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Why a Former Falcon Calls the NFL a “Hobby” w/ 2x NFL All-Pro Ovie Mughelli
In this episode of Built To Exit, Jason Sisneros sits down with former Atlanta Falcons fullback Ovie Mughelli for an in-depth conversation about identity, long-term vision, and why even an NFL career should never become your endgame. Ovie shares how pre-med schooling, strong identity and family values, and having an endgame mindset shape success in football, business, and life after the league.
Why You Stop Short (When Other Business Owners Never Give Up) w/ Mairin Moore Cane
In this episode of Built to Exit, host Jason Sisneros talks with Mairin Moore Kane about how leaders can define themselves regardless of circumstance and why the story of your life is shaped by the decisions you make when everything seems to be going wrong. They cover Mairin’s journey from running multiple businesses across several states to being bedridden for three years with chronic illness, the identity crisis that can happen when productivity disappears, and how leaders often tie their worth to performance until life forces them to rethink everything. They also talk about the turning point that changed everything for Mairin. In the middle of her lowest moment, she realized that even though everything around her was falling apart, she could still decide how her story would end. That decision reshaped her leadership, her purpose, and the way she now helps others rise through adversity.
The Private Equity Survival Guide: You MUST Win Before You Sell (w/ John Leonetti)
In this episode of Built to Exit, host Jason Sisneros talks with John Leonetti about how owners can sell a business without getting blindsided in diligence, pricing, or terms. They cover why selling a business is a “no do-over” process, how buyers think, and what owners can do now to protect price and reduce deal risk: get the business less tied to the owner, keep clean books that a lender can follow, and build a team that can run day-to-day without the founder in every decision. They also talk about the personal side of a sale, including how owners handle the shift after closing, plus a straight view on AI and why it is already changing competition and buyer questions.
055: How To Build A Business That Runs WITHOUT YOU (From someone who's done it)
To build a truly hands-off business, you must structure your operations as if you are selling them tomorrow. Even if you plan to keep the company forever. This video explains why the "Built To Exit" framework is actually the fastest path to owner autonomy, helping you replace yourself with systems that generate cash flow without your daily involvement. Why this matters now: Most business owners are trapped in a "prison sentence" of their own making because they build for income, not enterprise value. By adopting an exit-ready mindset, you force the business to operate independently of you, securing both your freedom today and your wealth tomorrow. In this video, you will learn: - Why "Everybody Exits" is the necessary mindset shift for removing owner dependency. - How to reverse-engineer your "End Game" number to stop operational leakage. - The difference between "As-Is" and "Pro Forma" EBITDA (and why it proves -- autonomy). The 9 crucial steps to turn a high-stress job into a self-managing asset.
054: The Next 4 Years Will Change Small Business Forever
In this episode, Jason Sisneros dives into the shifting landscape of small and mid-sized businesses, emphasizing the importance of preparing for an eventual exit and the need to build companies that can thrive without the owner's constant involvement. He highlights how current economic changes and technological advancements, like AI, are creating unique opportunities for business owners who focus on innovation, professionalism, and strong customer relationships. The key takeaway is that success now depends on discipline, clarity, and readiness to adapt, as the standards for business operations and exits have risen.
