I’ve recently talked to several business owners who are at a point where they are actively starting to think about exiting their business. I’ve also recently met with several business owners who are looking to aggressively grow their business. That’s not surprising considering what we do at Aspire, but what might be surprising to you […]

Starting a business is exciting – it’s a time to dream and it feels like anything is possible. Growing a business is hard work. Sometimes it’s frustrating and there’s not much movement… and sometimes you unlock one of the keys to growth, find some leverage and things take off! Exhilarating, exhausting and sometimes more than […]

As a business owner, are you in business to create wealth or are you trying to create some kind of family legacy? Far too many businesses, especially family businesses get bogged down with the idea that their business MUST span generations and be a legacy for younger generations. The reality is that very few businesses […]

The Lion King. Released in 1994, it was Disney’s 32nd animated feature film.   You’ve probably seen it multiple times.   And thanks to the Culture House, my 10 yr. old niece (making her acting debut!), and over 80 other young actors, four capacity crowds were reminded this past weekend why The Lion King is also one […]

Numbers. They often tell a story, but sometimes you have to dig a bit to figure out what that story is. Over 500, 55 or more, and 80% were the three numbers a local bank executive shared during a recent round table discussion, regarding business loans at one of their bank’s branches.   What is notable […]

It’s a question for the ages: “If you sold your business today what would it be worth?“. Chances are the number you have in your head and the number a buyer is willing to pay are not the same. And you can ask the Magic 8 Ball all you want, but that’s not going to […]