In episode #1874, Neil and Eric talk about when you should buy a business. While it might seem more attractive to build something from scratch, it is infinitely more challenging, which is why there are upsides to buying and growing. Tune in to hear how to get the timing right!

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
[00:25] Today’s topic: When Should You Start Buying Businesses?
[00:28] For most people, in most sectors, it’s harder to start a business than it is to grow one.  
[01:05] Why the best time to consider buying is when things are flat for you. 
[01:51] When you buy a small business, you have to have good operators in place.
[02:56] Don’t buy if your company can’t handle it.
[03:38] Factor in that many times M&A won’t work out.
[04:02] That’s it for today! 
[04:02] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785!



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In episode #1874, Neil and Eric talk about when you should buy a business. While it might seem more attractive to build something from scratch, it is infinitely more challenging, which is why there are upsides to buying and growing. Tune in to hear how to get the timing right! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: <ul> <li>[00:25] Today’s topic: When Should You Start Buying Businesses?</li> <li>[00:28] For most people, in most sectors, it’s harder to start a business than it is to grow one.  </li> <li>[01:05] Why the best time to consider buying is when things are flat for you. </li> <li>[01:51] When you buy a small business, you have to have good operators in place.</li> <li>[02:56] Don’t buy if your company can’t handle it.</li> <li>[03:38] Factor in that many times M&amp;A won’t work out.</li> <li>[04:02] That’s it for today! </li> <li>[04:02] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the <a href="https://marketingschool.io/live">Marketing School</a> site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785!</li> </ul>   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: <a href="https://microacquire.com/">MicroAcquire</a><a href="https://flippa.com/">Flippa </a><a href="https://empireflippers.com/">Empire Flippers</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Buy-Then-Build-Acquisition-Entrepreneurs/dp/1544501137">Buy Then Build</a><a href="https://www.agilema.com/">Agile M&amp;A</a> Leave Some Feedback:     <ul> <li>What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.</li> </ul>     Connect with Us:    <ul> <li><a href="http://neilpatel.com">Neilpatel.com</a></li> <li>
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In episode #1874, Neil and Eric talk about when you should buy a business. While it might seem more attractive to build something from scratch, it is infinitely more challenging, which is why there are upsides to buying and growing. Tune in to hear...

When Should You Start Buying Businesses? #1874

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In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. We discuss hiring marketers, agency coaching, dealing with business lulls, acquiring big clients, relationship building, and podcasting strategies.



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Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) 



TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
(00:00) Strategic Hiring for Marketers
(00:56) Coaching and Growth Support for Agencies
(02:44) Acquiring Big Clients through Relationship Building
(13:16) Podcasting Strategies for Client Acquisition

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In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. We discuss hiring marketers, agency coaching, dealing with business lulls, acquiring big clients, relationship building, and podcasting strategies.
 
Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTJmkA2-u7Kyblm5_P6tKdA"> YouTube</a>!
 
Check out more of Eric’s content (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/levelingupofficial/videos">Leveling UP YT</a>) and Neil’s videos (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/neilpatel/videos">Neil Patel YT</a>) 
 
TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(00:00) Strategic Hiring for Marketers</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(00:56) Coaching and Growth Support for Agencies</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(02:44) Acquiring Big Clients through Relationship Building</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(13:16) Podcasting Strategies for Client Acquisition</li>
</ul>
Go to<a href="https://www.marketingschool.io"> https://www.marketingschool.io</a> to learn more!
 
Leave Some Feedback: 
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<li aria-level="1">What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.</li>
</ul>
 
Connect with Us: 
 
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<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.singlegrain.com/?utm_source=ms-podcast&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-notes">Single Grain</a> &lt;&lt; Eric’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.npdigital.com/">NP Digital</a> &lt;&lt; Neil’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/neilpatel">X @neilpatel</a></li>
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In episode #2751, we discuss the importance of video content, the impact of social media on business success, the significance of traditional marketing channels, and the role of due diligence in business acquisitions.



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Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) 



TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
(00:00) Today's topic: 30M vs 500 Views - The One Change That Made All The Difference
(01:15) 30M vs 500 Views - The One Change That Made All The Difference
(13:39) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!



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In episode #2751, we discuss the importance of video content, the impact of social media on business success, the significance of traditional marketing channels, and the role of due diligence in business acquisitions.
 
Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTJmkA2-u7Kyblm5_P6tKdA"> YouTube</a>!
 
Check out more of Eric’s content (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/levelingupofficial/videos">Leveling UP YT</a>) and Neil’s videos (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/neilpatel/videos">Neil Patel YT</a>) 
 
TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(00:00) Today's topic: 30M vs 500 Views - The One Change That Made All The Difference</li>
<li aria-level="1">(01:15) 30M vs 500 Views - The One Change That Made All The Difference</li>
<li aria-level="1">(13:39) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!</li>
</ul>
 
Go to<a href="https://www.marketingschool.io"> https://www.marketingschool.io</a> to learn more!
 
Leave Some Feedback: 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.</li>
</ul>
 
Connect with Us: 
 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.singlegrain.com/?utm_source=ms-podcast&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-notes">Single Grain</a> &lt;&lt; Eric’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.npdigital.com/">NP Digital</a> &lt;&lt; Neil’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/neilpatel">X @neilpatel</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/ericosiu">X @ericosiu</a></li>
</ul>

30M vs 500 Views - The One Change That Made All The Difference

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In episode #2750, we discuss the impact of AI concierge on dating and business, the implications of M&A for business growth, the rise of AI-generated podcasts, the challenges of social networking platforms, and the influence of influencers and affiliate marketing. 



Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube!



Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) 



TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
(00:00) Today's topic: AI concierge will affect dating, Perplexity's AI-generated podcast, OpenAI's long-term risks, & more
(01:15) AI Concierge Will Affect Dating - Implications for Business
(03:27) Perplexity's AI Generated Podcast
(04:24) OpenAI dissolves team focused on long-term AI risks, less than 1 year after announcing it
(06:09) Why is swarming killing SEO
(11:31) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!



Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more!



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Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency
NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency
X @neilpatel
X @ericosiu

In episode #2750, we discuss the impact of AI concierge on dating and business, the implications of M&amp;A for business growth, the rise of AI-generated podcasts, the challenges of social networking platforms, and the influence of influencers and affiliate marketing. 
 
Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTJmkA2-u7Kyblm5_P6tKdA"> YouTube</a>!
 
Check out more of Eric’s content (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/levelingupofficial/videos">Leveling UP YT</a>) and Neil’s videos (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/neilpatel/videos">Neil Patel YT</a>) 
 
TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(00:00) Today's topic: AI concierge will affect dating, Perplexity's AI-generated podcast, OpenAI's long-term risks, &amp; more</li>
<li aria-level="1">(01:15) AI Concierge Will Affect Dating - Implications for Business</li>
<li aria-level="1">(03:27) Perplexity's AI Generated Podcast</li>
<li aria-level="1">(04:24) OpenAI dissolves team focused on long-term AI risks, less than 1 year after announcing it</li>
<li aria-level="1">(06:09) Why is swarming killing SEO</li>
<li aria-level="1">(11:31) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!</li>
</ul>
 
Go to<a href="https://www.marketingschool.io"> https://www.marketingschool.io</a> to learn more!
 
Leave Some Feedback: 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.</li>
</ul>
 
Connect with Us: 
 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.singlegrain.com/?utm_source=ms-podcast&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-notes">Single Grain</a> &lt;&lt; Eric’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.npdigital.com/">NP Digital</a> &lt;&lt; Neil’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/neilpatel">X @neilpatel</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/ericosiu">X @ericosiu</a></li>
</ul>

AI concierge will affect dating - implications for business, Perplexity's AI-generated podcast, OpenAI dissolves team focused on long-term AI risks (less than one year after announcing it), Why swarming is killing SEO, and Ag1 spent $40m on podcasts

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