Best Adrian T Marable Podcasts (2025)

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ATP 75: I'm Starting To Discover The Post-Acquisition Secret Sauce 6:53

6M ago6:53

6:53

Today we discuss the secret sauce to creating a thriving business after you purchase. As a new owner, it is now your responsibility to not only keep the business running, but to grow the business. We will talk about the five hacks I've seen that will accelerate the growth of your business, especially for a new buyer acquiring a business. Reference:…

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ATP 74: Making an Offer on a Business 6:26

6M ago6:26

6:26

In this episode of After The Pitch, we unpack the final steps before purchasing a business, making an offer. Even with a deal on the table, this does not mean you will purchase the company. You must be prepared and confident to present an offer that's right for you and the seller. We'll dive into the key parts of reviewing an offer, structuring it,…

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ATP 73: Business Valuation 101 8:02

6M ago8:02

8:02

On today's episode of After The Pitch, we’re going to dig into a topic that’s often misunderstood in the world of business acquisitions: how to evaluate the cost of a business. If you’re new to buying businesses or just want to sharpen your skills, understanding business valuations is a must. Don’t fall for common myths—educate yourself or partner …

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ATP 72: Owner vs Owner/Operator - Which is Right For You? 7:00

7M ago7:00

7:00

On today's episode of After The Pitch, we're going to discuss a key decision you need to make in your business buying strategy. Should you be an Owner or Owner-Operator. We'll discuss the difference, what each means, and what questions you should ask yourself to make the best decision for you. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitc…

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ATP 71: Buying a Business as a Married Couple—What You Need to Know 5:50

7M ago5:50

5:50

Buying a business as a married couple can be one of the most rewarding experiences, but it also comes with its own unique challenges. In today's episode, we're going to talk about three of the most important things to consider before buying a business with your spouse: Create an operating agreement—Define roles, responsibilities, and how you’ll han…

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ATP 70: How to Create The Perfect Investor Profile 7:25

7M ago7:25

7:25

Today, we’re going to talk about a powerful tool that investors use when they’re in the business-buying game. It’s called an investor profile, and whether you’re new to investing or just curious, this episode is going to break it all down. We’re keeping it simple and straightforward, so stick with me for the next few minutes. By the end of this epi…

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ATP 69: Downfall of Searching for a Boomer Business 6:20

7M ago6:20

6:20

Buying a baby boomer business might seem like a great opportunity, but it comes with some unique challenges. Let’s recap the three big ones: Aging workforce: You need to figure out if key employees are close to retirement and whether younger talent will be willing to join or stay with the company. Stubborn sellers: Be prepared for some emotional at…

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ATP 68: What You REALLY Need to Know About Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) 8:36

7M ago8:36

8:36

As name Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition is growing in popularity, there's 5 critical things you need to know before buying a business and running it. On today's episode, we take a dive into the top 5 things you need to know before buying a business. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us o…

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ATP 67: The Green Light: 5 Signs It's Time to Buy That Business 5:32

8M ago5:32

5:32

In this exciting episode of After The Pitch, we’re hitting the accelerator on a crucial topic for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned investors alike—how do you know when it’s the right time to buy a business? There’s a lot on the line, and waiting for that perfect “green light” can be stressful, but we’re here to help clear up the confusion. Host …

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ATP 66: Buyer's Match: A Guide to Buying the Right Company! 6:46

8M ago6:46

6:46

There are tons of businesses for sale, but how do you know which one is the right one for you? On today's episode of After The Pitch, we're going to discuss how to prepare for buying the right company for you. You will not want to miss this episode! Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Ins…

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ATP 65: S3 Business Buyers - When and Why You Need Consultants? 6:36

8M ago6:36

6:36

On today's episode of After The Pitch, we're going to talk about the importance of bringing on consultants into your new business and which consultants are going to provide you with the most value. If you just purchased a new company, this episode is for you! If you're preparing to purchase a company, this is great information for you to prep for p…

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ATP 64: The Business Buying Process 7:40

8M ago7:40

7:40

Ever wonder how to buy a business? Entrepreneurship through acquisition has become more and more popular with an increase of baby boomers putting their companies on the market. Whether it's a boring business or innovative business, the general steps are the same. Today we discuss the 5 main steps to purchasing a company. Today's quote: "It's far be…

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ATP 63: Why Boomer Business Are Ripe For The Picking 4:46

9M ago4:46

4:46

There are 12 million small businesses in the US, according to estimates. About 40% of the nation’s privately held small businesses and franchises are owned by baby boomers. Baby boomer businesses employ over 25 million people. On average, 350K baby boomers sell their business per year. What can we do with this information? We can start buying busin…

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ATP 62: Why Is Tech Due Diligence So Important? 5:50

9M ago5:50

5:50

On today's episode of After The Pitch, we answer a listener's question of "Why is technology due diligence so important when purchasing a business if the business is already operating smoothly?" Host Adrian T. Marable will discuss the 6 key reasons you as a new buyer need to perform technology due diligence on the company you're interested in. Thos…

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ATP 61: Keeping Teams Together During Acquisition 6:09

9M ago6:09

6:09

Hi ATP Family, on today's episode, we're going to talk about what you can do as a new business owner to keep your employees motivated and your team intact. Buying a new business is already difficult without worrying about employees leaving the company out of the fears of losing their jobs. Let's dive into ways you can be a better leader while keepi…

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ATP 60: Technology Due Diligence for New Business Buyers 6:33

9M ago6:33

6:33

For those not technically savvy, technology due diligence is a boring topic, but one that's critical to purchasing a company. In today's episode of After The Pitch, we're going to discuss the top five key areas for technology due diligence: Evaluating the IT infrastructure. Examining the cybersecurity measures. Reviewing the software and applicatio…

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ATP 59: You Bought A Business….Now What? 8:22

10M ago8:22

8:22

In this episode, we'll walk you through the essential steps to ensure your transition as a new business owner is as smooth as possible. From conducting thorough due diligence and building a solid transition plan to communicating with existing staff and maintaining customer relationships, we cover it all. We'll also discuss the importance of assessi…

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ATP 58: Business Buyer's Guide - Operational Due Diligence 5:21

10M ago5:21

5:21

Welcome to "After The Pitch," where we dive deep into the essential world of operational due diligence for business acquisitions. Join me, Adrian T. Marable, as we explore the crucial aspects of evaluating and streamlining operations in your newly acquired company. In this episode, we reveal the hidden pitfalls of small business operations and the …

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ATP 57: Top 5 Roadblocks to Closing A Business Acquisition Deal 7:00

10M ago7:00

7:00

In this episode of "After The Pitch," host Adrian T. Marable explores the critical factors that can derail a business buying transaction right at the closing table. Drawing from his extensive experience as a consultant working with business brokers, Adrian outlines the top five roadblocks buyers might face: lack of available finances, seller misrep…

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ATP 56: Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition - Financial Due Diligence 6:40

10M ago6:40

6:40

In this episode of "After The Pitch," host Adrian T. Marable dives into the crucial aspect of due diligence when buying a business. With a Masters in Finance, Adrian shares his insights—not financial advice—gained from analyzing countless financial statements and confidential information memorandums. He breaks down the five key financial numbers ev…

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ATP 55: How to Fund a Business Acquisition 7:32

10M ago7:32

7:32

In this episode of "After The Pitch," we explore the numerous creative financing options available for aspiring business buyers. From traditional bank loans and SBA loans to seller financing, private equity, and venture capital, Adrian covers the pros and cons of each method. He also highlights the importance of using other people’s money (OPM) and…

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ATP 54: How to Find A Business To Buy 6:38

11M ago6:38

6:38

Ever thought about buying a business? Where do you start your search? In today's episode of After The Pitch, we dive into the five avenues to start looking for the company of your dreams. References References Buy and Sell Online Businesses, Websites, Apps & Domains - Flippa BizBuySell - The Internet's Largest Business for Sale & Franchise for Sale…

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ATP 53: Turning Layoffs into Opportunities: The Power of Franchising 5:53

11M ago5:53

5:53

today we're diving into a topic that hits close to home for many: navigating the aftermath of corporate layoffs. The first and fourth quarters are notorious for reorganizations and layoffs as companies scramble to meet profit goals. If you’ve been affected, don’t worry, I’ve got a solution for you—Franchising! In this episode, we’ll explore why fra…

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ATP 52: Should I Buy A Business Instead of Starting My Own? (Part 2) 7:13

11M ago7:13

7:13

Are you a seasoned professional contemplating the leap from corporate America to entrepreneurship? Or perhaps you're an aspiring business owner debating whether to start from scratch or acquire an existing company? Join us in this exciting episode of The After the Pitch Podcast as we delve into the exhilarating yet complex world of business startup…

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ATP 51: Should I Buy A Business Instead of Starting My Own? (Part 1) 7:32

11M ago7:32

7:32

Welcome to the kickoff of season 3 of The After the Pitch Podcast! We couldn't be more excited to have you with us as we dive into this season's theme: buying, selling, and scaling companies. Throughout this season, we'll explore various aspects of business acquisitions, including some insights on investing in businesses. Today's episode, we discus…

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ATP 50: The Top 5 Questions for Your Customer Channel Strategy 6:48

2y ago6:48

6:48

On today's episode of After The Pitch, we're diving deep into the top 5 questions you need to ask yourself when determining your customer channel strategy. Join us on "After The Pitch" as we delve into these 5 critical questions and equip you with the knowledge and insights to master your customer channel strategy. From identifying the right channe…

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ATP 49: Top 5 Reasons To Own Your Digital Real Estate 7:32

2y ago7:32

7:32

On today's episode of After The Pitch, we'll explore the top 5 reasons why owning your digital real estate is crucial for long-term success in the digital age. In a world where everything happens online, building and maintaining your digital presence is more important than ever. But it's not just about having a website or social media profiles—it's…

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ATP 48: The Top 5 Ways To Filter Out The Noise In Business 7:32

2y ago7:32

7:32

Ever wondered how to handle feedback without losing your business's unique vibe? Join us on After The Pitch as I talk all about mastering the art of filtering feedback while staying authentic. Get ready for practical tips and real-life stories that'll help you cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters. Learn the top 5 questions you shou…

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ATP 47: My Top 5 Customer Service Hacks That Will Boost That Will Blow Your Mind 9:00

2y ago9:00

9:00

Get ready to discover my top 5 customer service techniques that can revolutionize your business and leave your customers delighted. From active listening and personalization to prompt responsiveness, empathy, and problem-solving, and consistency with follow-up, we'll explore each technique in detail. But this episode isn't just about theory - I'm a…

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ATP 46: Top 5 Ways ChatGPT Can Replace Your Virtual Assistant 5:54

2y ago5:54

5:54

Join host Adrian T. Marable in this captivating episode of "After the Pitch" as we delve into the fascinating world of AI-powered virtual assistants. In this episode, we unveil the top 5 ways that ChatGPT, the remarkable language model developed by OpenAI, can replace your virtual assistant and revolutionize your business. Drawing from his personal…

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ATP 45: My Top 5 Reasons You Should Partner with Black Businesses 7:31

2y ago7:31

7:31

For some people, working with Black Businesses is not even something top of mind. Why should it be after all, it's just a business! In this episode of After The Pitch, I discuss my top reasons for partnering with a Black-Owned Business. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Instagram @ATPon…

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ATP 44: Top 5 Single Mothers Who Changed Business For Me 8:03

2y ago8:03

8:03

On this episode of After The Pitch, as an ode to Mother's Day, I want to highlight the top 5 single mothers who I believe changed the world of business for me as either CEOs or the mothers behind great business people. Happy Mothers Day. References: Sheryl Sandberg Lean In Sandra Campos Diane Von Furstenburg Juicy Couture Bebe Ralph Lauren BCBG O O…

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ATP 43: Top 5 Reason Children Can Be Better CEOs Than Adults 5:20

2y ago5:20

5:20

Through interactions with my daughter and other children, I have developed my top 5 reasons children can be better CEOs than adults. With the right training early, you may just agree. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Instagram @ATPonInsta For feedback email us at feedback@afterthepitch…

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ATP 42: Top 5 Lessons the Pandemic Taught Me 6:35

2y ago6:35

6:35

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I talk about what I learned from the pandemic and how it's made me successful in business. I hope these add value to your business. What did the pandemic teach you. Leave it in the comments. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Instagram @ATPonInsta F…

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ATP 41: Top 5 Reasons You Should NEVER Pitch An Investor 7:35

2y ago7:35

7:35

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I will be talking about my experience as an investor and entrepreneur hearing and delivering pitches. Also, my reasons 98% - 99% of entrepreneurs shouldn't pitch investors to seek venture funding. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Instagram @ATPonI…

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ATP 40: Top 5 Things You Need To Create Your Own Podcast 7:50

2y ago7:50

7:50

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I will talk about the basic items you need to create a podcast, what I used, and how much I paid to get setup. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Patt Flynn's Podcast Checklist Intro Outro Music Shuttershock SoundCloud Audioblocks Audio Device Rockville Audio Audio Editing Tools Audacity Alitu Adobe Audition Gar…

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ATP 39: The 7 Keys To A Successful Business Pitch 7:59

2y ago7:59

7:59

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I talk about one of the most important parts of business for a founder, the pitch. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Instagram @ATPonInsta For feedback email us at [email protected] For future topics, email us at [email protected] F…

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ATP 38: Top 5 Business Hacks You Can Implement Today 8:14

2y ago8:14

8:14

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I will be talking about my business hacks to be more productive and organized in business, especially when you have multiple businesses. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk References: Expandable File Folder File Folder Sections: Clients and Users Finance Finance - Checks Finance - Vendor Invoices Finance - Bank …

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ATP 37: Top 5 Places to Start Looking for Venture Capital 6:35

2y ago6:35

6:35

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I answer a listener's question about where to find venture capital funding. I have placed more funding sources in the show notes below. I do not receive any commissions for the below links: Referenced: Google Indigogo Kickstarter Other Resources for funding: Angellist Angel Capital Association Angel Forum Ange…

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ATP 36: My 5 Steps To Networking As An Introvert 9:10

2y ago9:10

9:10

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I tell you the 5 steps I take to meet new people and build my network. As an introvert, it can be difficult to go to a networking event and work the room. I've found my own way of meeting new people and building my circle, my network, and my community. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Reference Book (I do not …

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ATP 35: My Top 5 Favorite Movies for Entrepreneurs 7:03

2y ago7:03

7:03

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I talk about my top favorite movies for entrepreneurs and why I love to watch them. Music "Made For" by J. Kirk References: The Pursuit of Happyness The Social Network The Founder The Wolf of Wallstreet The Big Short Academy Award Capri Awards MTV Movie Awards Teen Choice Awards Critics' Choice Awards Writers'…

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ATP 34: My Top 5 Favorite Business Podcasts 5:34

2y ago5:34

5:34

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I talk about my top favorite business podcasts and why I love to listen to them. Music "Made For" by J. Kirk References: Spanx Coinbase Headspace DropBox Renegades Serial Unscheduled CEO How I Built This Traffic Sales and Profit Side Hustle School Entrepreneurs on Fire Smart Passive Income Contact After The Pi…

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ATP 33: Top 5 Life Events That Changed My Entrepreneurial Life 7:11

2y ago7:11

7:11

On Today's Episode, we talk about how life changes our entrepreneurial journey. I give examples of how life events have changed my entrepreneurial path in a positive way even though I could have responded differently to them. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Instagram @ATPonInsta For f…

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ATP 32: The Top 5 Things I Hate About Entrepreneurship 6:57

2y ago6:57

6:57

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I talk about what I dislike about entrepreneurship and why. Reference: Canva Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Instagram @ATPonInsta For feedback email us at [email protected] For future topics, email us at [email protected] For adv…

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ATP 31: My Top 5 Businesses to Start in 2023 8:34

2+ y ago8:34

8:34

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I talk about my top 5 businesses to start in 2023, why they're growing, and the actual business I would start in each industry. Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Instagram @ATPonInsta For feedback email us at [email protected] For future t…

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ATP 30: My 5 Strategies To Overcoming Business F.E.A.R.S. 5:11

2+ y ago5:11

5:11

Today we're going to be talking about overcoming business fears through the acronym F.E.A.R.S Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Instagram @ATPonInsta For feedback email us at [email protected] For future topics, email us at [email protected] For advertising opportunities…

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ATP 29: Top 5 Activities Entrepreneurs Should Do In Their Free Time 6:29

2+ y ago6:29

6:29

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I talk about what I believe you should do with your time, what I do with my time, and how this list can help you become a better entrepreneur. Reference: Steve Jobs Calligraphy Course Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @AfterThePitch Follow us on Instagram @ATPonInsta For feed…

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ATP 28: My 5 Top Productivity Tools For Running A Business 7:57

2+ y ago7:57

7:57

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I talk about my top 5 productivity tools for running my business. Why are they my favorite? How can they help you in your business or personal brand? I do not receive any commissions for the below links: Happy Planner My PA Planner Trello OneNote Timer ProWritingAid Boogie Board Microsoft Surface Evernote Gram…

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ATP 27: My Top 5 Entrepreneurship Books of All Time 9:02

2+ y ago9:02

9:02

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I talk about the top reasons I think black U.S.-based business fail, how to fix these issues, and how black entrepreneurs are thinking about their business. We do not receive any commissions from the below links: Sara Blakely's Master Class Theme Song "Made For" by J. Kirk Contact After The Pitch Tweet us at @…

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ATP 26: My Top 5 Entrepreneurship Books of All Time 7:58

2+ y ago7:58

7:58

On today's episode of After The Pitch, I talk about my top 5 favorite entrepreneurship books of all time. Why are they my favorite books? How can they help you in your business or personal brand? I do not receive any commissions for the below links: Superconnector by Scott Gerber and Ryan Paugh Laptop Millionaire by Mark Anastasi Building a StoryBr…

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