In this episode of the Big Success podcast, Troy Hazard, a business growth expert, shares his strategic approach to business, especially when it comes to acquisitions. He also talks about future-proofing businesses and emphasizes the importance of understanding the purpose behind deals. In this interview, Hazard advises entrepreneurs to step back from daily operations and focus on strategic thinking when scaling a business. He suggests identifying key metrics and goals that align with personal values and professional aspirations. This shift in focus towards the broader scope of things can be a game-changer for small business owners looking to become leaders of larger organizations. About Troy Hazard: Troy Hazard is an entrepreneurial genius with over three decades of extensive business experience. He has founded and nurtured 13 businesses, turned around companies making enormous losses, and consulted for countless successful firms like Goodyear, Baskin Robbins, Subway, and Fisher & Paykel. His remarkable talents earned him the prestigious role of Global President of the Entrepreneurs' Organization, which he considers one of his greatest challenges. Hazard's vast experiences have provided him with valuable insights into organizational workings and customer mindsets, particularly in the franchise space where he has been a leading consultant for 30 years. Leveraging this expertise, he serves as a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), hosting hugely successful business TV shows in Australia, his cable TV talk show "Gettin' Down 2 Business" reaching 30 million US homes weekly, and regularly co-hosting "The Big Biz Show" radio program with 1.5 million listeners. Please click here to learn more about: https://troyhazard.com/ About Brad Sugars Internationally known as one of the most influential entrepreneurs, Brad Sugars is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the #1 business coach in the world. Over the course of his 30-year career as an entrepreneur, Brad has become the CEO of 9+ companies and is the owner of the multimillion-dollar franchise ActionCOACH®. As a husband and father of five, Brad is equally as passionate about his family as he is about business. That’s why, Brad is a strong advocate for building a business that works without you – so you can spend more time doing what really matters to you. Over the years of starting, scaling and selling many businesses, Brad has earned his fair share of scars. Being an entrepreneur is not an easy road. But if you can learn from those who have gone before you, it becomes a lot easier than going at it alone. Please click here to learn more about Brad Sugars: https://bradsugars.com/ Learn the Fundamentals of Success for free: The Big Success Starter: https://results.bradsugars.com/thebigsuccess-starter