This is becoming one of the biggest business stories that almost nobody is talking about.

Millions of business owners are approaching retirement, but many have no succession plan and no realistic buyer lined up. Studies suggest millions of businesses could change hands over the next decade, while a large percentage of owners still aren’t prepared for transition.

What we will discuss:

Why revenue is not the same as business value

Why many businesses are “owner-dependent”

The difference between a job and a sellable company

Internal succession vs outside buyers

What owners should be doing 5-10 years before exit

Workers' Compensation is often viewed as just another cost of doing business. But what if you're paying more than you should?

In this episode of Books & The Biz, Dan and Rich sit down with Bobby Giurintano of Premium Recovery Experts to discuss a problem many business owners don't realize exists: workers' compensation audit errors. Bobby shares why these mistakes occur, where overpayments are commonly found, and how businesses can identify opportunities to recover money that may have been lost for years.

If you're looking for practical ways to reduce costs, improve cash flow, and make sure you're not leaving money on the table, this is a conversation worth hearing.

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In this episode of Books & The Biz, we break down why simple processes, clear accountability, and practical execution outperform bloated systems and unnecessary complexity every time. From overloaded SOPs to too many meetings and titles with no ownership, we discuss why businesses slow down as they grow — and how to fix it before the owner becomes the bottleneck again.

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Most businesses do not fail because people are lazy. They fail because process breaks down under pressure. Bookkeeping falls behind. Reports become inconsistent. Teams stop following procedures. Leadership starts making decisions using incomplete or inaccurate information.

In this episode of Books & The Biz, Dan Paulson and Rich Veltre break down how weak process quietly damages operations, finance, accountability, and long-term business performance.

Inventory is supposed to generate cash, not collect dust.

In this episode of Books & The Biz, Dan and Rich take a hard look at dead inventory—products, materials, and stock that sit too long, tie up cash, consume space, and quietly erode profitability.

Many businesses don’t realize how much money is trapped in slow-moving inventory until margins tighten, cash flow gets squeezed, or warehouse space starts disappearing. What often begins as “just in case” purchasing or inaccurate forecasting can quickly turn into a costly operational problem.

If your shelves are full but cash still feels tight, this episode will help you understand where the problem starts—and what to do before it gets worse.

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Most companies think their processes are well documented and followed. But what happens when the systems fail? In this episode, we discuss common mistakes businesses make and their impact on growth and profitability.

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HR usually gets attention after something breaks—and by then, it’s already costing you time, money, and people.

Kelly talks about three simple buckets of HR work: what should stay with you and your managers, what needs more structure, and what’s easier with a second set of eyes. Kelly offers a starting point so you can see what’s fine to keep doing it yourself and where outside help actually takes some of the HR burden off your plate.

If your HR feels reactive or disorganized, this conversation will help you get ahead of it—and yes, the HR Snapshot is free.

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Taxes are either filed or pushed to extension—but that doesn’t mean you’re done. In this episode, we break down what business owners should still be paying attention to after the deadline has passed, especially if your return isn’t fully finalized yet. There are still decisions, adjustments, and opportunities that can impact what you ultimately pay.

We also take a look at how the “Big Beautiful Bill” is affecting businesses right now. What actually changed, what’s getting misunderstood, and where it may create either advantages or unexpected costs depending on how your business is structured.

Then we shift forward. What should you be doing today to prepare for 2026 so you’re not reacting again next year? From entity structure considerations to timing of income and expenses, we walk through practical ways to reduce tax burden while aligning with how your business is actually operating.

If you’ve ever felt like taxes are something that just happens to you instead of something you can plan for, this episode will help you start thinking differently about how to take control.

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