Small business owner goes back to tech sales | Damon Chlarson - #007

In this episode, Damon shares his journey from tech sales to buying and running a business. He discusses the challenges and setbacks he faced, including fraudulent orders, shrinking margins and ultimately closing the doors back in November. Damon also provides advice for sales reps considering buying or building a business, emphasizing the importance of understanding the risks and being prepared for potential obstacles. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 04:03 Getting Into Sales 08:02 Transitioning from Tech Sales to Buying a Business 17:18 Challenges and Setbacks in the Business 29:06 Declaring Bankruptcy 35:26 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward 40:16 Advice for Sales Reps Considering Buying or Building a Business References and how to connect with Damon Chlarson Let’s Buy a Business: From Software Sales to Buying an Insulation Business Pacific Insulation Supply Connect with Damon on X / Twitter Connect with The Salesprenuer Podcast: Subscribe for future email updates ⁠here⁠ Connect with the host, ⁠Claylyn Tirrell on LinkedIn⁠ Follow ⁠Clay on X, Twitter⁠