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In this episode of the 10X Business Coaches Down Under podcast, hosts Gary Ryan & Alison Wheeler welcome Anita Marshall, a seasoned business broker from Gold Coast Business Brokers. Anita shares her extensive experience in the business brokerage industry, emphasizing the importance of preparing a business for sale well in advance. She discusses key factors that make a business attractive to potential buyers, such as having robust systems and processes in place, ensuring the business is not overly reliant on the owner, and maintaining a comprehensive database of contacts and referral partners. Anita also highlights the significance of realistic pricing and the role of professional brokers in facilitating successful transactions.

The conversation delves into the common pitfalls business owners face when selling their businesses, including unrealistic expectations regarding valuation and timeframes. Anita provides valuable insights for both sellers and buyers, stressing the need for due diligence and the benefits of working with experienced brokers. She encourages business owners to start preparing for a sale early, even if they are not ready to sell immediately, to maximize their business's value. The episode concludes with Anita sharing her motivation and the support she gains from being part of the 10X group, reinforcing the importance of community among business owners.

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This interview features Lyndon Jones from NextGenEdge, discussing strategies for parenting. He shares actionable coaching tips and advice to promote skill building in young individuals. Learn how to promote positive reinforcement and improve effective communication with at-risk children.

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Want to sell your business for maximum value? In this episode of the 10X Business Coach Program Presents DownUnder Series Podcast, Kerry Boulton (The Exit Strategy Group) explains why 80% of businesses listed for sale don’t sell and how you can be in the top 20% that do. We cover exit strategy, financial and personal readiness, business valuation drivers, and how to build a company that runs without you. What you’ll learn - The key drivers that increase a business’s sale-ability - Why identity and emotions can block exit planning - Financial readiness vs personal readiness - Recurring revenue, marketing differentiation, and clean financials - How to prepare for unexpected offers and life after business

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Kerry Boulton is the founder of The Exit Strategy Group. She helps business owners plan, prepare, and execute successful exits with clarity and confidence.

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Hosted by Gary Ryan and Alison Wheeler, coaches helping small business owners grow revenue, build high-performing teams, and lead with confidence. Share this episode Know a business owner without an exit plan? Share this with them.

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In this video, Gary Ryan, on behalf of Alison Wheeler, discusses the ten primary reasons why your business may not be achieving the success you desire as we approach the end of 2025. Gary emphasizes the importance of clarity around your target and value proposition, as well as the need to measure what matters and execute with discipline. He encourages you to assess your current situation honestly and identify any foundational flaws, execution gaps, or mindset barriers that may be holding you back. The key takeaway is to take massive action and commit to relentless learning to create an extraordinary 2026. Gary and Alison invite you to reach out to https://businessgrowthdownunder.com for support in overcoming these challenges and driving your business forward.

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In this conversation with hosts Alison Wheeler & Gary Ryan, Diana Romero, an ontological and business coach, shares her insights on personal development, the challenges faced by her clients, and the transformative power of coaching. She emphasizes the importance of self-belief, consistency in building habits, and the impact of the 10X coaching philosophy on her life and work. Diana discusses her journey from being a news anchor to a successful coach, highlighting the common struggles her clients face, such as procrastination and low self-esteem. The conversation concludes with Diana's commitment to helping others realize their potential and the importance of taking action to achieve success.

Takeaways

• Diana has conducted over 2000 coaching sessions.
• Ontological coaching focuses on understanding personal behavior and past influences.
• Identifying subconscious barriers is crucial for personal growth.
• Procrastination and low self-esteem are common challenges among clients.
• Self-belief is essential for achieving goals.
• Consistency in habit-building is key to success.
• Diana's journey from news anchor to coach was driven by a desire to help others.
• 10X coaching has transformed Diana's mindset and approach to business.
• Overcoming personal struggles can enhance coaching effectiveness.
• Diana encourages clients to take action and be unreasonable in their pursuits.

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In this insightful discussion with hosts Alison Wheeler and Gary Ryan, Beth Wright from RAM Hardware Products shares how her hardware business has achieved remarkable growth through implementing strategic changes. As a business coach guides her through the process, she reveals valuable sales tips that have transformed their approach to customer engagement. The conversation explores essential business development strategies, while highlighting the importance of sales development and what it truly means to be an entrepreneur in the hardware industry.

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Summary
Rosemary Hocknell, founder of Social Tides, discusses the importance of anchoring your brand and the three pillars of business success: profit, presence, and people. She emphasizes the need for businesses to be omnipresent in the digital and social media space and encourages business owners to show up consistently. Rosemary also highlights the value of virtual assistants (VA) and provides insights on how to overcome the fear of delegating and building relationships. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of implementing a CRM system to manage marketing and sales pipelines and to create scalability and value in the business. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the 10X mindset and the power of setting audacious goals.

Takeaways

• Anchoring your brand is essential for creating a lasting impression and building a successful business.
• Being omnipresent in the digital and social media space is critical for business growth and maintaining credibility.
• Virtual assistants can provide valuable support and help business owners delegate tasks, allowing them to focus on strategic activities.
• Implementing a CRM system is crucial for managing marketing and sales pipelines and creating scalability and value in the business.
• Adopting a 10X mindset involves setting audacious goals and pushing beyond your comfort zone to achieve greater success.

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In this episode of the 10X Business Coach Program, Gary Ryan and Alison Wheeler interview Stella Shen, the founding director of Success Business and Accounting. They discuss the importance of financial control for small businesses, the role of business coaching, common financial mistakes, and the connection between time management and finances. Stella shares her insights on how outsourcing financial functions can lead to better results and how transforming financial systems can help businesses succeed. The conversation also highlights the impact of the 10X coaching principles on business growth and the importance of accountability and commitment in achieving success.

Takeaways

• Stella's vision is to empower small business owners with financial control.
• Many small business owners lack knowledge of their financials.
• Understanding numbers is crucial for business success.
• Outsourcing financial functions can save time and provide targeted information.
• Cash flow management is essential for profitability.
• Business coaching helps owners focus on essential tasks.
• Common mistakes include not monitoring financials regularly.
• Time management is linked to financial control.
• 10X principles emphasize commitment and positivity.
• A supportive environment is vital for business growth.

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