**New Video Alert! There was a time when information was difficult to find and incredibly valuable. Today, AI can generate training materials, lesson plans, procedures, and content in minutes. So what does that mean for businesses that claim their value comes from intellectual property? In this video, I explain why buyers need to separate information from execution and focus on what actually creates business value. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/lB4k3TsycmM Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett #BusinessAcquisition #BusinessValuation #IntellectualProperty #AI #Entrepreneurship #BuyABusiness #SmallBusiness #Investing #ETA **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero. Terms & Conditions apply.* See why I chose Xero for my business here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Find more content that answers your questions with my new AI BOT: https://www.davidcbarnettbot.com/ Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

Cash flow Forecasting Program Discount code- Until end of May 2026 https://dbarnett.gumroad.com/l/smallbizforecasting/CashFlow2YTPromo **** Do interest rates, recessions, and economic headlines really matter when buying or selling a small business? New guest – Mike Finger from ExitOasis.com I’m happy to have Mike join me for an important discussion about the difference between economic headlines and the real-world realities of small business dealmaking. Tune in as we discuss interest rates, private equity, AI, demographic shifts, and whether these big macro trends actually impact the average small business owner looking to buy or sell a business. We’ll also explore what really makes a business sellable and why good businesses continue to attract buyers regardless of what’s happening in the broader economy. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone interested in buying, selling, financing, or managing a small business. Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available. Set yourself a reminder on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/8Nl_AEZnIt8 It will be going live Thursday May 28, 2026 at 2:30 PM Atlantic Time and 1:30 PM Eastern Time See you there! David C Barnett *** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero . Terms & Conditions apply.* See the video of my Xero story here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Sign up for David's email list at https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero. Terms & Conditions apply.* See why I chose Xero for my business here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Find more content that answers your questions with my new AI BOT: https://www.davidcbarnettbot.com/ Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

**New Video Alert! What do you do when business slows down and the phone stops ringing? In this video, I explain a simple strategy called “Shake the Tree” — a relationship-driven way to reconnect with people, generate referrals, and create opportunities without sounding pushy. It’s simple, practical, and still works incredibly well. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/MQP53EWuCFY Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett #Sales #LeadGeneration #Networking #LinkedIn #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Marketing #SmallBusiness #Consulting **** TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 01:20 The “Shake the Tree” Sales Strategy 03:15 Why I Joined a Coworking Space 05:20 Using Events to Create Conversations 08:10 The LinkedIn Outreach Strategy 11:00 Why Non-Pushy Sales Works Better 13:40 Real Results From One Campaign 16:15 Building Long-Term Business Momentum 20:00 Why Reputation Compounds Over Time 24:10 Final Advice for Business Owners **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero. Terms & Conditions apply.* See why I chose Xero for my business here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Find more content that answers your questions with my new AI BOT: https://www.davidcbarnettbot.com/ Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

When Should You Exit a Business? Sell, Close or Walk Away How do you know when it’s time to exit a business? In this special roundtable discussion, we talk about one of the toughest decisions business owners face — when to sell, shut down, or move on. Joining me are: *Rocky Lalvani – Profit Answer Man Podcast *Giuseppe Grammatico – Franchise Freedom Podcast *Henry Lopez – The How of Business Podcast Together, we discuss the warning signs business owners should watch for, how to think about succession and exit planning, and the emotional and financial realities of leaving a business behind. This is part three of our special three-part small business roundtable series. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone thinking about selling a business, planning an exit, or evaluating the future of their company. Be sure to join the premiere so that you can ask questions. Set yourself a reminder on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/VdS7QSEIwFs **** DCB Cash Flow Forecasting & Business Plan Writing Program- Save $100 May 2026 ONLY: https://dbarnett.gumroad.com/l/smallbizforecasting/CashFlow2YTPromo Links to our guests channels: *Rocky Lalvani-Profit Answer Man on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCKlxo8XQE9n6rFmlNpQHegg *Henry Lopez- The How of Business on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCTen53dRJ5m6tgPgSIN3XEg *Giuseppe Grammatico- Franchise Freedom Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCxWsxLRngbxJEH2m8w-ptYw **** Get 90% off your first 6 months of Xero Cloud Accounting: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero See why David chose Xero for his business here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Join David's Email list and get 7 FREE gifts: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero. Terms & Conditions apply.* See why I chose Xero for my business here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Find more content that answers your questions with my new AI BOT: https://www.davidcbarnettbot.com/ Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

**New Video Alert! Over the years, I’ve answered thousands of questions about buying businesses. So I decided to compile the most common ones into a single resource. In this video, I walk through the top 40 questions people ask about buying a business — including financing, valuation, due diligence, seller financing, and avoiding bad deals. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/sAppFl2SN-Q Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett **** TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 01:20 What Is the David C Barnett Bot? 04:00 Top Questions About Buying a Business 05:10 How Much Money Do You Need? 07:20 Can You Buy a Business With No Money Down? 09:30 What Businesses Should You Target? 12:00 How to Find Businesses for Sale 15:10 How to Get Sellers & Brokers to Take You Seriously 18:30 Business Valuation Basics 23:20 Due Diligence Mistakes 28:15 Financing & Seller Notes 33:10 Earn-Outs & Deal Structures 37:00 What Happens After Closing? 40:15 Final Thoughts **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero. Terms & Conditions apply.* Find more content that answers your questions with my new AI BOT: https://www.davidcbarnettbot.com/ Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

Better Cash Flow Management for Small Business Owners Why do so many small businesses struggle with cash flow — even when sales are strong? In this special roundtable discussion, I sit down with experienced business owners and advisors to discuss the realities of managing cash flow in a small business. We explore common mistakes business owners make, how to improve financial discipline, and practical ways to create stronger, healthier businesses. Joining me are: *Rocky Lalvani – Profit Answer Man Podcast *Giuseppe Grammatico – Franchise Freedom Podcast *Henry Lopez – The How of Business Podcast Together, we discuss the realities of starting a business, buying an existing operation, and investing in a franchise opportunity. This is part one of a special three-part series exploring the lifecycle of small business ownership. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone considering entrepreneurship or exploring different ways to become a business owner. Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available. Set yourself a reminder on YouTube here: See you there! David C Barnett **** DCB Cash Flow Forecasting & Business Plan Writing Program- Save $100 May 2026 ONLY: https://dbarnett.gumroad.com/l/smallbizforecasting/CashFlow2YTPromo Links to our guests channels: *Rocky Lalvani-Profit Answer Man on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCKlxo8XQE9n6rFmlNpQHegg *Henry Lopez- The How of Business on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCTen53dRJ5m6tgPgSIN3XEg *Giuseppe Grammatico- Franchise Freedom Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCxWsxLRngbxJEH2m8w-ptYw **** Get 90% off your first 6 months of Xero Cloud Accounting: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero See why David chose Xero for his business here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Join David's Email list and get 7 FREE gifts: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero. Terms & Conditions apply.* See why I chose Xero for my business here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Find more content that answers your questions with my new AI BOT: https://www.davidcbarnettbot.com/ Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

Neuroscience News Article: https://neurosciencenews.com/ai-dunning-kruger-trap-29869/ *** **New Video Alert! AI tools are incredibly useful for business analysis… But they can also make people dangerously overconfident. In this video, I explain how I actually use AI when analyzing businesses, what these tools are genuinely good at, and the risks people need to understand before trusting them too much. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/0LAnVw0dylk Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett **** TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 AI for Business Analysis 01:45 What AI Actually Is 04:10 What AI Is Good At 07:15 Level 1: Asking Questions 09:00 Level 2: Structured Prompts 13:05 Level 3: Building Custom AI Tools 20:15 Real Examples of AI Business Analysis 25:10 The Dunning-Kruger Trap 30:20 What AI Gets Wrong 33:40 Why Human Judgment Still Matters 36:15 Final Thoughts **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero. Terms & Conditions apply.* Find more content that answers your questions with my new AI BOT: https://www.davidcbarnettbot.com/ Enjoy HUGE savings when signing up for Xero cloud-based accounting software using David's sponsorship link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

Start, Buy, or Franchise? Best Way to Get Into Business What’s the best way to get into business — start from scratch, buy an existing business, or open a franchise? In this special episode, I sit down with three experienced small business experts to discuss the different paths entrepreneurs can take when entering the world of business ownership. Joining me are: Rocky Lalvani – Profit Answer Man Podcast, Giuseppe Grammatico – Franchise Freedom Podcast, Henry Lopez – The How of Business Podcast Together, we discuss the realities of starting a business, buying an existing operation, and investing in a franchise opportunity. This is part one of a special three-part series exploring the lifecycle of small business ownership. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone considering entrepreneurship or exploring different ways to become a business owner. Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available. See you there! David C Barnett **** DCB Cash Flow Forecasting & Business Plan Writing Program- Save $100 May 2026 ONLY: https://dbarnett.gumroad.com/l/smallbizforecasting/CashFlow2YTPromo Links to our guests channels: *Rocky Lalvani-Profit Answer Man on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCKlxo8XQE9n6rFmlNpQHegg *Henry Lopez- The How of Business on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCTen53dRJ5m6tgPgSIN3XEg *Giuseppe Grammatico- Franchise Freedom Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCxWsxLRngbxJEH2m8w-ptYw **** Get 90% off your first 6 months of Xero Cloud Accounting: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero See why David chose Xero for his business here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Join David's Email list and get 7 FREE gifts: https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero. Terms & Conditions apply.* See why I chose Xero for my business here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Find more content that answers your questions with my new AI BOT: https://www.davidcbarnettbot.com/ Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

**New Video Alert! Most people think buying a business is straightforward… Find a deal, get financing, close, and you’re done. But real deals don’t work that way. In this video, I walk through 3 real acquisitions and what actually happened — including delays , surprises, and the lessons you can use in your own search. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/VilH5y_hlus Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett #BuyABusiness #BusinessAcquisition #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #DealMaking #ETA #BusinessTips #Investing *** TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Why Buying a Business Isn’t Simple 01:30 Deal #1: Closing Chaos & Transition Reality 06:10 Deal #2: Bank Delays & Hidden Opportunity 10:45 Deal #3: “Buying a Job” That Works 15:20 Creative Deal Structures Explained 18:10 Key Lessons from All 3 Deals 20:30 Why You Shouldn’t Do This Alone **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero. Terms & Conditions apply.* Find more content that answers your questions with my new AI BOT: https://www.davidcbarnettbot.com/ Enjoy HUGE savings when signing up for Xero cloud-based accounting software using David's sponsorship link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

What makes more sense for business expansion — entering a new market or growing market share? New Livestream guest – Gary Kunkle I’m happy to have Gary join me on a live broadcast. Gary is a business advisor and researcher who has spent years studying how companies grow, where they go wrong, and what actually drives profitable expansion. Tune in as we discuss the critical decision business owners face when scaling — whether to expand into new markets or focus on capturing more share in an existing one. We’ll also explore the hidden dangers of growth, why not all customers are profitable, and how smarter growth strategies can lead to better outcomes. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone looking to grow a business or make smarter strategic decisions. Find Gary online at https://www.linkedin.com/in/garykunkle/ Learn more about my newly-updated Cash Flow Forecasting & Business Plan Writing Program at https://www.BizPlanSchool.com Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero . Terms & Conditions apply.* See the video of my Xero story here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Sign up for David's email list at https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

Most business buyers make the same costly mistakes… They waste time on bad deals, get ignored by brokers, and sometimes overpay without realizing it. In this video, I break down 4 practical tools that can help you avoid those traps and move forward with confidence. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/wZ5rpWtHabo Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero. Terms & Conditions apply.* Find more content that answers your questions with my new AI BOT: https://www.davidcbarnettbot.com/ Enjoy HUGE savings when signing up for Xero cloud-based accounting software using David's sponsorship link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY