Summary: In this week's conversation George Sandman, founder and CEO of Growth Drive, discusses the importance of business advisory, community networking, and strategic planning for business owners. The conversation covers the enhancements in the C3D course, the significance of exit planning, and the role of mentorship in guiding business owners. Additionally, the discussion highlights tax strategies and the need for business owners to start planning early for their exit. The participants share insights on understanding client needs and the evolving future of business advisory.
Takeaways
-Growth Drive is a community focused on business advisory.
-Networking is crucial for business growth and success.
-The C3D course has expanded to include more modules and workshops.
-Exit planning is essential for business owners to maximize value.
-Tax strategies can significantly impact business owners' profits.
-Mentorship plays a vital role in the development of business advisors.
-Strategic planning should start early in a business's lifecycle.
-Understanding client pain points is key to effective advisory.
-The future of business advisory is about continuous learning and adaptation.
-Community support enhances the learning experience for business advisors.

Keywords: Growth Drive, business advisory, exit planning, mentorship, tax strategies, strategic planning, community, networking, business growth, C3D course

Chapters
00:00 Reconnecting and Personal Updates
01:30 Health Challenges and Workload
04:25 C3D Course Overview and Evolution
07:20 Course Enhancements and New Modules
10:40 Mentorship and Community Learning
13:35 Exit Planning and Tax Strategies
19:21 Pre-Sale Planning and Estate Tax Issues
27:29 Strategic Planning for Business Owners
34:00 The Importance of Exit Planning
39:40 Understanding Client Needs and Mindset
47:30 The Role of NLP in Business Coaching
54:37 Meeting Clients Where They Are
01:06:10 Engaging the Community