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Episode Synopsis
Register for the webinar:How to Reduce Surprises with Operational Diligence - Wed March 26 - https://bit.ly/4igNOqzAfter his acquisition failed, Jed Morris connected with dozens of others who'd experienced the same. There are patterns.Topics in Jed’s interview:Pivoting from Air Force to techInterning for the company he boughtAcquiring 2 landscaping companies a few weeks apartInsurance cost increased 30% after acquisitionPros and cons of long-term employeesMisjudging his employability Going out of businessHis upcoming book about business failureWhat bankruptcy really looks likeTop 3 reasons businesses failReferences and how to contact Jed:LinkedInTwitterGet a complimentary IT audit of your target business:Email Nick Akers at [email protected], and tell him you’re a searcherDownload the New CEO’s Guide to Human Resources from Aspen HR:From this page or contact [email protected] complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron
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