What would happen if you couldn’t show up to work tomorrow? Would your business keep going, or would things fall apart? In this episode of Hard Hat to CEO, Chris G chats with Pete Mohr, host of the Business Owner Breakthrough podcast, about why every business owner needs an exit plan, and no, it’s not just for retirement. Pete shares real-life stories of business owners who had to step away suddenly due to health issues, accidents, or unexpected changes. He also breaks down his simple “Six Ps” framework to help you build a business that runs smoothly, even when you’re not there. If you want more freedom, less stress, and a stronger business, this episode is for you.

Pete Mohr is a coach, speaker, author, and podcast host with over 30 years of experience as a business owner. He helps entrepreneurs take control of their companies, build stronger teams, and prepare their businesses to run without them. Pete is a Certified Exit Planning Associate and Kolbe Certified Coach, giving him a deep understanding of both strategic planning and how people work best.

He's the host of the Business Owner Breakthrough podcast and author of the book by the same name, where he shares simple, practical tools to help business owners create more freedom and long-term value. His signature “Six Ps” framework focuses on building a business that’s efficient, profitable, and exit-ready, even if you're not planning to leave anytime soon. Pete’s advice comes from real-life experience, having owned and sold multiple businesses across different industries.


Connect with Pete:
Website: https://pete-mohr.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petemohr/

Grab a copy: https://tinyurl.com/znkmu93x

Tune in: https://businessownerbreakthrough.buzzsprout.com/


Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:19) Pete’s start in business
(3:57) The first time Pete had to sell a business
(5:11) The “5 Ds” that force unexpected exits
(7:20) What “exit ready” really means
(13:45) Pete’s “Six Ps” framework
(22:01) Delegation, authority, and letting go
(34:24) Time tracking & task assignment
(35:48) The #1 mistake business owners make when preparing to exit
(41:31) Pete’s book The Business Owner Breakthrough and final takeaways
(42:34) Outro


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