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I was probably lucky in my entrepreneurial journey that the first business I ever was part of launching was an investor backed startup. I was in the MBA program at SDSU, and in my second year, I got an internship to work with two experienced business owners who wanted to launch a new business. This…

As a business owner, you are constantly being pulled in different directions. It comes with the territory- everyone wants a piece of your time. The problem is not all demands are created equal (see my recent article on the 80/20 rule!), and if you just spent your time doing things other people asked you to…

You might’ve heard you can buy a million-dollar business with a seller note and a bank loan — all without using your own money. Sounds great, right? Here’s the catch. Matt dives into what actually happens when you try that in the real world — and why having some of your own cash (and a…

The video Matt is reacting to nails the basics of private equity due diligence, but here’s what it leaves out: Due diligence is for everyone investing in a business. From checking financials to uncovering legal risks, this process is about knowing what you’re buying and how you can make it better. There are tons of…

Thinking of buying a business instead of starting one? Matt breaks down what that really means in terms of risk, funding, and long-term success. This is his reaction to a common argument that buying is the “easier” path—something he’s seen play out both ways in real life. Watch before you jump in! There are tons…

Everyone says “take risks” and “be transparent” in business—but what does that really mean? In this reaction video, Matt dives into a trending list of business do’s and don’ts and gives his take on what works, what’s dangerous, and what’s often misunderstood. If you’re building a business, you need to hear this BEFORE you follow…

One of the most overlooked ways to make your business bigger is by making your business smaller. The usual reaction to that is No, I don’t think so, not for my business. And I get it- the natural reaction of the small business owner is to take everything that comes in and then afterwards figure…

In this video, Matt reacts to a popular clip from an 18-year-old entrepreneur sharing his advice for young people starting out in business. The core message? “Turn your hobby into a business.” While that sounds appealing, Matt offers a more grounded take—what works for one person may not work for everyone. Learn the risks, realities,…

 Welcome to our QuickBooks tutorial! Today, we’ll walk you through how to apply, edit, and delete credit memos in QuickBooks Online. Whether you’re new to QuickBooks or just need a refresher, this guide will help you manage customer credits efficiently. Credit memos are essential for adjusting customer balances, whether due to returns, overpayments, or billing…