The Real Bottom Line

In this episode, we explore the true essence of wealth and the freedoms that come along with it. While staying at a dream lakeside home in Ontario, our host delves into the enriching experiences and lessons from Anthea, a successful businesswoman. Together, they demystify the concept of wealth, pondering whether it's just about money or if there's more to it. Drawing inspiration from figures like Steve Jobs and insights from Strategic Coach Dan Sullivan, they discuss the intertwined freedoms of time, money, relationship, and purpose. Business owners will find particular resonance in the discussion on the "owner's trap" and the journey from being an integral part of the daily operations to a visionary CEO. By the end, listeners are encouraged to redefine their vision of a "wealthy life," focusing on relationship richness, personal freedoms, and business autonomy. For those intrigued by the idea of amplifying their business value while maintaining a work-life balance, Wendy offers an opportunity to collaborate. Reach out to wendy@blackstarwealth.com and let's embark on this journey together!

Show Notes

In this episode, we explore the true essence of wealth and the freedoms that come along with it. While staying at a dream lakeside home in Ontario, our host delves into the enriching experiences and lessons from Anthea, a successful businesswoman. Together, they demystify the concept of wealth, pondering whether it's just about money or if there's more to it. Drawing inspiration from figures like Steve Jobs and insights from Strategic Coach Dan Sullivan, they discuss the intertwined freedoms of time, money, relationship, and purpose. Business owners will find particular resonance in the discussion on the "owner's trap" and the journey from being an integral part of the daily operations to a visionary CEO. By the end, listeners are encouraged to redefine their vision of a "wealthy life," focusing on relationship richness, personal freedoms, and business autonomy. For those intrigued by the idea of amplifying their business value while maintaining a work-life balance, Wendy offers an opportunity to collaborate. Reach out to wendy@blackstarwealth.com and let's embark on this journey together!


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Creators and Guests

Host
Wendy Brookhouse
The Financial Planner for ambitious growth oriented Entrepreneurs
Editor
Shaun Whynacht
I’m the founder of Blue Cow Marketing and father of an amazing little boy. helping other business owners overcome challenges is my passion.

What is The Real Bottom Line?

Welcome to The Real Bottom Line – the podcast for business owners who want to exit on their terms.

I'm Wendy Brookhouse, creator of The Exit Lab and the Business Value Amplifier. In each episode, I talk with founders and experts about what really drives value in a business – and how to build a company that's ready to sell, whether that's in 2 years or 10.

We unpack what makes a business more attractive to buyers. We tackle financials, recurring revenue, customer satisfaction, and systems that take the business beyond you. No fluff. Just real conversations, tools, and ideas you can use right now.

If you're thinking about selling – or just want more control, more freedom, and more value – you're in the right place.