#43 - Jennifer Vazquez (3x Exits)

Carrie sits down with Jennifer Vazquez, a single mother who overcame bankruptcy and the failure of her first business to build and sell a series of successful childcare centers.

 

Jennifer shares her journey of acquiring, scaling, and eventually selling three childcare centers for double their valuation. She discusses key strategies such as seller financing, and the benefits of buying existing businesses over starting from scratch.

 

Jennifer also delves into her transition from running childcare centers to her current role as an EOS coach, helping other entrepreneurs achieve success. Her story is filled with persistence, grit, and invaluable insights for anyone navigating the entrepreneurial landscape.

 

 

00:30 Meet Jennifer Vazquez: A Story of Resilience

00:47 From Bankruptcy to Business Success

01:24 The Journey of Buying and Scaling Childcare Centers

02:13 Welcome Jennifer: The Interview Begins

02:54 Jennifer's First Business Acquisition

04:54 Overcoming Financial Hurdles

06:01 Scaling Up: The Second and Third Acquisitions

08:40 The Power of Networking and Mastermind Groups

14:50 Implementing EOS: A Game Changer

15:25 Implementing EOS for Business Efficiency

15:44 Achieving Business Goals and Centralized Management

16:56 Empowering the Team and Growing Profits

17:20 Decision to Sell and Overcoming Challenges

18:29 Navigating COVID and Business Resilience

19:51 Negotiating the Sale and Financial Strategies

25:59 Post-Sale Reflections and EOS Coaching

28:59 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

30:56 Conclusion and Contact Information