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We tend to always think about what could go wrong. Whether it is before a big meeting or a difficult conversation, we anticipate conflict. Before taking a risk, we imagine every possible obstacle waiting around the corner. Before that next moment of overthinking, ask yourself: If your mind is capable of creating detailed stories about the worst-case scenario, why can't it create equally detailed stories about the best-case scenario? What if the meeting goes better than expect

One of the things I'm most proud of at MultiFunding is that 68.75% of our team is female. I consider that one of our superpowers. Over the years, I've found that strong, intelligent women bring an important balance to any organization. They help keep us grounded, ask thoughtful questions, challenge conventional thinking, and often see risks and opportunities that others miss. The success of any company comes down to the quality of its people, and we are fortunate to have an i

Every once in a while, I get on a call with a prospective client and within minutes I know it's not going anywhere. They're not looking for advice. They're looking for someone to tell them how to get around SBA rules. The funny thing is they almost always think they're the smartest person in the room. It took me years to recognize this pattern. Today, my goal is simple: politely end the call and move on. Life is too short to spend time with people trying to outsmart a system

I recently read a Wall Street Journal article about Fernando De Leon who built a multibillion-dollar empire by investing in businesses most people ignore—dental practices, veterinary clinics, insurance, and other essential service companies. His philosophy is simple: look for fragmented industries, challenge accepted assumptions, and buy when others are pulling back. It's a reminder that you don't need to chase the next hot trend to build wealth. Some of the best opportunitie

Everyone seems eager to blame AI for rising unemployment among recent college graduates. But according to new research highlighted by NPR, remote work may be a bigger factor. Employers appear less willing to hire and train inexperienced workers in fully remote environments, preferring candidates who can contribute immediately. That finding resonates with me. Early in a career, some of the most important learning happens by sitting near experienced people, listening, observing

We spend a surprising amount of time worrying about what might go wrong. Our minds predict setbacks, delays, and disappointments long before they happen. Yet, if life teaches us anything, it's that the future is rarely as predictable as we think. The quote, “It’s quite possible things will turn out far better than you could imagine,” reminds us that uncertainty works both ways. The same unknown future that holds challenges also holds opportunities, breakthroughs, and moments

If you arrange financing for small business owners, you should care what happens after the loan closes. That sounds obvious. But in the brokerage business, it’s surprisingly difficult to know. Many brokers focus on getting a deal approved. They collect a commission and move on. I’ve always wanted to know more. Which borrowers succeed? Which struggle? Are we helping clients obtain financing that positions them for long-term success? The challenge has always been access to info

The SBA finally clarified its position on investors tied to prior SBA loan defaults, and the news is better than many in the ETA and acquisition community feared. According to a recent Forbes article , earlier this year, lenders began seeing deals rejected if any investor on the cap table had previously backed a company that defaulted on an SBA loan. The new guidance stops short of a blanket ban and instead creates a waiver process for passive, minority investors who had no c

In this episode of the AmiSights Podcast, we interview Anthony Trucks. He is a coach, motivational speaker, author, former NFL player, and CEO of Dark Work and Identity Shift. During the conversation, he shares how he overcame significant challenges in his life and transformed them into opportunities for growth and success. "Your business should be boring. We do this, attract this. It's boring, but here's the thing: that boringness gets me into exciting rooms, on exciting sta