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You can contact us here: 🐣 twitter.com/NickFourPillars 💼 www.linkedin.com/company/four-pillars-investors 🖥️ www.fourpillarsinvestors.com 📧 nmclean@fourpillarsinvestors.com 🔎🔎 More about Nick McLean from Four Pillars: Background: Operations management with an emphasis on Lean manufacturing; strategy development and execution; and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Which of the Four Pillars does Nick identify most closely with?…

You can contact us here: 🐣 twitter.com/NickFourPillars 💼 www.linkedin.com/company/four-pillars-investors 🖥️ www.fourpillarsinvestors.com 📧 nmclean@fourpillarsinvestors.com 🔎🔎 More about Nick McLean from Four Pillars: Background: Operations management with an emphasis on Lean manufacturing; strategy development and execution; and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Which of the Four Pillars does Nick identify most closely with?…

You can contact us here: 🐣 twitter.com/NickFourPillars 💼 www.linkedin.com/company/four-pillars-investors 🖥️ www.fourpillarsinvestors.com 📧 nmclean@fourpillarsinvestors.com 🔎🔎 More about Nick McLean from Four Pillars: Background: Operations management with an emphasis on Lean manufacturing; strategy development and execution; and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Which of the Four Pillars does Nick identify most closely with?…

What comes to mind when you hear the term: Private Equity? In this video we explore some of the reasons why people have a negative connotation about Private Equity and whether they're justified. We explore things such as cognitive biases that shape our world view to bad apples in the…

When you think of luxury cars that blend elegance with performance, Jaguar is a name that often comes to mind. With a history rich in innovation and a brand that has evolved over generations, Jaguar stands as a testament to enduring legacy in the automotive industry. The rebranding and the…

You can contact us here: 🐣 twitter.com/NickFourPillars 💼 www.linkedin.com/company/four-pillars-investors 🖥️ www.fourpillarsinvestors.com 📧 nmclean@fourpillarsinvestors.com 🔎🔎 More about Nick McLean from Four Pillars: Background: Operations management with an emphasis on Lean manufacturing; strategy development and execution; and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Which of the Four Pillars does Nick identify most closely with?…

Sam Fankuchen, founder and CEO of Golden, shares lessons on overcoming crises, building culture, and aligning stakeholders to achieve sustainable business growth. Connect WIth Sam Fankuchen https://www.linkedin.com/in/samfankuchen Golden https://www.goldenvolunteer.com/ My Ebook: How To Sell Your Business to Private Equity. 📚 https://amzn.to/4fF51IB Want to learn more about Private Equity or growing…

Strong leadership isn’t just about running a business—it’s a key factor in increasing its value when it’s time to sell. Buyers look for stability, trust, and confidence in a business, and having a solid leadership foundation can make all the difference. In this video, we explore how strong leadership impacts…

If you’ve watched my video on why you should consider selling your business to Private Equity, that probably made you curious about what goes on behind the scenes of a multi-million dollar private equity deal. In this video, I break down how deals are structured and why execution is key…

Welcome to Part 5 of my series: How To Sell Your Business To Private Equity Reaching the point where you can sell your business is no small feat. After years of hard work, you’ve grown your business to a place where selling is not just on the table, but instead…

What comes to mind when you hear the term ‘Private Equity’? Is it big firms like KKR? Blackstone? The Carlyle Group? There are many types of PE funds and different funds have different appetites. This video is part of a series from my book How To Sell Your Book to…

Welcome to Part 3 Of my Ebook: How To Sell Your Business to Private Equity. https://amzn.to/4fF51IB Despite economic uncertainties, M&A activity remains robust globally, in all segments of the market. However, remember that regional differences play a role. While North America and Europe maintain their lead, emerging markets in Asia…

What comes to mind when you hear the term ‘Private Equity’? Is it big firms like KKR? Blackstone? The Carlyle Group? There are many types of PE funds and different funds have different appetites. This video is part of a series from my book How To Sell Your Book to…

Gregory Gragg, CEO of Blue Chair, shares his journey from basement startup to growing multiple businesses, revealing lessons on delegation and resilience. He shares his remarkable story of building a business empire from humble beginnings, highlighting the importance of resilience, adaptability, and a never-give-up attitude. We unpack the key lessons…

Did you know that over 50% of Businesses Fail within 5 years? Let's face it - running a business is hard. Running a successful business for is even harder. But why is that? There are many things that could go wrong and while there are a lot of external factors…

If you don’t think making improvements in your business is important, then this probably isn’t the video or channel for you. When thinking about process improvement, what is the goal though? Not to split hairs on vernacular but my view is that the goal for any process improvement initiative should…

Leadership is the ability to inspire, guide, and influence a team toward achieving common goals while navigating challenges with vision and resilience. Effective leaders foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and trust, empowering others to take ownership of their roles and contribute to the company's success. They balance strategic thinking…

Whether you're looking to become a business owner or are a seasoned entrepreneur, this video is for you. As a Private Equity founder, I share topics such as: 00:00 Don't Start A Business! 00:25 How To Use an SBA Loan To Buy A Business 05:08 The Internet Fake Guru Trap…