This successful investor, entrepreneur and advisor helps CEOs, Boards of Directors, and venture capital and private equity firms to generate growth and exit successfully. I’m excited to have Alex Rink on the show to tell us about his entrepreneurial journey, his three strategic acquires and how he contributes to the entrepreneurial ecosystem. In this episode, we talk about:   The three companies he successfully exited Maximizing positive impact Unlocking growth His fun, frank advice ? Have a listen! ?

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EP196 Lessons from three strategic acquires

Meet Tuan Nguyen, an entrepreneur who joins ? “I’m a Millionaire! So Now What?” ? to share the importance of values and vision. This motivational speaker, mentor and ed-tech entrepreneur suffers from multiple passion syndrome – to the benefit of all! He shares the story of how volunteering inspired him to give back, his journey of personal development and raising seven kids, and how his value-driven approach is what motivated him to found 5 businesses (and counting).    Some of what we talk about includes:   The importance of self-care Adopting the acquirer’s mindset  Shared values and vision in partnerships  The streamlined work approach  And even more fun, frank advice  ? Have a listen! ?

EP 195 Your life is bigger than your business: The importance of values and vision

Imagine your entire industry turned upside down? Enter two entrepreneurs who combined forces to embrace digital transformation, instead of going under. Mireille Faucon and Nichol Turner founded EventFluent, and together, they’re going from strength to strength. In this episode, we talk about:   Upskilling and managing risk The siloed environment of being an entrepreneur The fractional, outsourced approach Their fun, frank advice   ? Have a listen! ?

EP194 A story of collaboration and digital transformation in events

Are you stuck in the owner’s trap? Where you went into business to have freedom, but your business slows down if you take a vacation? Or maybe your company’s growth is so dependent on you that it plateaus – because there’s only so many hours in the day and you can’t keep up.    In this episode of ? “I’m a Millionaire! So Now What?” ? I talk about:   Freedom – and whether business owners really have it The eight drivers of value in your business – and why working on these can see your company grow in value (making it more attractive for a strategic acquire) The value builder assessment and why you need it (for everything, especially if you are thinking of attending Double to Sell)   ? Have a listen! ?

EP193 Get out of the Owner's Trap – Uncover your Value Builder Score & focus on the value of company drivers

Wouldn't it be a great investment of your time if you could grow your greatest asset?  In this episode of ? “I’m a Millionaire! So Now What?” ? I talk about: Reinvesting in your business and growing your net worth vs. investing in a stock portfolio and getting taxed on it. The Warren Buffet approach to investment and how you can emulate it within your own company The drivers of value in your business – and why focusing on these can help you attract a strategic acquisition. ? Have a listen! ?

EP192 Invest like Warren Buffet

Welcome back to ? “I’m a Millionaire! So Now What?” ?, where I’m sharing more information on why you, as CEO, founder, business owner and member of the self-made nation, should take two mornings off to attend Double to Sell on November 4th and 5th. Here’s two great reasons:   You’ll walk away with an action plan You’ll dramatically increase the likelihood of a cash-rich exit.   I discuss the eight drivers of business value – and the value builder score. You’ll learn how to upping your score could increase the value of your business by a staggering 71%.  ? Have a listen! ?

#191 - Increase the likelihood of a cash-rich exit

It’s short and sweet but intriguing on ? “I’m a Millionaire! So Now What?” ?. I share what you can expect from the next chapter of Double to Sell, Canada’s premier invitation-only workshop for business owners. Whether you’re considering a cash-rich exit or not, thinking about your business from the perspective of an acquire is the smart thing to do.    ? Have a listen! ?

#190 - What to expect from Double to Sell

On ? “I’m a Millionaire! So Now What?” ?, I talk to Rand Fishkin, an author, founder, and tech innovator whose latest startup, SparkToro, helps companies find out what their audience likes and talks about online. He shares: His story and lessons from the trenches How the SparkToro model is different from the “billion dollar or bust” venture capitalist one  Why he uses agencies and consultants for just about everything.  ? Have a listen! ?

#189 - Rethinking the unicorn

Don’t stick your head in the sand when it comes to preparing for a cash-rich exit strategy. In this episode, you’ll find out 5 fundamental questions every business owner needs to answer to have a cash-rich exit:  How is your business set up? What is it worth? What happens if there is an unexpected tragedy? What does your exit actually look like? What happens after you exit? Tune in for more!

#188 - 5 Questions for the Self-Made Nation

My special guest and friend on “I’m a Millionaire. So Now What?” is women’s sexual health disrupter Dr. Jordin Wiggins, a naturopathic doctor, entrepreneur and author on a mission to reverse the sexual dysfunction that affects 50% of women globally.  She tells us about her journey from traditional to naturopathic medicine and how she merges her learnings from both to revolutionize the way we deliver, educate, and talk about women’s sexual health, wellness and pleasure.  Find out how she 10x’d her revenue by creating educational programs for women looking for more joy and fulfilment in their life, work, and relationships.  Enjoy!

#187 - Meet the woman revolutionizing women’s health and pleasure: Dr. Jordin Wiggins

Joining me on “I’m a Millionaire. So Now What?” is the next generation of the self-made nation, two special guests who are actually my cousins. These entrepreneurs bought and managed a local ice cream shop in Almonte, Ontario, while still in high school – and one hasn’t even graduated yet. Jacqueline and Nicolas Marquis pooled together their college funds to start Almonte Ice Cream Shop and I can’t think of a better way to launch yourself into the self-made nation. Can you? I hope you enjoy their story!

#186 - The inside scoop: How two young entrepreneurs took a leap into the self-made nation

Welcome to another edition of “I’m a Millionaire. So Now What?” where I host two business and life partners who wear many fun hats. Some are even scary! It’s the husband-and-wife team from Ottawa’s very own Saunders Farm, Mark Saunders and Angela Grant Saunders. This duo has been taking Saunders Farm into new entrepreneurial directions and I can’t wait to see how their legacy evolves:   We talk about:   ? Providing unexpected delight ? Pushing boundaries – and taking risks ? And refiring the team’s imagination with a new business direction     I hope you enjoy their story.  

#185 - A family farm that puts the fun back into entrepreneurship

Fashion AND function? Iver Fashion does both. Travis Iverson started Iver Fashion to help mobility-impaired and able-bodied people look and feel good. After suffering a spinal cord injury, Travis partnered with ex-schoolmate Tyler LeBlanc to create a brand that really puts the purpose before profit.  Listen up to discover their visionary products, including the Never Give Up hat – and get involved.     Enjoy!

#184 - How one entrepreneur lost his mobility, never gave up and founded a fashion line

Ever dreamt of being a craft brewer? Paul Meek’s story of how he founded Ottawa-based microbrewery Kichesippi Beer with his late wife Kelly could be the inspiration you need. Creator of the fantastically named Warrior Woman, Cheshire Cat Pilsner and Dandelion Pale Ale, Paul became the purveyor of all things local as he diversified the company’s business plan to adapt to the current climate. Paul’s Kichesippi Beer is a fantastic example of innovation, adaptability, and customer service in challenging times.     Enjoy!

#183 - The winning recipe: Innovation, adaptability and customer service

Prepare to be intrigued, immersed, and enthralled as cryptocurrency tax experts John Oakey and Myles Bilodeau join us on ?I'm a Millionaire! So Now What??. You’ll discover how the very first bitcoins bought what would now be the world’s most expensive pizza, why crypto is here to stay (with 2 trillion dollars in the market) and that cryptocurrency is no longer an invisible asset – and your trading is not as anonymous as you think!  Listen up as John and Myles help Canadian crypto investors or wannabe investors learn and understand their responsibilities as taxpayers.    Enjoy!

#182 - Own Crypto? Get to know your tax responsibilities

Each week on “I’m a Millionaire, So Now What?”, Colleen O’Connell-Campbell, Wealth Advisor at RBC Dominion Securities, delivers inspirational stories and practical advice to self-made millionaires and wealthy families. With a focus on financial planning and wealth management strategies, Colleen and her guests cover the critical issues that truly matter to you, including succession strategies, family business governance tips, how to cope with fundraiser fatigue, finding your purpose after losing your family business, and much more.

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