Think Like an Owner

About Think Like an Owner

Think Like an Owner is a newsletter distributing research and stories on how small, owner-operated companies grow, for operators and investors. It's aimed at readers already interested in small-business M&A and entrepreneurship through acquisition — searchers, buyers, sellers, and operators — who want curated context rather than raw deal listings.

Key features

• Research on small owner-operated companies
• CEO and operator interviews
• Annual reflection letters
• Leadership, compensation, and process topics

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