In this value-packed episode, we're joined by Dr. Dan Asante and Antonio Garcia, the visionary founders of Best Practice Strategies. Together, they dive deep into leadership, operations, systems, and strategy—sharing real-world tools and analogies that business owners can apply today.

💡 Whether you're building SOPs, scaling your organization, or trying to improve your company culture, this episode delivers clarity, strategy, and actionable wisdom.

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – What are “best practices”?
01:30 – Operations & team learning styles
03:00 – The power of SOPs and business consistency
06:00 – How to start building repeatable systems
09:15 – Pay for speed: time vs. money
12:30 – The “sailboat” business growth analogy
15:00 – JV & affiliate strategies
18:00 – Expanding services through collaboration
20:00 – Leadership's role in growth & systems
22:30 – Creating strong company culture
25:00 – The truth about gratitude in leadership
26:45 – Wrap-up and takeaways

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Website: https://bestpracticestrategies.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestpracticestrategies
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Timestamps 00:00 – What are best practices?01:30 – Team learning styles in operations03:00 – Why SOPs matter06:00 – How to start building systems09:15 – Pay for speed vs. doing it all yourself12:30 – Business = Sailboat (growth analogy)15:00 – JV & affiliate growth ideas18:00 – Scaling through strategic partnerships20:00 – Leadership mindsets that win22:30 – How to grow your culture25:00 – Is gratitude a mask or a tool?26:45 – Final thoughts

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How to Buy, Scale, and Exit a Business the Smart Way — with Chad Peterson

In this episode of All Things LOCS, we sit down with Chad Peterson, founder of Peterson Acquisitions and author of Quantum Stack Investing, to discuss the real-world strategies of buying, scaling, and selling businesses.

With over 25 years of experience in M&A, Chad breaks down the truth behind:

- The actual process of buying and selling businesses

- Why most gurus are misleading you with “easy” acquisition strategies

- How to build a business that doesn’t fall apart when you leave

- Red flags in the “buy a boring business” movement

- Why your business needs boundaries, systems, and cash flow to be valuable

- How to align business with your personal exit vision

This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, business owners, and anyone considering an acquisition or preparing for a profitable exit.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro to Chad Peterson & M&A Basics

01:04 – The snake oil in today’s “buy a biz” space

02:31 – Why buying/selling is an art—not a formula

04:47 – Chad’s first exit & how he fell into M&A

06:41 – Lessons from flying & rebuilding post-9/11

10:46 – The problem with “easy” acquisitions

14:05 – Red flags in online business advice

17:09 – Tax strategy vs. cash flow strategy

20:14 – Why scaling without strategy leads to failure

23:10 – Building teams vs. emotional attachment

26:12 – The myth of “semi-absentee” ownership

30:02 – Aligning strategy with personal vision

35:50 – Preparing to sell: profit, process & posture

39:12 – What buyers really care about

42:00 – Is starting a business in 2025 a bad idea?

44:22 – Add-backs & valuation insights

46:47 – Final thoughts & connect with Chad

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🎙️ ALL THINGS LOCS Podcast

In this episode, we’re joined by Steven Crissien — digital marketing expert, producer on the Ed Mylett podcast, and passionate mentor helping others find purpose through branding, leadership, and legacy.

Steven shares his journey from building businesses to building people, discusses the importance of personal branding, and dives deep into how faith, family, and values shape his leadership style.

⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro and welcome
01:15 – Meet Steven Crissien: Background and purpose
05:30 – Why personal branding matters today
10:45 – Steven’s shift from business to mentorship
17:20 – Balancing entrepreneurship and family
22:10 – The role of faith in leadership
28:40 – Building community and pouring into others
33:15 – Authenticity wins in life and business
39:05 – Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
45:00 – Final thoughts on legacy
48:30 – Where to follow Steven

🔗 Connect with Steven Crissien:
Instagram: @stevencrissien
LinkedIn: Steven Crissien
Twitter: @StevenCrissien
Website: stevencrissien.com/media

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