Buying Online Businesses Podcast

Buying and selling a business isn't just about the money—it's about so much more. In today's episode, Jaryd sits down with Omeed Tabiei, a seasoned lawyer specializing in SaaS founders and acquirers, boasting nearly a decade of legal experience. With a diverse background as an in-house lawyer and time spent at both boutique and large firms, Omeed has a knack for helping clients secure outstanding deals. In this insightful episode, Jaryd and Omeed dive into the intricacies of business acquisitions and sales. They discuss how to raise funds for acquiring a business, the best places to find those funds, and strategies for scaling a business. The conversation also touches on different stages of scaling, various types of raises, and the sources from which to obtain the necessary funds. Omeed offers valuable advice for sellers, sharing his vision for those planning to exit their business and outlining the crucial steps they need to take for a smooth transition. They also highlight the importance of building trust i

In this episode, Jaryd Krause tackles the fascinating world of SaaS pricing with expert Dan Balcauski. Dan, the founder and Chief Pricing Officer at Product Tranquility in Austin, Texas, specializes in helping high-volume B2B SaaS CEOs determine optimal pricing and packaging for their new products. With extensive experience across both B2C and B2B sectors, from startups to publicly traded companies, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion. Throughout the episode, Dan shares how he began his journey in pricing SaaS products and reveals the three main levers for scaling a SaaS business. He discusses the often-overlooked importance of pricing in the marketplace and provides insights on how to determine if a business is overcharging or undercharging for its products. Additionally, Dan explains the willingness to pay equation for customers and highlights common pitfalls in pricing strategies. Tune in to gain key insights into how corrective pricing can significantly impact scaling a SaaS company.   Epis

An amazing question to ponder is this: How can entrepreneurs have the confidence and conviction that their journey toward acquiring and building wealth will truly work and provide the lifestyle they desire? How can they know if it will all pan out right? In this episode, Jaryd takes a more personal approach, sharing insights and experiences from his own journey. He addresses tough questions about mindset that have come from a listener who’s been grappling with their own business struggles. This listener has been following Jaryd's podcast episodes and reached out via email with a series of questions. Together, he explores how to build wealth, replace income, and do it all with confidence and conviction, even when facing adversity. When things aren’t going as planned, it’s easy to doubt whether time, money, and energy are being invested into the right strategies. Frequently switching of tactics and trying different methods to make money online can be tempting. In this episode, Jaryd shares his stories and the s

For today’s episode, we're diving deep into the intricacies of acquiring and exiting online businesses. Joining us is Chris Guthrie, a seasoned M&A advisor from Quiet Light, a name many of you are already familiar with. Chris has a wealth of experience, having bought and scaled various online businesses, from content sites to e-commerce and SaaS businesses. Chris shares his journey into the world of online business acquisitions, detailing how he started and scaled his ventures. We explore the different types of online business models he prefers and which ones he would choose if he were to acquire them again. Chris provides his insights into due diligence, sharing stories and mistakes from his own experiences to help you avoid common pitfalls. He offers crucial advice for both buyers and sellers, emphasizing the importance of preparation and realistic expectations. They also talked about the common deal structures in online business transactions, discussing financing options, cash down payments, earnouts,

Joining us on the BOB podcast is Matt Edmundson, a serial investor and entrepreneur in the e-commerce space. Matt has an impressive track record, having generated over $75 million in sales for his own businesses and over $100 million in sales for his coaching clients. In this episode, Jaryd and Matt dive deep into the methodologies and tactics that Matt employs to transform six-figure e-commerce brands into thriving seven-figure enterprises. They explore how Matt approaches partnerships with e-commerce brands, structuring deals with equity stakes, and leveraging his expertise to scale these businesses effectively. Matt will also share his insights on the critical steps he takes to prepare these brands for successful exits, often working closely with other shareholders and partners. They'll discuss real-world examples of businesses he's scaled, including a specific case where he took a company from $3 million to $6-7 million in revenue. Throughout our conversation, Matt provides lessons learned from dealing wi

Have you ever wondered if the traditional knowledge about driving traffic and ranking keywords is actually leading website owners astray? What if there's more to SEO success than just content creation and keyword optimization? Today, we’re thrilled to be joined by Nathan Gotch, co-founder of Rankability and founder of Gotch SEO. Nathan helps people create content that search engines love to rank and provides top-tier SEO training. In this episode, Jaryd and Nathan discuss the recent Google updates and why some websites lost traffic while others remained stable or even saw gains. We explore the concept of authority in SEO, including the importance of domain and brand authority and how you can build these crucial elements for long-term success. But the conversation doesn't stop at SEO tactics. They also dive into the broader strategy of building valuable assets for your online business, knowing when to focus on ranking keywords, and why SEO shouldn't be your sole focus. Join us as we uncover the state of SEO to

Imagine mastering sales and marketing by working alongside legendary entrepreneurs like Tony Robbins and Joy Mangano; wouldn’t it be fun? Today, we’re thrilled to have a conversation with Martin Bispels, a marketing mastermind with over 30 years of experience in D2C marketing and business development. Martin's impressive career includes driving over $6 billion in sales and orchestrating two significant business acquisitions during his tenure at QVC. Now, he owns and operates his own e-commerce venture, Upper Park Disc Golf, while also serving as a marketing consultant and CMO for various businesses. In this episode, Jaryd and Martin dive into his extensive experience at QVC, exploring the essence of the company and the lessons he learned from influential figures in marketing and sales, such as Tony Robbins and Joy Mangano. They'll uncover the secrets behind building trust, fostering relationships, and mastering the art of selling and marketing. They also talked about Martin’s transition into the M&A space

Joining in this special episode is none other than Ace Chapman! Ace is one of the pioneers in buying online businesses and has been a major player in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) industry for over 20 years. Ace's story is truly inspiring. He started buying online businesses over two decades ago, back when it was a brand-new concept. Since then, he's owned 40 businesses, both online and offline. Now, he focuses on creating microprivate equity firms and helps people with strategic acquisitions, mergers, and divestitures within holding companies. In this episode, Ace and Jaryd will go down memory lane to when they first met and began working together. They'll share stories about our early days, some of the deals they’ve worked on, and how our partnership has grown over the years. Ace will also share his insights on growing a business through acquisition. He'll explain that scaling isn't just about buying one business—it's about buying all the businesses that help your main business run smoothly, from o

In this special episode, we're joined by Alessandro Di Ruscio, an expert in overcoming the challenges of leaving traditional jobs behind. Alessandro Di Ruscio is the founder of the Escape 9 to 5 Club. The Club is a working and connecting space for entrepreneurs, content creators and side hustlers who want to build a profitable and successful online business. He teaches business owners how to use LIVE events and LIVE bootcamps in order to attract clients. Alessandro shares why he wanted out of his 9-5 and what he did? Where did his drive come from? What does he do to stay on route and how does he help people do the same? How can you increase your business's revenue by actually using social media the way 99% of people don’t? How do you connect with your audience and clients to give them exactly what they want and they’ll pay you handsomely for these events? Get actionable tips in this episode and exit the 9-5 challenges!     Episode Highlights 03:50 Alessandro’s journey before being an entrepreneur 10:35 How do

In this episode, we will dive deep into the ever-evolving world of online business, content creation, and digital marketing. Today we have a special guest joining us. Meet Alex Cooper, the man behind WP Eagle. On his popular YouTube channel, Alex shares his extensive knowledge of affiliate marketing and WordPress, the world's most popular CMS system for creating websites. His passion for WordPress and internet marketing has helped countless individuals succeed in the digital space. Jaryd and Alex engage in a refreshing and candid conversation about the current landscape of buying online businesses. They explore the trends in market multiples, whether people are actively buying businesses or waiting on the sidelines, and where they're investing their cash. They also discuss the impact of the latest Google updates. Have these changes hit content creators hard? What's happened to those affected? Alex shares insights from his discussions with other influencers in internet marketing and SEO, revealing how they're

Discover the strategies and stories behind building and scaling e-commerce businesses. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Paul Avins, an industry expert known for his mastery of scaling e-commerce ventures to extraordinary heights. Join us as we explore the roadmap to achieving a 7-8 figure exit with Paul's lessons and experiences. They talked about acquiring businesses and a few tales Paul has. He shares his three step approach to scaling.  They also discussed how he helped to scale an e-commerce brand? How do you prepare your business for an exit where you sell at the highest possible price? How do you carry yourself through the selling stage of your business? Two entrepreneurs Paul is impressed by and what can we learn from the character of these entrepreneurs? Unlock the secrets of e-commerce success with this episode featuring Paul Avins.      Episode Highlights 03:00 What is Paul’s motivation in buying businesses? 10:30 Buying a digital asset that has scalable potential is a massive opportunity 18:

Join us as we dive into the valuable lessons learned by Justin Cooke, the CEO of Empire Flippers, who has overseen the sale of over $490 million worth of online businesses. In this special podcast episode, we explore the strategies, challenges, and success stories behind the world of online business acquisitions and sales.  They have talked about what Justin has learned about M&A over the past 14 years. How acquiring online business changed over the years? When financing become a thing? Why POF? How do hire the best mentors and decide? How do create an environment/community of people like you or who you aspire to be like? Get ready to uncover the insights that could reshape your approach to online business, whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just venturing into the digital marketplace.   Episode Highlights 02:16 - How do sell your online business? 09:00 - How did the Empire Flippers start? 11:38  - What’s good for acquisition entrepreneurs? 15:47 - Changes in the Acquisition Industry  20:01  - Fin

It’s time to spice things up as we explore the cutting-edge trends and insights in the world of SEO and AI. We are thrilled to introduce our guest today, Eli Schwartz. Eli is the bestselling author of "Product-Led SEO" and an SEO expert and consultant with over a decade of experience. He has collaborated with leading B2B and B2C companies, helping clients like Shutterstock, Coinbase, WordPress, Blue Nile, Quora, and Zendesk generate millions in revenue through highly successful global SEO strategies. Jaryd and Eli discuss what’s happened in the landscape of SEO from 2011 to 2024 and what it’s going to look like well into the future? Why are most AI businessesn't actually helping users, and how is Google? Why should we be bullish on not just Google but SEO moving forward for all platforms? Why is it not about keywords anymore and what's it actually about?  They also talked about how to create content that Google and all search engines will love? (Hint hint, don’t create for just the search engine itself - you’

In today’s BOB podcast, Jaryd has an extraordinary guest, Marc Roca, a powerhouse in the business acquisition sector. With over eight years of experience and a track record as a seven-figure seller, Marc has revolutionized the way we think about buying businesses. Marc Roca is not just any entrepreneur; he is the founder of the third-ever Amazon Aggregator and has acquired an impressive portfolio of over 30 brands to date. In this episode, we explore Marc's journey from his initial steps into the world of business acquisitions to becoming a leading figure in the industry. They talked about when, why, and how Marc got started buying businesses? How he buy 30 businesses over 6 years? How does he structure deals, how does he finance them, and what does he pay investors? What are the businesses he bought that failed and how does he have to shut them down—those that have done well?  Marc also spills his top 3 lessons for any acquisition entrepreneur and his 25 year vision. Jaryd and Marc share the wise words they’

Do you know what it’s like to acquire a business? Let’s hear it from Tim, who is a Buying Online Businesses graduate who works in construction, didn’t know much about how the internet worked and successfully worked his way up to buying a 6 figure online business to replace his income and achieve financial independence so he can travel and live a lifestyle of freedom.  In this podcast, Tim shares his journey on why he wanted to buy an online business, the challenges he faced and the hurdles he had to overcome to do so. Tim also shared some sage advice for anybody who is looking to buy an online business. From how to mentally prepare, what you should be looking for in a business during due diligence and how to be successful in this game. If you want to know what it takes to acquire a business, then dive into this episode!   Episode Highlights 03:00 - Buying an online business 10:45 - Challenges in buying a business 19:20 - Things Tim went through during due diligence 29:19 - Business acquisition 37:50 - Mindset

In this insightful solo podcast episode, Jaryd Krause dives deep into the essential yet often overlooked aspects of achieving financial freedom through online businesses. The discussion revolves around the foundational principles and mindset required to succeed in this pursuit,  highlighting that the path to success is not solely determined by the choice of business vehicle but by the individual's internal and external dynamics. This episode is a must-listen for anyone striving to achieve financial independence and build sustainable wealth through building an online portfolio.  Don’t miss out on this episode!   Episode Highlights 03:20 Accepting where we are is a good starting point 08:30 Jaryd’s commitment to financial freedom 13:45 Showing the world that you’ve made it can be detrimental to your success 21:00 Diversification has its downfall  27:45 Take the hard path - path to wealth!   Key Takeaways ➥ Jaryd mentioned his unwavering commitment and dedication to the chosen path, viewing it not as a short-ter

Do you want to improve your website traffic? In this episode of SEO Insights, join Jaryd Krause as he dives deep into the recent Google Core Update with renowned SEO expert Kyle Roof. Discover how this update presents new opportunities for website owners and learn about alternate traffic sources and monetization strategies to thrive amidst evolving search engine algorithms. Jaryd and Kyle discuss which sites were affected the worst through these Google updates and why, which weren’t and why. Why is this a great time to be in online businesses, especially content sites, because of the opportunities? This is NOT toxic positivity; this is legit and they explain why in the pod. They go through strategies to reclaim traffic.  They also discuss why Google hates affiliate links and ads, ways to stop using affiliate links or ads and different monetization methods for those types of sites. And how do we determine which sites are recoverable or buyable and why? Check out the entire video to find out how you can improve

In this special podcast episode, Jaryd dives into the impact of recent Google updates on online businesses and explores strategies for acquiring and growing profitable online businesses. Join us as Jaryd discusses the evolving landscape of online entrepreneurship and uncovers valuable insights for making money online amidst algorithmic changes.   Episode Highlights 03:40 Why do people hate Google updates? 15:40 Your audience wants quality content! 25:50 Create multiple sources of traffic 39:30 You can make money online in different ways 49:20 Facebook Ads is way better now  Key Takeaways ➥ Jaryd emphasizes the importance of not relying solely on Google for traffic and revenue, highlighting the need to adapt and diversify strategies in response to Google's algorithm changes.  ➥ Jaryd suggests that Google's algorithm updates are targeting content sites that prioritize ad revenue and affiliate earnings over providing genuine value to users. He explains that Google is favoring e-commerce businesses that genuinel

In this episode, we discuss the transformative power of mindfulness in pursuing passive income with real estate expert and entrepreneur Allen Lomax. Discover how mindfulness can shape your investment approach and lead to financial freedom. Like many others, Dr. Allen’s journey into real estate began as a part-time accidental investor, initially exploring fix-and-flip projects and rental properties. Over time, he transitioned from accidental to intentional investing, leveraging his experiences to create impactful real estate opportunities. Today, Allen empowers successful entrepreneurs to enhance their financial well-being through passive, hands-off real estate investments. Jaryd and Allen have an exciting discussion about the biggest obstacles that hinder people from achieving passive income. Why are people’s fears not actually false, and what should we do about them to move forward in a positive direction? How similar is real estate to buying a business?  Allen also shares a few stories about horses and how

Have you thought of owning an online business like an e-commerce brand? Here’s your chance to learn more about the evolving landscape of running an online business. In this captivating episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of John Chen, who turned a modest investment of $7,500 into a thriving e-commerce brand valued at $500K. John Chen has bought 2 online businesses from Flippa and sold 1. Both being in the e-commerce business, he knows a lot about scaling and exiting e-commerce. Join us as John shares his strategies and lessons learned along the way, offering advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to navigate the world of e-commerce. They discussed the business he bought, scaled and sold, how much he bought it for, and how much he sold it for? Why did he sell it? What did he do to grow the business? What did he learn about scaling businesses that he shared with us and also implemented in his other businesses? If you want to know how to buy, scale, and exit an e-commerce brand, tune in to this episod