エピソード

  • From Engineer to Leading Exit Authority — Guiding Founders Through the Emotional Journey of Selling - Jerome Myers

    From Engineer to Leading Exit Authority — Guiding Founders Through the Emotional Journey of Selling - Jerome Myers
    2025/11/02
    What if achieving everything you dreamed of still left you feeling empty? In this enlightening episode of the Work You Love podcast, host Danielle Mizrachi sits down with Jerome Myers, founder of Exit to Excellence, to explore what really happens after success. Jerome reveals the emotional aftermath of selling a business—the Exit Paradox—and how he helps founders rediscover meaning beyond money. Together, they unpack why fulfillment, not achievement, is the real finish line, and how to align work with your purpose, joy, and impact. Listeners will leave with a renewed perspective on success: that true wealth isn’t measured in dollars, but in the difference you make and the peace you carry. [00:00 – 07:00] The Exit Paradox Jerome shares how he helps founders rediscover meaning after selling their companies The “Exit Paradox”: the grief, loss, and disorientation many feel after achieving financial success His first exit from corporate life revealed the emotional void behind professional wins [07:00 – 13:00] When Success Feels Empty Jerome recounts how a billionaire’s public confession revealed a shared struggle among high achievers Research confirmed that post-exit depression is common but rarely discussed The emptiness of “doing” without “being”—learning to untangle identity from occupation [13:00 – 19:00] Redefining Work and Wealth Jerome breaks down the “first four exits” every founder must navigate The unglamorous reality of being a “Chief Everything Officer” The true measure of success: building a business that operates without you [19:00 – 25:00] The Freedom to Pivot Danielle and Jerome discuss how to find joy in work again The “Four I’s of Fulfillment”: Interest, Income, Influence, and Impact How to align your career or business with your unique gifts and purpose [25:00 – 31:00] From Liquidity to Legacy The final evolution of a founder: shifting from accumulation to contribution Jerome’s call to help others avoid the regret 75% of founders face post-sale Legacy isn’t the company you sell—it’s the lives you impact afterward [31:00 – 35:00] Living the Work You Love Why fulfillment—not money—is the real game Letting curiosity, generosity, and community guide your next step Simple but powerful reflection: “Does what I’m doing matter to me?” Key Quotes:“Fulfillment is the game. It doesn’t matter how much money you have if you can’t find joy in what you do.” - Jerome Myers“We’re human beings, not human doings.” -Jerome MyersConnect with Danielle!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mizrachi-56058983/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@work_you_love Join industry leaders shaping the future and secure your spot at the Exit Planning Summit today! https://exitplanningsummit.com/speakers Ready for your next chapter?Start Your Assessment Now 👉 https://theexitparadox.com/assessment Leave a Review + Help Others Achieve a Great Legacy If you found this episode valuable, leave us a review and share it with someone who wants to expand their business growth. Your Next is more than a podcast—it’s a community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and ages, united by a shared passion for personal growth and achieving excellence. 🎧 Explore our previous episodes or learn more about our mission at https://exittoexcellence.com. Your next chapter starts here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    続きを読む 一部表示
    36 分
  • Exit Readiness: Beyond the Numbers - Jerome Myers

    Exit Readiness: Beyond the Numbers - Jerome Myers
    2025/10/26
    Most founders think they’ll know when they’re ready to exit, but readiness doesn’t arrive with an offer sheet. It’s forged in the years before the deal, through every decision made when no one’s watching. In this powerful episode, Jerome Myers exposes the hidden gap between financial readiness and founder readiness, where many leaders lose more than money: they lose purpose, relationships, and identity. You’ll discover why waiting feels safe but quietly destroys value, how to recognize when you’ve already started your next exit, and how to build the muscle of readiness long before the market, or life, forces your hand. This isn’t about selling your business. It’s about designing your evolution.[00:00 – 04:00] The Illusion of Readiness Exit readiness is more than revenue or valuation; it’s about emotional and operational alignment Many founders mistake momentum for readiness, avoiding the deeper work of letting go Readiness must be trained like a muscle, not treated as a milestone [04:00 – 08:00] The Real Cost of Waiting A founder-dependent company loses up to 50% of its value Avoidance creates silent erosion—financial, relational, and personal The cost of unreadiness shows up in distance from loved ones and disconnection from self Freedom fades when your title becomes your identity [08:00 – 12:00] Building True Readiness Three pillars of readiness: Operational, Emotional, Strategic Operational: Can the business run without you? Emotionally: Can you let go without losing yourself? Strategic: Don’t just plan what you’re leaving—plan what you’re stepping into Introduces the NEXT Framework: Nourish → Evaluate → Explore → Transcend [12:00 – 15:00] Designing the Next Chapter Complete the Exit Readiness Assessment to measure alignment in seven key areas Clarity—not cash—reveals whether you’re truly ready Reclaim one hour a week for “future design.” Protect it like a board meeting with your future self Curiosity—not capital—is the founder’s greatest asset [15:00 – 17:00] Evolving by Design Readiness is built through reflection, honest conversation, and consistency Say it out loud: “I’m beginning to think about what comes next” Don’t wait for the crisis to evolve; create momentum while you still have leverage “The best exits aren’t timed—they’re earned” Key Quotes: “Readiness isn’t a moment—it’s a muscle.” - Jerome Myers “Waiting feels safe until it costs everything that actually matters.” - Jerome Myers Join industry leaders shaping the future and secure your spot at the Exit Planning Summit today! https://exitplanningsummit.com/speakers Ready for your next chapter?Start Your Assessment Now 👉 https://theexitparadox.com/assessment Leave a Review + Help Others Achieve a Great Legacy If you found this episode valuable, leave us a review and share it with someone who wants to expand their business growth. Your Next is more than a podcast—it’s a community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and ages, united by a shared passion for personal growth and achieving excellence. 🎧 Explore our previous episodes or learn more about our mission at https://exittoexcellence.com. Your next chapter starts here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    続きを読む 一部表示
    19 分
  • 5 Lies Founders Tell Themselves After an Exit - Jerome Myers

    5 Lies Founders Tell Themselves After an Exit - Jerome Myers
    2025/10/19
    What if the very mindset that built your success is now the thing keeping you stuck? In this episode, Jerome Myers, America’s Leading Exit Authority, breaks down the five most common objections founders tell themselves after exiting their businesses and reveals what they truly are: fear wearing logic’s clothes. From waiting for clarity to fearing the wrong move, Jerome reframes each belief and shares how to move from hesitation to evolution. If you’ve built your empire and now find yourself wondering what’s next, this episode is your mirror, not your map for rediscovering meaning and momentum beyond the business. [00:00 – 01:00] The Portal Beyond the Exit Exiting isn’t the end — it’s the beginning of personal evolution Control and certainty no longer serve this new chapter The Founder’s Exit Paradox: the same habits that brought success now create stagnation [01:00 – 02:00] Objection #1: “I Just Need More Clarity” “I need clarity” is often avoidance disguised as prudence Movement creates clarity — not waiting Frameworks like The Next Intensive exist to turn confusion into alignment [02:00 – 03:00] Objection #2: “I Can Figure This Out on My Own” You can’t solve internal questions with external tools Post-exit growth requires mirrors, not maps You’ve always had advisors for your business — why not for your life? [03:00 – 03:55] Objection #3: “Now’s Not the Right Time” Waiting for “the right time” only hardens your old identity The longer you delay, the harder reinvention becomes The right time isn’t when things settle — it’s when you decide to evolve [03:55 – 04:47] Objection #4: “I’m Not Sure This Is for Me” Restlessness isn’t ingratitude — it’s potential trying to get your attention You’re not broken for wanting more; you’re built for evolution Purpose isn’t a “should”; it’s a signal [04:47 – 05:00] Objection #5: “I Don’t Want to Make the Wrong Move” This stage is about rediscovering meaning, not managing risk Progress, not perfection, is the new currency There are no wrong moves — only feedback Key Quotes “You need mirrors, not maps.” - Jerome Myers “The right time isn’t when things settle down — it’s when you realize they won’t until you do.” - Jerome Myers Join industry leaders shaping the future and secure your spot at the Exit Planning Summit today! https://exitplanningsummit.com/speakers Ready for your next chapter?Start Your Assessment Now 👉 https://theexitparadox.com/assessment Leave a Review + Help Others Achieve a Great Legacy If you found this episode valuable, leave us a review and share it with someone who wants to expand their business growth. Your Next is more than a podcast—it’s a community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and ages, united by a shared passion for personal growth and achieving excellence. 🎧 Explore our previous episodes or learn more about our mission at https://exittoexcellence.com. Your next chapter starts here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    続きを読む 一部表示
    6 分
  • ICYMI: The Exit Isn’t the End: Finding Freedom Beyond the Finish Line - Jerome Myers

    ICYMI: The Exit Isn’t the End: Finding Freedom Beyond the Finish Line - Jerome Myers
    2025/10/12
    Most founders chase the exit as if it’s the ultimate destination. But what happens when the deal closes and you’re left asking, "Who am I without my business?" In this crossover episode from The Amazing Marketing Show, Jerome Myers joins hosts Dmitri Smirnov and Chris Gray to reveal why 75 percent of business owners regret selling their companies, and what the other 25 percent did differently. Jerome shares hard-won wisdom on exit readiness, identity, purpose, and redefining wealth beyond money. He invites listeners to see freedom not as walking away from something, but as stepping into the next meaningful chapter. 00:00 – 04:15 The Reality Behind Business Exits Only 25% of founders who sell their company feel no regret Success without purpose can lead to depression, not freedom True exit readiness requires planning on both financial and emotional fronts 04:16 – 09:30 Loneliness After the Exit Up to 60% of personal relationships fade after leaving a company Without intentional community, many founders experience isolation Redefine your “Top Five” relationships for the post-exit phase 09:31 – 17:45 Identity, Self-Acceptance, and the Founder’s Paradox Many founders only feel loved through achievement—a “scar of success” Real acceptance begins with forgiveness and releasing old expectations Your worth isn’t tied to titles, deals, or results—it’s intrinsic 17:46 – 26:15 From Exit to Impact Jerome shares his own painful corporate exit and the six centers of doubt: identity, relationships, health, prosperity, motivation, and significance Purpose-driven legacy starts when you exit to something, not from it “Enough” isn’t stagnation, it’s the foundation of real freedom 26:16 – 34:00 Freedom, Legacy, and the Power of Choice Real wealth is the ability to choose how you use your time, talent, and treasure Money is a tool; freedom is the measure True success is living a life that others want to honor and remember 34:01 – 47:00 Exit Readiness and Higher-Level Leadership Jerome’s Exit Readiness Assessment measures seven areas of preparedness Great leaders focus on the upper tiers of Maslow’s hierarchy: impact, fulfillment, transcendence Marketing that proves understanding creates trust faster than persuasion. Key Quotes: “Only 25% of people who sell their company don’t regret it.” - Jerome Myers “It’s not about doing more, it’s about becoming more. - Jerome Myers Connect with the Amazing Marketing Show! Website: https://amazingmarketingshow.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTBn-qDCWMXR7jrHiE1YvXg Ready for your next chapter?Start Your Assessment Now 👉 https://theexitparadox.com/assessment Leave a Review + Help Others Achieve a Great Legacy If you found this episode valuable, leave us a review and share it with someone who wants to expand their business growth. Your Next is more than a podcast—it’s a community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and ages, united by a shared passion for personal growth and achieving excellence. 🎧 Explore our previous episodes or learn more about our mission at https://exittoexcellence.com. Your next chapter starts here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    続きを読む 一部表示
    48 分
  • Control Is Not the Same as Clarity - Jerome Myers

    Control Is Not the Same as Clarity - Jerome Myers
    2025/10/05
    Exiting a business is never just about the deal, it’s about who you become on the other side. In this episode, Jerome Myers, America’s Leading Exit Authority, explores the unseen emotional and psychological realities of selling a company. From the illusion of control to the founder’s exit paradox, Jerome explains why independence can’t carry you through the transition and why trust, guidance, and proven frameworks are essential for a fulfilling next chapter. If you’re approaching an exit, or even just thinking about it, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and invite you to prepare in a way that safeguards not only your wealth, but also your peace, relationships, and purpose. [00:00 – 01:09] Introduction to Business Exits Exits are more than transactions; they’re transformations Many founders believe they can handle the process alone Independence created success, but it can also create blind spots [01:09 – 03:06] Illusion of Control & The Trust Gap Control brings results in business, but doesn’t guarantee clarity in exits Spreadsheets can model finances, but not emotions Past betrayals create fear and isolation, blocking growth Real safety comes from trust—self, others, and frameworks [03:06 – 04:47] The Founder’s Exit Paradox & The Guarantee Fallacy Selling your company also means letting go of the version of yourself it represents Perfect deals can still leave founders unfulfilled Chasing guarantees fuels regret; preparation reduces it Exiting alone costs more than money—it risks peace, clarity, and purpose [04:47 – 06:26] Common Objections and Misconceptions Privacy vs. secrecy: why keeping plans hidden creates isolation “No one understands my business,”—but the process is about you, not the business “I just need one more deal”—a dangerous trap leading to burnout“I don’t trust anyone”—trust is the doorway to healing and legacy [06:26 –08:11] Invitation to Action & Next Steps Independence built your empire, but interdependence builds legacy You don’t need another consultant—you need a guide and a framework Take the Exit Readiness Assessment to discover where you stand Explore The Next Intensive to gain clarity in the emotional, strategic, and financial dimensions of your transition Key Quotes: “The exit isn’t just a transaction, it’s a transformation, and no one transforms alone.” - Jerome Myers “Independence built your empire, but interdependence will build your legacy.” - Jerome Myers Ready for your next chapter?Start Your Assessment Now 👉 https://theexitparadox.com/assessment Leave a Review + Help Others Achieve a Great Legacy If you found this episode valuable, leave us a review and share it with someone who wants to expand their business growth. Your Next is more than a podcast—it’s a community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and ages, united by a shared passion for personal growth and achieving excellence. 🎧 Explore our previous episodes or learn more about our mission at https://exittoexcellence.com. Your next chapter starts here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    続きを読む 一部表示
    10 分
  • ICYMI - Exit to Excellence: Breaking Free from the Illusion of Wealth with Jerome Myers

    ICYMI - Exit to Excellence: Breaking Free from the Illusion of Wealth with Jerome Myers
    2025/09/28
    You got the money. Now what? That’s the question too many founders face when the wire hits and the silence sets in. In this episode of Your Next, the mic flips, as Jeroeme sits down with JR Lay for a no-BS conversation about what really happens after you sell your business. Spoiler: it’s not champagne and sunsets. The discussion revolves around The Founder’s Exit Paradox, that sinking feeling of confusion, disconnection, and loss that arises when the work is gone, yet you're still searching for meaning and worth. This is for every visionary who built a mountain, reached the top, and thought, “Is this it?” Jerome shares his raw, personal journey through post-exit chaos, identity unraveling, and the scars that success leaves behind, and how he helps other high-achieving founders find meaning after the money. If you’re building toward an exit, don’t just listen to this episode; study it. [00:00 – 12:00] Time Over Money Why tracking days off beats tracking dollars The hidden cost of chasing success How entrepreneurs trade presence for provision Time is your most valuable asset; treat it like one [12:01 – 20:00] After the Exit What no one tells you about the emotional crash The Founder’s Exit Paradox: money in the bank, purpose on empty Identity, fear, and the myth of “finally relaxing” Why exiting from is never enough, you need an exit to [20:01 – 33:00] Energy, Identity, and Attachment How mismanaged energy leads to implosion The trap of tying your self-worth to your business Childhood attachment styles are playing out in your exit From significance through status, to significance through service [33:01 – End] Scars, Significance, and Exit Readiness The 5 hidden scars driving high achievers Why success without purpose leaves you empty Exit readiness is personal, not just financial Take the free assessment to map your next chapter Key Quotes: “Money is just a tool, no different than hammers or saws in a shed.” – Jerome Myers “The title that you had gave you the illusion of significance.” – Jerome Myers Connect with JR! LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jrwlay YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LevelUpBusinessVideos Ready for your next chapter? Start Your Assessment Now 👉 https://theexitparadox.com/assessment Leave a Review + Help Others Achieve a Great Legacy If you found this episode valuable, leave us a review and share it with someone who wants to expand their business growth. Your Next is more than a podcast—it’s a community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and ages, united by a shared passion for personal growth and achieving excellence. 🎧 Explore our previous episodes or learn more about our mission at https://exittoexcellence.com. Your next chapter starts here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    続きを読む 一部表示
    40 分
  • Less Than 1%: Changing the Story of Women and Exits with Carrie Kerpen

    Less Than 1%: Changing the Story of Women and Exits with Carrie Kerpen
    2025/09/21
    Selling your business won’t save you if you’re not ready for what comes after, and most founders aren’t. Less than 1% of women founders successfully exit their businesses. That story is changing, and Carrie Kerpen is leading the movement. In this episode of Your Next, I sit down with Carrie Kerpen, founder of The Whisper Group and a successful agency exit veteran, to explore how women are rewriting the rules of business, building companies designed to sell, and creating exits that unlock freedom, legacy, and purpose. We go deep into the reality of life after a big sale: the loss of identity, the challenges of integration, and the path to reclaiming power on your own terms. If you’ve ever wondered what happens after the wire hits, this conversation will change how you think about exits. Press play now, and step into the conversation that could redefine how you see your next chapter. [00:00 – 12:00] The Agency and the Exit Carrie’s journey from co-founding Likable to an 8-figure exit How Built to Sell became her roadmap to acquisition Why do women approach exits differently than men [12:01 – 20:00] Life After the Sale The emotional crash that follows even a successful exit The reality of working for “the mothership” after selling Why community and support matter most post-exit [20:01 – 25:00] The 3 Ds + B Every Founder Faces The 3 Ds that threaten every founder: Divorce, Death, and Disability, plus the B: Burnout Why lump sums bring more fear than freedom if you’re not prepared How The Whisper Group equips women for the full journey, not just the transaction [25:01 – End] Building a Sellable Business and Lasting Legacy The three biggest mistakes that kill value Carrie’s WHISPER framework for creating a sellable business Why legacy is built through resilience, profit, and purpose Key Quotes: “Nobody was really speaking to them in a way that matters.” - Carrie Kerpen “Women-owned businesses, fully female-founded businesses, account for fewer than 1% of total exits.” - Carrie Kerpen Connect with Carrie! LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/carriekerpen Website: carriekerpen.com/ Ready for your next chapter? Start Your Assessment Now 👉 https://theexitparadox.com/assessment Leave a Review + Help Others Achieve a Great Legacy If you found this episode valuable, leave us a review and share it with someone who wants to expand their business growth. Your Next is more than a podcast—it’s a community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and ages, united by a shared passion for personal growth and achieving excellence. 🎧 Explore our previous episodes or learn more about our mission at https://exittoexcellence.com. Your next chapter starts here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    続きを読む 一部表示
    29 分
  • What You Really Gain from Exit to Excellence - Jerome Myers

    What You Really Gain from Exit to Excellence - Jerome Myers
    2025/09/14
    You planned the deal. You closed the transaction. Everyone’s congratulating you. But then... silence. In this revealing solo episode, Jerome Myers explores the Founder’s Exit Paradox, that unexpected disconnect between financial success and emotional fulfillment. Through real stories and powerful insights, Jerome shares why so many high-performing founders regret their exits and what you can do to avoid that fate. If you’ve sold your business or are planning to, this episode offers the roadmap to reclaim clarity, purpose, and peace on the other side. Tune in now to discover what you really need to prepare for, before, during, and after the exit. [00:00 – 02:00] The Regret No One Talks About 75% of founders regret their exit Why selling your business is more than just a financial move The Exit Paradox explained [02:01 – 04:45] Four Founders, Same Pattern James, Sarah, David, and Maria: different exits, same emotional fallout What financial success can't fix How identity, relationships, and purpose suffer when unprepared [04:46 – 06:30] What Most Advisors Miss Why traditional deal-making leaves founders unready The 6 Centers of Doubt: the real threat to your post-exit fulfillment The emotional cost of ignoring the inner transition [06:31 – 08:30] Exit to Excellence: A Different Approach Readiness Assessments, NEO Profiles, and the Freedom Compass Measuring clarity, alignment, and energy, not just money A roadmap to identity and legacy beyond the business [08:31 – End] Real Results, Real Transformation 30–50% jump in exit readiness in 90 days 80% report reduced stress and fear of irrelevance Why clarity and confidence, not just capital, define a successful exit Key Quotes: “Freedom stretches in every direction, but that very freedom can feel like a prison.” – Jerome Myers “You don’t cling to the wreckage of your old identity. You step through the portal into freedom: clear, confident, and aligned.” – Jerome Myers Ready for your next chapter? Start Your Assessment Now 👉 https://theexitparadox.com/assessment Leave a Review + Help Others Achieve a Great Legacy If you found this episode valuable, leave us a review and share it with someone who wants to expand their business growth. Your Next is more than a podcast—it’s a community that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and ages, united by a shared passion for personal growth and achieving excellence. 🎧 Explore our previous episodes or learn more about our mission at https://exittoexcellence.com. Your next chapter starts here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    続きを読む 一部表示
    11 分