The Marketing Mistakes That Kill Your Exit Value
Episode notes
Most business owners think their exit comes down to timing, valuation, or finding the right buyer. In reality, the biggest factor is much simpler — and often ignored: marketing.
In this episode, Shaun sits down with marketing expert Ken Countess to break down the biggest marketing mistakes small business owners make today. From email marketing and social media to AI, SEO, and Google visibility, this conversation reveals how weak marketing quietly destroys business value long before an owner ever tries to sell. If you want a business that buyers actually want, it starts with how you show up in the market right now.
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00:00 – Why Most Businesses Never Sell
02:05 – Meet Ken Countess (Marketing Background)
06:20 – The #1 Mistake Killing Business Value
11:40 – How Much Time You Should Spend on Marketing
16:10 – The Marketing Toolbox You Actually Need
21:00 – Choosing the Right Social Media Platforms
25:40 – SEO, AI, and the Future of Search
30:10 – Why Google Reviews Matter More Than You Think
33:50 – Email Marketing That Actually Works
38:20 – How to Write Emails People Open
41:20 – Why Consistency Beats Perfection
43:40 – Final Advice: Build It Right to Exit Right
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