EPISODE · Dec 16, 2024 · 34 MIN
Selling Your Business? Who Will You Become?
from Leveraging Success · host Jeff Gerhardt
What would drive someone to sell the business they’ve poured their life into? How do you prepare for the identity shift that comes after such a monumental decision? In this episode of the Leveraging Success Podcast, Jeff Gerhardt delves into the deeply personal and spiritual aspects of deciding whether to sell a business. He reflects on the urgency of making our lives matter and the tension between comfort and calling. Through stories of resilience—from Syrian pastors facing persecution to entrepreneurs grappling with their next chapter—Jeff unpacks what it means to navigate life’s transitions with purpose. Jeff offers practical steps for building a future vision, including how to develop balance, set calendar controls, and create 90-day goals. He emphasizes the importance of uncovering your passions and aligning them with a greater purpose. Whether you're considering selling your business or seeking clarity in your life's next phase, this episode will inspire you to dream big and lean into God’s calling with courage and faith. Ready to explore who you could become after selling your business? Listen now and start planning for a future that matters forever. In This Episode [02:26] Holiday reflections [04:51] Current events in Syria [09:03] Uncharted Ministries update [11:38] Passion and commitment [12:56] Identity after business sale [14:42] Navigating market conditions [17:05] Exiting opportunities and trusting future transitions [21:48] Significance and legacy [22:50] Mount Fuji story [27:12] Setting a 90-day vision [30:01] The importance of a meaningful legacy Notable Quotes [00:00] "Someday I'm going to stand in front of the Judge. Jesus is going to have my life laid out in front of me, and it will be tested by fire." – Jeff [01:16] "The question behind the question of selling your business is, who will I be after I sell?" – Jeff [03:40] "It’s not just about experiencing beauty; it’s about being with people you trust, love, and can open up with." – Jeff [06:12] "These Syrian pastors are committed to their calling. One said, 'As for me, I’ve decided that I’m staying, and I’m going to die for Jesus.'" – Jeff [09:03] "As militants were moving into a Syrian city, our Uncharted team was moving in with the gospel, caring for those left behind." – Jeff [11:38] "If you’re not passionate about something, when it gets difficult, it will be very easy to pull the ripcord and get out." – Jeff [14:42] "The money starts to confuse you because the number gets really, really high. But the bigger question is, who will I be when the business is gone?" – Jeff [17:05] "Recognize the peak moment to exit without missing your cues. Don’t let greed or comfort keep you from moving on." – Jeff [22:50] "When climbing a mountain, I don’t focus on the top. I focus on the next marker. That’s how I move forward." – Jeff [27:34] "What do I care about so much that I just can’t not care? That’s what will guide who you’re becoming." – Jeff Resources & Links Jeff Gerhardt www.mastersprogram.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/ https://twitter.com/JeffLeverage Resources Life Balance Assessment - https://lba.priorityliving.org/ Leveraging Success Podcast- https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com/
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What would drive someone to sell the business they’ve poured their life into? How do you prepare for the identity shift that comes after such a monumental decision? In this episode of the Leveraging Success Podcast, Jeff Gerhardt delves into the deeply personal and spiritual aspects of deciding whether to sell a business. He reflects on the urgency of making our lives matter and the tension between comfort and calling. Through stories of resilience—from Syrian pastors facing persecution to entrepreneurs grappling with their next chapter—Jeff unpacks what it means to navigate life’s transitions with purpose. Jeff offers practical steps for building a future vision, including how to develop balance, set calendar controls, and create 90-day goals. He emphasizes the importance of uncovering your passions and aligning them with a greater purpose. Whether you're considering selling your business or seeking clarity in your life's next phase, this episode will inspire you to dream big and lean into God’s calling with courage and faith. Ready to explore who you could become after selling your business? Listen now and start planning for a future that matters forever. In This Episode [02:26] Holiday reflections [04:51] Current events in Syria [09:03] Uncharted Ministries update [11:38] Passion and commitment [12:56] Identity after business sale [14:42] Navigating market conditions [17:05] Exiting opportunities and trusting future transitions [21:48] Significance and legacy [22:50] Mount Fuji story [27:12] Setting a 90-day vision [30:01] The importance of a meaningful legacy Notable Quotes [00:00] "Someday I'm going to stand in front of the Judge. Jesus is going to have my life laid out in front of me, and it will be tested by fire." – Jeff [01:16] "The question behind the question of selling your business is, who will I be after I sell?" – Jeff [03:40] "It’s not just about experiencing beauty; it’s about being with people you trust, love, and can open up with." – Jeff [06:12] "These Syrian pastors are committed to their calling. One said, 'As for me, I’ve decided that I’m staying, and I’m going to die for Jesus.'" – Jeff [09:03] "As militants were moving into a Syrian city, our Uncharted team was moving in with the gospel, caring for those left behind." – Jeff [11:38] "If you’re not passionate about something, when it gets difficult, it will be very easy to pull the ripcord and get out." – Jeff [14:42] "The money starts to confuse you because the number gets really, really high. But the bigger question is, who will I be when the business is gone?" – Jeff [17:05] "Recognize the peak moment to exit without missing your cues. Don’t let greed or comfort keep you from moving on." – Jeff [22:50] "When climbing a mountain, I don’t focus on the top. I focus on the next marker. That’s how I move forward." – Jeff [27:34] "What do I care about so much that I just can’t not care? That’s what will guide who you’re becoming." – Jeff Resources & Links Jeff Gerhardt www.mastersprogram.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgerhardt/ https://twitter.com/JeffLeverage Resources Life Balance Assessment - https://lba.priorityliving.org/ Leveraging Success Podcast- https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com/
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