Episode 145 - Wrapping Up the ETA Series - Buying vs. Building: The Best Growth Strategy for You

This final episode of the ETA series brings everything full circle. If you've been following along, you know we’ve covered the entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA) space in depth—exploring what it takes to buy a business, what can go wrong, what goes right, and how investors evaluate deals.

In this episode, the host breaks down:

• Why acquisitions became part of her growth strategy
• The real challenges of buying a business vs. starting from scratch
• Lessons from her own ETA journey, including deals that fell through
• Why innovation and AI are crucial, even when acquiring an existing business
• How to determine the right path for you—startup vs. acquisition

No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, this episode will give you valuable insights into wealth-building, growth, and business strategy.

Whether you’re an aspiring searcher, a startup founder, or someone exploring business ownership, you’ll walk away with actionable insights for your next steps.

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