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June 5, 2025 38 mins

In this episode of the M&A Mastermind podcast, Nick Olsen interviews Monica Garcia Duggal, a financial expert who emphasizes a holistic approach to business and personal finance. Monica shares her entrepreneurial journey, the importance of breath work in decision-making, and strategies for scaling businesses. She introduces her BITES method, which provides a framework for financial management and sustainable freedom. The conversation also touches on preparing clients for negotiations and the significance of maintaining balance in life and business.

Takeaways

  • A holistic approach to business considers all aspects of a company.
  • Breath work can significantly improve decision-making abilities.
  • Deal fatigue can lead to poor negotiation outcomes.
  • Preparing clients for negotiations is crucial for success.
  • The BITES method offers a structured approach to financial management.
  • Sustainable freedom is achievable through effective financial strategies.
  • Systems in business can save time and enhance efficiency.
  • Maintaining balance in life contributes to overall success.

About the Show

The M&A Mastermind Podcast is your go-to source for the latest industry trends and strategies to level up your M&A practice.

The show features thought leaders who specialize in the lower middle market space and share their experiences and expertise across key areas of execution, such as market analysis, lead generation, deal management, strategic partnerships, buyer access and much more.

With host Nick Olsen, each episode's "mastermind" will share ways in which they have found success in navigating the M&A industry to best support the small-to-medium-sized private business owners they focus on serving.

Chapters

00:00   Introduction to a Holistic Approach

03:06   Monica's Entrepreneurial Journey

06:08   Scaling Businesses: A Holistic Perspective

08:59   The Power of Breath in Decision Making

12:00   Recognizing and Managing Stress in Negotiations

14:58   Preparing Clients for Successful Negotiations

18:08   The BITES Method: A Strategic Framework

23:45   Creating Sustainable Freedom through Finance

30:04   Monica's Upcoming Podcast and Resources

Keywords

Mergers & Acquisitions, holistic approach, business scaling, decision making, negotiation strategies, financial freedom, entrepreneurship, wellness, M&A

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