{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"If I Were 20 Again, This Is How I'd Get Into Business - Featuring Spencer Ward","description":"Everyone tells young entrepreneurs to start a business. I disagree. In this episode, I share the exact advice I gave my nephew when he asked how to become a business owner without money or years of experience. Instead of joining the 90% of startups that fail, I explain why I believe the smarter path is to work inside the industry you want to own, become indispensable, and position yourself to buy an established business from a retiring owner. We also discuss: Why the skilled trades are one of the greatest wealth-building opportunities today. How baby boomer retirements are creating once in a generation acquisition opportunities. How seller financing can help you buy a business even if you don't have cash. Why messy financial statements can actually create opportunities for buyers. The importance of staying in your lane and buying businesses that match your expertise. Why experience is often worth far more than a business degree when it comes to ownership. If you're young, thinking about entrepreneurship, or you're a parent wondering what advice to give your kids, this episode could save years of frustration and possibly hundreds of thousands of dollars. \ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Subscribe to the Idaho Business Podcast for practical business strategies, acquisitions, leadership lessons, and real-world advice from entrepreneurs building successful companies. If you'd like to be featured on an episode go to theidahobusinesspodcast.com to APPLY! Apple Podcasts Spotify   ","author_name":"Idaho Business Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/www.pocatellobusinesspodcast.com\/","html":"