Buying a business sounds like a shortcut—but most people never make it to the finish line. Why? Because they chase the wrong deals.

In this episode, I talk with Richard Parker, founder of Diomo Corporation, about what really works when you're looking to acquire a business that fits you—and what most people get completely wrong.

🎯 You’ll Learn:

• Richard’s “4-4-4-1-1” process for staying focused during your search
• Why experience doesn’t always translate to ownership success
• The 5 filters that’ll save you from a bad acquisition
• How to tell if a business is a spaghetti mess—or ready to scale
• The one shift you must make before even reaching out to a seller

If you’re even thinking about buying a business, start with this episode.

🔗 Guest Links:

• Richard Parker: https://richardparker.com/

Your business is growing—but is your personal wealth strategy keeping up?

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Cecchini, a wealth advisor who works with high-growth founders, to break down what it really means to build a personal capital stack.

🎧 We cover:

• Why “just invest in Vanguard” isn’t a real plan
• How to make decisions when income’s uneven
• What to do with cash that’s sitting idle
• When to stop DIY’ing and bring in a pro

If you’ve ever felt behind on your own wealth strategy, this one’s a must-listen.

Want help finding clarity, control, and momentum in your business? Let's grow beyond the plateau together. ⟶ Chat with A.J.

🔗 Resources + Guest Links:

• Mark Cecchini: X, LinkedIn
• Quadrant Capital

Growth doesn’t always mean profit.

In this episode, I’m joined by ProfitHive founder Kevin Bees to talk about how growing businesses leak money—and how to stop it. Kevin shares the 7 hidden areas where founders lose margin, plus a tactical framework for getting your financial house in order without becoming an accountant.

🎧 What you’ll learn:

• How to spot and fix your biggest profit leaks
• Why scaling doesn’t fix your financial blind spots
• The mental shift that separates busy founders from wealthy ones
• The simplest way to improve profit this quarter—no new clients required

Let’s make sure your growth is actually profitable. 👉 Work with A.J.

🔗 Resources + Guest Links:

• Kevin Bees: LinkedIn, Twitter
• ProfitHive