In this episode, Joe Pohlen, CEO of Cardinal Senior Living, shares his journey in the assisted living industry, discussing the growth of his business, the challenges faced, and the importance of operational excellence. He reflects on his transition from self-storage to senior care, the significance of family dynamics in his entrepreneurial journey, and his ambitious goals for the future. Joe emphasizes the critical role of leadership in turning around distressed properties and the complexities of due diligence in acquisitions.

Joe Pohlen on X: https://x.com/joepohlen
Cardinal Senior Living: https://cardinalseniorliving.com/
Clint Fiore & Dealonomy: https://www.dealonomy.com/
Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/

Martha has built two niche businesses with her husband Tim, and recently they've been wondering what it might be like to sell one. They help hotels move out furniture before remodels, liquidate or store old furniture, and install new furniture. They also have an amazing 24,000 square foot retail store where they sell unique furniture and decor that's . We discuss what the liquidation business might sell for, an ideal transition and what life would look like if they sold.

Deja Vu Furniture & More: https://dejavufurniture.net/
Clint Fiore & Dealonomy: https://www.dealonomy.com/
Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/

Paul Sanneman has built the perfect lifestyle business with Contractor Staffing Source. His $2.5M revenue recruiting business could run without him if needed, but he's enjoying the work he does every day. He's also built it around his lifestyle so we can spend plenty of time with family, working out, and enjoying the ocean in Hawaii. We discuss what his business is worth today and if he'd ever sell, as well as who might take it over. Paul shares some great wisdom he's learned after other failed business ventures, and trends he sees with his contractor clients.

Contractor Staffing Source Website: https://contractorstaffingsource.com/
Paul Sanneman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-sanneman/
Clint Fiore & Dealonomy: https://www.dealonomy.com/
Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/