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Learning from Failures: Turning Setbacks into Opportunities The Importance of Thorough Due Diligence in M&A with Jake Raska
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In this weeks episode,Jake Raska from Carrera Capital Advisors discusses the story of starting Carrera and the importance of building strong teams. He emphasizes the value of collaboration, complementary skill sets, and continuous improvement. Jake also highlights the significance of being present for family while managing a busy work schedule and the importance of leading by example. He shares the benefits of time blocking and involving his children in his work to create excitement and understanding. Jake and Aaron discuss the importance of learning from failures and using them as opportunities for growth. The conversation explores the challenges and strategies of growing a business through organic growth and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). The speakers discuss the importance of finding the right balance between organic and inorganic growth, the value of building a strong team and culture, and the need for thorough due diligence in M&A. They also highlight the significance of customer segmentation, revenue diversification, and EBITDA in evaluating the attractiveness and value of a business. The conversation emphasizes the importance of having clear processes and strategies in place for both organic and inorganic growth.
Takeaways
Building strong teams requires collaboration and complementary skill sets.
Being present for family while managing a busy work schedule is important.
Leading by example and continuously improving are key to success.
Learning from failures and using them as opportunities for growth is crucial. Finding the right balance between organic and inorganic growth is crucial for business success.
Building a strong team and culture is essential for sustainable growth.
Thorough due diligence is necessary when considering mergers and acquisitions.
Customer segmentation, revenue diversification, and EBITDA are important factors in evaluating the attractiveness and value of a business.
Having clear processes and strategies in place for both organic and inorganic growth is key.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background of Carrera Capital Advisors
01:26 The Story of Starting Carrera
14:49 The Importance of Being Present and Leading by Example
25:47 Learning from Failures and Building Confidence
30:28 Focusing on People and Skill Sets
31:25 Striking the Balance: Organic vs. Inorganic Growth
34:45 Building a Strong Team and Culture for Sustainable Growth
36:16 The Importance of Thorough Due Diligence in M&A
47:28 Evaluating Business Value: Customer Segmentation, Revenue Diversification, and EBITDA
54:30 Clear Processes and Strategies for Organic and Inorganic Growth
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