Unlock the story behind Reid Tileston's remarkable entrepreneurial journey in this episode of Succession Stories. Join Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa®, as she sits down with Reid, a driven acquisition entrepreneur, to dive into his inspiring path from a 23-year-old with $100k to a thriving Anytime Fitness franchisee.    Through candid conversation, Reid shares the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey. From navigating the challenges of owning an Anytime Fitness franchise during the rough Great Recession to achieving top-tier success across multiple units, Reid offers invaluable insights into the world of acquisition entrepreneurship.   Discover the pivotal lessons Reid has obtained from buying and selling four companies. Learn why he stresses the crucial role of assembling the right team and adopting the mindset of an "entrepreneurial business owner" who strategically works on the business rather than being consumed by day-to-day operations. Diving into the emotional dynamics of business sales, Reid draws from his doctoral research on seller satisfaction post-sale. He underscores the importance of intentionality, emphasizing the need for sellers to grasp their business's true value and envision their role post-sale with clarity.   Get a sneak peek into Reid's forthcoming book, "Grit It Done," which promises illuminating insights into the world of acquisition entrepreneurship. Don't miss this episode filled with wisdom, inspiration, and the raw realities of entrepreneurial success.   Listen in to learn more about The journey from finance to fitness franchise mogul Navigating the Great Recession and Beyond The untold stories of selling businesses Building teams and creating freedom A sneak peek into the upcoming book, "Grit It Done" Resources & Links   Laurie R. Barkman https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriebarkman/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessTransitionSherpa https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com/   Reid Tileston http://www.grititdone.com http://www.reidtileston.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/reidtileston/    Resources Book: "Grit It Done" by Reid Tileston Book: "The Business Transition Handbook" by Laurie Barkman