Finding Passion & Purpose In Acquisitions, Exits, Entrepreneurship & Life with Raleigh Williams

When it comes to business, the goal isn’t just a big exit—it’s about building something so empowering that staying in or stepping away both feel like exciting options. In this episode, Jaryd Krause is joined by Raleigh Williams, a former Mergers & Acquisitions lawyer turned successful entrepreneur. Raleigh left his law career after just nine months to start an escape room business, which he scaled and sold for eight figures. Now a father of three and husband to a breast cancer survivor, Raleigh now helps entrepreneurs “take chips off the table” and reconnect with the creativity and joy that originally drove them into business. The conversation dives deep into Raleigh’s journey—from walking away from law, to building a multi-million-dollar company, to writing a powerful book that helps founders navigate the emotional rollercoaster of exits and acquisitions. For entrepreneurs wondering whether to sell, grow, or rediscover their passion for their business, this episode is packed with game-changing insights. Learn how to find fulfillment in business, make empowered decisions, and avoid the identity crisis that can follow a big exit. Get ready for a raw, insightful, and inspiring conversation about purpose, growth, and enjoying the journey of entrepreneurship, no matter what stage you’re in. Episode Highlights 03:00 Finding purpose in your work and life 10:00 Combining enjoyment and passion into your business 17:00 Can you truly make a hobby your work? 25:30 The importance of being authentic in both business and personal life. 33:00 How suffering and passion intersect in meaningful work. 41:00 Raleigh's book and finding true fulfillment. 45:00 Where to find Raleigh and his book? Key Takeaways ➥ Purpose isn’t found—it’s created by doing work that energizes you in the present, not some future ideal. ➥ Passion doesn't mean ease. True passion often involves suffering you’re willing to bear because the work feels important. ➥ Hobbies don’t have to become work. It’s okay to keep joy separate from your income stream. ➥ Living an undivided life—being the same person in every setting—leads to deeper fulfillment and less emotional burnout. ➥ A true calling feels like something only you can do, even when it's hard. That’s what gives it meaning. About The Guest Raleigh Williams, a former mergers and acquisitions lawyer, left his career in law to start an escape room business, which he scaled and sold for eight figures. A father of three and husband to a breast cancer survivor, Raleigh now helps entrepreneurs take chips off the table and reconnect to their creative abilities. Connect with Raleigh Williams ➥ https://www.linkedin.com/in/raleigh-williams/ ➥ https://www.amazon.com/Creators-Call-Default-Personal-Purpose/dp/B0DVQNCQ6T Resource Links ➥ Buying Online Businesses Website - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com ➥ Sell your business to us here - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com/sell-your-business/ ➥ Download the Due Diligence Framework - https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com/freeresources/➥ Connect with Jaryd here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarydkrause ➥ GoDaddy (Website Hosting & Buying Domains) - https://bit.ly/3YiRkWV ➥ Rank Math (Wordpress SEO Plugin) - https://bit.ly/3Acyjf4 ➥ Ezoic (Ad Network) - https://bit.ly/3NuVR5P 🔥Buy & Sell Online Businesses Here (Top Website Brokers We Use) 🔥 ➥ Empire Flippers - https://bit.ly/3RtyMkE ➥ Flippa - https://bit.ly/3wGa8r5 ➥ Motion Invest - https://bit.ly/3YmJAmO➥ Investors Club - https://bit.ly/3ZpgioR *This post may contain affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site/posts at no additional cost to you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.