Early Years as Searcher/CEO

by an investor from Babson College

5 years ago

Hi EtA Search Community,
You may be surprised to learn that 2/3 of searchers reported feeling significantly worried about their business 2 years from acquisition. Additionally, searchers seldom can see much beyond the business model they are purchasing.  The “magic” of EtA is the transformation that the searcher/CEO entrepreneur brings to the business as time progresses and not what they are starting with.  
You can read more in the blog post. Please let the community know your thoughts and comments below!
https://jimsteinsharpe.com/z-runningsme/early-years-as-searcher-ceo/

Search On!!!
Jim Sharpe

		

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searcher from Harvard University - Harvard Business School

Thank you for sharing, Jim

2 years ago | like reply | 0 likes

searcher

The full article provided great guidance and gave me a lot of encouragement as I can associate with the sentiment that you spelled out as a new business owner after completing my acquisition earlier this year. The business transforms little by little over time.

3 years ago | like reply | 0 likes

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