deliberate Leaders Podcast with Allison DunnUnderstanding What You Want with Ryan TansomRyan Tansom started his entrepreneurial career at his family business where he was the executive vice president and responsible for the strategic, operational, and financial strategy of the $21 million company. Ryan helped turn the company around and bring intentional focus to the right strategies which enabled it to be sold for 8 figures to a local competitor in 2014.Ryan took his experience and founded Arkona to create the Intentional Growth™ Framework which helps owners grow the value of their company - with the end in mind - through educational training, fractional CFO services, and strategic planning.Ry...
2022-12-1232 min
How2Exit: Buy, Don't Build - M&A of Small BusinessesHow2Exit Episode 77: Ryan Tansom - Entrepreneur, Speaker, Podcaster and Educator.Ryan Tansom started his entrepreneurial career at his family business where he was the Executive VP and responsible for the strategic, operational, and financial strategy of the $21 Million company. Ryan helped turn the company around and bring intentional focus to the right strategies which enabled it to be sold for 8 figures to a local competitor in 2014. Ryan took his experience and founded Arkona to create the Intentional Growth™️ Framework which helps owners view – and run – their company like a financial asset through educational training, fractional CFO services and strategic planning. Ryan also hosts the popular Intentional Growth™️...
2022-12-0956 min
Making Bank HighlightsGet The Most Out Of Your Business With Ryan Tansom #MakingBank #S6E44In this episode of the Making Bank podcast, we welcome Ryan Tansom who started his entrepreneurial career in his family's business. They sold copiers, and Ryan worked as the executive vice president and grew the company to make 21 million dollars in revenue. Ryan is now the Co-Founder of Arkona; their mission is to help entrepreneurs develop the value of their companies through Value Growth Education and Strategic CFO Services. The idea is to help entrepreneurs shift their focus to long-term value creation rather than annual income.
Ryan talks about what it means to grow your bu...
2022-11-0408 min
Entrepreneur Stories 4⃣ Inspiration246: Helping Entrepreneurs Grow the Value of their Business | Ryan Tansom of Arkona: Intentional Growth™Ryan Tansom is the Co-Founder of Arkona. Ryan helped turn around their family business and then sell it for 8 figures to a local competitor in 2014. The growth and exit process was an unexpectedly difficult undertaking, but the lessons that were learned have proven to be invaluable. He took his experience and co-founded Arkona where he created the Intentional Growth™ 5 Principles and Framework and hosts the popular Intentional Growth™ podcast (260+ episodes and 360k+ downloads).
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2022-10-2100 min
Leading with Genuine CareRyan Tansom | The Importance of Intention“If you don't know where you're going, how are you making the decisions to get there?" — Ryan Tansom Ryan Tansom is founder of Arkona, a company that helps businesses grow with intention through trainings and fractional CFO services. I am thrilled to have Ryan join me on the podcast, since he and his cofounder, Pat Hobby, have been a big help to me in my own business, imageOne, and have helped me learn how to make decisions with more intention. The Intentional Growth™ Framework, along with other tools like EOS, Small Giants, The Great Game of Busin...
2022-08-0358 min
Beyond 8 FiguresA 5-Step Framework for Intentional Growth with Ryan Tansom, Arkona“If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up someplace else.” Ryan Tansom learned the hard way what can happen if you don’t find your “why” or have a clear direction for your business. That’s why he has focused his career on helping you create success on your own terms through his 5-Step Intentional Growth Framework, which we discuss in today’s episode! About Ryan Tansom:Ryan is an entrepreneur, speaker, podcast host, and Co-Founder and President of Arkona. Before founding Arkona, he revived his family business and then sold it for 8-figures...
2022-07-1348 min
Find Your Exit - Exit Planning Strategies for Business Owners035: The Intentional Growth Framework with Ryan TansomWhen the time comes to finally leave the company you have built you would like to have options available to you. But the reality for most is that they have not planned and prepared enough to put themselves in this position. Ryan Tansom has worked with business owners on the “Intentional Growth” framework that can put them on track to achieve their goals. Ryan helped turn around their family business and then sell it for 8 figures to a local competitor in 2014. The growth and exit process was an unexpectedly difficult undertaking, but the lessons that were learned have...
2022-06-3048 min
Do Good WorkIncreasing the Value of Your Private Company with Ryan TansomAfter turning around and selling his family business for 8-figures in 2014, Ryan devoted his life’s work to helping entrepreneurs get clarity on how to grow the value of their business so they can create wealth, enjoy work more, and have an impact. Highlights Who Ryan Tansom is and how he helps entrepreneurs How his experience working with founders is and how he started his journey Who he is usually working with How he guides people to make the decision or assess which path to take How to create highly valuable free content that can lead to...
2022-06-2826 min
Garlic Marketing ShowHow to Build a Company with a Stable, Predictable, and Transferrable Cashflow with Ryan TansomSometimes business owners focus on marketing so much that they tend to forget that they also need to pay attention to the numbers if they still want to be profitable by the end of the day.On this episode of the Garlic Marketing Show, Ryan Tansom, the Co-Founder of Arkona LLC, shares with us the importance of the numbers behind marketing.What You’ll Learn:How to build a valuable businessWhy you should be focusing on cash flow that is SUSTAINABLE, PREDICTABLE, and TRANSFERABLEBuilding a marketing plan based on yo...
2022-06-2131 min
Systems SimplifiedIncreasing the Value of Your Business With Ryan TansomRyan Tansom is the Co-founder and Partner of Arkona, a company that teaches business owners how to grow the value of their business through educational workshops, fractional CFO services, and strategic planning. Ryan started his career working in his family's business, where he helped turn it around and sold it for eight figures. He hosts the popular podcast, Intentional Growth, which boasts over 300 episodes and more than 300,000 downloads. Additionally, he is a frequent keynote speaker and a soon-to-be author. In this episode: Most entrepreneurs fail to realize the potential value of their business b...
2022-06-1039 min
Business Owners RadioFINANCE | How to create a path to a more valuable business. w/Ryan TansomRyan Tansom, founder of Arkona and host of the popular Intentional Growth podcast, shares insights on value creation and the Five Principles of Intentional Growth. Learn how to get clarity on what you want from your business and why. Find out how to view your business as an asset and run the company like a private equity-owned business. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher. Website | Fa...
2022-05-0232 min
Invest and ScaleEP10 Family Business 8 Figures exit with Ryan TansomOur guest this week is Ryan Tansom, who helped turn around his family's business and sold it for eight figures to a local competitor in 2014. He co-founded Arkona where he created International growth, five principles, and a framework, and hosted the popular life after business podcast with over 200 episodes and 300,000 downloads.
As an entrepreneur, he enjoys helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses and increase their value by changing their mindset from annual income to focusing on long-term growth.
Podcast Highlights:
Ryan discusses how he became involved in family businesses, what challenges he encountered, and what...
2022-04-1943 min
Top M&A EntrepreneursRyan Tansom: Intentional Growth/Long Term Value, with End Goal In Mind E: 54 Top M&A Entrepreneur Take the Business Buyer Readiness Assessment → Intentional Growth, Focusing on Long Term Value with the End Goal in Mind - through 5 Principles to Clarify Your Vision:1. Your Drivers2. Financial Targets3. Exit Options 4. Increase Value 5. Team of AdvisorsRyan Tansomhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-tansom-4a440710/https://arkona.io/
2022-04-1849 min
Amplify To 7 Figures PodcastEp #93 I sold my company for 8-figures with Ryan TansomToday’s guest started his entrepreneurial career at his family business where he was the executive vice president and responsible for the strategic, operational, and financial strategy of the $21 million company. Today’s guest helped turn the company around and bring intentional focus to the right strategies which enabled it to be sold for 8 figures to a local competitor in 2014. He took his experience and founded Arkona to create the Intentional Growth™ Framework which helps owners grow the value of their company - with the end in mind - through educational training, fractional CFO services, and strategic planning.Plea...
2022-04-0531 min
INspired INsider PodcastIntentional Growth Principles: Secrets To Repairing a Broken System With Ryan Tansom, Co-Founder of ArkonaRyan Tansom started his entrepreneurial career at his family business, where he was responsible for the operational and financial strategy of the $21 million company. He helped turn the company around and bring intentional focus to the right strategy, which enabled them to sell to a local competitor for eight figures. Ryan is the Co-founder and Partner of Arkona, where they help entrepreneurs get clarity and control on how to grow the value of their company through Value Growth Education and Strategic CFO Services. He is the Host of the Intentional Growth podcast. In this episode…...
2022-03-2245 min
Embracing Change with Feisal Alibhai"Lessons Learned from Getting Stage 3 Cancer" on the Intentional Growth Podcast with Ryan TansomIn this episode, Feisal joins Ryan Tansom as a guest on the International Growth Podcast. Feisal walks us through what it was like getting a life-altering diagnosis and how it changed the way he looked at his life and business. He reflects on his new mindset, and the shift in his approach from a work-work-work to a “game time then, and game time now” view. He shares his insights on stress and health, as well as some key measures every business owner should take to keep their mind and body healthy for the years to come.About Ryan...
2022-03-041h 27
Sessions with System & Soul#001: Intentional Growth with Ryan TansomHappy New Year, System and Soul listeners! We’re kicking off this year something different and exciting. Today we’re beginning a mini series with our friend Jennifer Zick, Founder and CEO of Authentic Brand. Jennifer is taking over our podcast to talk with some of her friends who are making an impact in the system and soul of their business.In this first episode, Jennifer invites Ryan Tansom, President and Co-founder at Arkona, on the podcast to discuss his framework for helping businesses increase their value. Ryan explains the vision behind Arkona which serves its clients serv...
2022-01-0428 min
System & Soul#001: Intentional Growth with Ryan TansomHappy New Year, System and Soul listeners! We’re kicking off this year something different and exciting. Today we’re beginning a mini series with our friend Jennifer Zick, Founder and CEO of Authentic Brand. Jennifer is taking over our podcast to talk with some of her friends who are making an impact in the system and soul of their business.
In this first episode, Jennifer invites Ryan Tansom, President and Co-founder at Arkona, on the podcast to discuss his framework for helping businesses increase their value. Ryan explains the vision behind Arkona which serves its clients serv...
2022-01-0428 min
EntreArchitect Podcast with Mark R. LePageEA399: Ryan Tansom – How To Determine The Value of an Architecture FirmHow To Determine The Value of an Architecture Firm
Ryan Tansom helped turn around his family business and then sell it for eight-figures. Since then, he founded Arkona to teach business owners how to grow the value of their business with an end in mind through educational workshops, fractional CFO services and strategic planning.
In addition to Arkona, Ryan is a sought after speaker and host of the popular podcast Intentional Growth. The show has 235 episodes, guests like Jack Stack, Gino Wickman, and the editor of Inc. Magazine and HBR, and has hundreds of thousands...
2021-08-2046 min
Successful ScalesEp 33: Growing the Value of Your Business with an End in Mind with Ryan Tansom - President & Founder of ArkonaIn today's episode, we speak with Ryan Tansom - President and Founder of Arkona and Host of Intentional Growth™ Podcast.
Arkona helps entrepreneurs grow the value of their business with an end in mind through educational workshops, fractional CFO services, and strategic planning.
Ryan's 'Why' is "To help owners create a valuable company that gives them choices so they can get what they want from their business" and you will hear more about it in this podcast episode.
Topics covered:
What is a lifestyle business
Ownership role vs management role
Growing the val...
2021-05-251h 07
Working Without Pants - Creative Entrepreneurship191: Building for a Lucrative Exit with Ryan TansomA multitude of startup founders who take the plunge into entrepreneurship do so with the goal of financial freedom and independence. But when faced with the prospect of an investment, an acquisition, or a merger, most entrepreneurs don’t realize what needs to be done. This can lead to a shattered realization of a broken dream as the vision of that financial gain from all your hard work begins to fade into obscurity. Today’s episode of Work Without Pants features Ryan Tansom. Ryan is the Co-Founder of Arkona and is an online educator who aims...
2021-01-1446 min
Scale Up With Nick BradleyIntentional Growth And Value Creation - with Ryan Tansom - President Of ArkonaIn this episode, Nick talks to Ryan Tansom, the president of Arkona, who help business owners and entrepreneurs increase the value of their business with the end in mind. Ryan’s is a story of value creation, having turned around his family business, resulting in a sale that netted an eight-figure sum. Since then, Ryan has taken the lessons learned, and has helped other entrepreneurs to focus on long term value creation. Find out now if you’re building a high-value, exitable business (even if you have no immediate plans to sell it). You’ll get an i...
2020-10-2253 min
The Intentional Greatness PodcastStart With the End in Mind, with Ryan TansomRyan Tansom helped turn around their family business and then sell it for 8 figures to a local competitor in 2014. The growth and exit process was an unexpectedly difficult undertaking, but the lessons he learned have proven to be invaluable. That experience led to co-founding Arkona, a Minnesota-based company that teaches business owners how to grow the value of their business through educational courses and Strategic CFO Services. He created the Intentional Growth™ 5 Principles and Framework and now hosts the popular Intentional Growth™ podcast (200+ episodes and 300k+ downloads). Ryan helps entrepreneurs get clarity on how to grow...
2020-10-071h 00
The Dick Polipnick ShowThe Smart Way to Buy a Business | How to Buy a Business with Ryan Tansom★ When it comes to buying and selling businesses, there’s a lot to know about. Not only do you have to be knowledgeable in acquisitions, but you also have to know how businesses run, how finances work, and how deals are structured. Although each one of these aspects could be enough material to be a college degree, buying a business is easier than you think.
★ FULL SHOW NOTES: https://www.onlinegrowthsystems.com/blog/the-smart-way-to-buy-a-business-in-2020
✎ Learn how to buy a business the smart way with serial entrepreneur and acquisition expert, Ryan Tansom.
✎ If you...
2020-08-261h 08
FLOW with Arman AssadiRyan Tansom | Creating an Intentional & Profitable BusinessRyan Tansom, the podcast host of “Intentional Growth,” is a keynote speaker, investor, and the co-founder of Arkona and the GEXP Collaborative. After turning around his family’s business, Ryan helped to sell it along with his father for over 8-figures in 2014. During this exit process, he learned a ton after making mistakes that left millions of dollars on the table.Since that experience, Ryan has taken what he’s learned and now helps other entrepreneurs to avoid these mistakes by guiding them to get clarity around what they want and control over how to get it. ...
2020-08-041h 16
Onward NationPreparing to exit your business the right way, with Ryan TansomRyan Tansom became a business junkie early in life as he watched his father grow a small technology company into one of the market leaders in Minneapolis. He joined Imaging Path full-time during the financial crisis when the business was in rough shape. Ryan started in sales and eventually worked his way up to Executive VP after helping turn the distressed company into a profitable B2B technology provider. In 2014, he and his dad decided to sell their business to a local competitor for a multitude of reasons. The exit process was an unexpectedly difficult undertaking, but...
2020-05-0800 min
Beyond 7 Figures: Build, Scale, ProfitRyan Tansom on Strategic Growth and Exit Plans for Businesses...Ep #18 - My guest for this episode is Ryan Tansom, the podcast host of "Life After Business," a keynote speaker, investor, and the co-founder of Arkona and the GEXP Collaborative. After turning around his family's business, Ryan helped to sell it along with his father for over 8-figures in 2014. During this exit process, he learned a ton after making mistakes that left millions of dollars on the table. Since that experience, Ryan has taken what he's learned and now helps other entrepreneurs to avoid these mistakes by guiding them to get clarity around what they want and...
2019-11-2944 min
Capitalism.com with Ryan Daniel Moran8-Figure Payday (Life After Business) w/ Ryan TansomI recently went on the Life After Business podcast with Ryan Tansom. His show focuses on business exits and what life can be like on the other side after a big payday. After my own big exit last year I am back to brand building and growing Capitalism.com with events like the Brand Builder Summit and The Capitalism Conference. My mastermind group The Backroom is geared towards helping entrepreneurs build sellable businesses so they can have an 8 or 9-Figure exit of their own.
2018-07-0554 min
The Quiet Light PodcastHow To Plan a Strategic Exit: A Podcast with Ryan TansomWhat are the different aspects needed to grow a sustainable business that is transferable and valuable? Today's episode is all about planning a successful strategic exit plan when selling your business. Whether it be online, offline, or hybrid, how you lay the foundation for your business is the key to a smooth transaction even before you start the process of selling. We are talking with Ryan Tansom, a fellow podcaster, consultant, and successful business seller all about how he turned his sale into a springboard for helping others accomplish a great exit. Episode Highlights: How a s...
2018-04-2537 min