Ever wondered what it really takes to leave the stability of a corporate job and bet on yourself by buying an existing company? In this episode, Tim sits down with Lindsey Zajac to explore her inspiring journey from a corporate HR professional to owning a thriving talent solutions business. Lindsey shares candid insights on overcoming fear, dealing with impostor syndrome, and why sometimes buying a business can be the smarter, faster path to entrepreneurship.
Tim is an entrepreneur who believes everyone should explore the opportunities that business and real estate can provide on the path to financial freedom. He owns and operates a wine & liquor store, a software startup, a consulting company and a growing portfolio of commercial and residential real estate.
Tim’s passion for independent business has led him to support dozens of other business owners. For over a decade, he has worked with businesses on strategy, processes, finances, and marketing. These experiences, along with analyzing dozens of other businesses for potential acquisition, have provided Tim with an immense knowledge base to pull from.
Tim has appeared on multiple top-tier podcasts in the financial space, such as Bigger Pockets Money and The Freedom Chasers Podcast.
[00:01 - 06:20] Lindsey’s Career Path: From HR to Entrepreneurship
Started in HR by chance, gaining broad experience in recruiting and HR roles.
Moved frequently to avoid career stagnation and grow her skills.
Mid-30s marked a shift toward entrepreneurship due to family/work balance needs.
Left a stable Pepsi HR manager role to launch a solo coaching business.
Discovered that working alone wasn’t enough; wanted a stronger business foundation.
[06:21 - 18:58] The Decision to Buy a Business
Opportunity arose to buy Career Partners, a well-established talent firm.
Pre-existing relationships with owners helped build trust.
Seller financing
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