Pro Serv Podcast by Collective 54

Feb 21 2025 100 ep. 17 mins 15
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The Podcast that will help you grow, scale, and exit your professional services firm.

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Episode 206 - Accelerating Growth with AI: Practical Insights from Tenten Group

Feb 21 2025 16 mins  
Artificial intelligence is transforming how boutique firms operate, and Darren Horwitz, founder of Tenten Group, is leading the way. By leveraging AI to process years of business data, Darren has identified high-value opportunities and optimized his firm’s service offerings. He’s also using AI to analyze patterns in client interactions, refine messaging, and develop a targeted

Episode 205 - Building the Blueprint: Using Collective 54 Tools to Scale and Exit Successfully

Feb 14 2025 15 mins  
Scaling a firm with the ultimate goal of a successful exit requires a precise strategy, the right tools, and disciplined execution. By leveraging proven frameworks and actionable insights, you can position your business to achieve maximum value when the time is right. Join Brian Ackerman, Partner at Ascendient Healthcare Advisors, as he shares how he’s leveraging Collective 54 to

Episode 204 - Fuel Your Firm’s Growth: Mastering the Art of Strategic Acquisitions

Feb 07 2025 15 mins  
Acquisitions can be a game-changer for scaling your business, providing access to new markets, capabilities, and talent. However, making the right acquisition requires a clear strategy and a founder’s perspective on what drives success.Join Sam Shepler, Founder of Testimonial Hero, as he shares his journey of leveraging acquisitions to accelerate growth. In this session, you’ll

Episode 203 - Accelerate Your Firm’s Growth Now: A Proven, Relationship-Driven Sales Strategy for Professional Services

Feb 03 2025 20 mins  
In the seller-doer model, where professionals both deliver services and generate new business, relationship selling is a powerful approach for driving growth. By focusing on authentic connections, you build trust and credibility, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor while fostering lasting partnerships. Join this session with David Ackert, CEO of Pipeline Plus to explore how t

Episode 202 - Expanding from Consulting to Product: A Strategic Growth Journey – Member Case with Lawrence King

Jan 24 2025 18 mins  
Transitioning from consulting to a product-driven model can unlock growth but requires strategic decisions and innovation. There are graveyards full of services companies that tried to make this pivot and have not survived it. Lawrence King, founder of Headstorm, shares his journey of transforming his consulting firm into a product powerhouse in the agriculture industry. If you’v

Episode 201 - The Road to a Successful Exit: Timing, Advisors, and Process

Jan 17 2025 20 mins  
Exiting your business is a multi-step process that requires strategic planning and the right team at the right time. This session breaks down the timeline of an exit, from assessing your firm’s worth and preparing marketing materials to managing buyer interest and creating competitive tension. Learn when to hire key advisors, what each phase entails, and how to make a strong firs

Episode 200 - How to Get the Most Out of Your Membership: A Blueprint for Success

Jan 10 2025 29 mins  
How can you leverage your membership to its fullest? What does it take to become an exceptional member of our community? In this inspiring session, our 2024 Member of the Year will share the mindset, actions, and strategies that set them apart. Learn how to manage the volume of ideas you get from the community, how to get ideas implemented and how to build meaningful relationships

Episode 199 – Next-Gen Tech: Transforming the Professional Services Industry

Jan 03 2025 16 mins  
Next-generation technologies are revolutionizing the professional services industry. Join Alex Bratton, CEO of Lextech and practical tech futurist, for an insightful session exploring how next gen technology will reshape the way we work and serve clients.Gain clarity on disruptive trends and learn how to harness their potential for strategic advantage in professional services. From

Episode 197 – Building LinkedIn Authority to Drive Business Development Opportunities

Dec 13 2024 20 mins  
Harness LinkedIn to become the go-to authority in your industry. This session covers building trust and awareness at scale using thought leadership and a formula for cutting through the noise. Discover strategies to stand out, track essential metrics, and align LinkedIn with your broader marketing efforts. Leave with actionable tools to enhance your LinkedIn presence and drive enga

Episode 196 – Knowing When to Quit: Making the Tough Decision to Move On

Dec 06 2024 19 mins  
At Collective 54, we often discuss the “Valley of Death” firms face when moving from Growth to Scale. But what if the cost of this journey is too high? In this session, C54 alumni Julian Lumpkin shares his story of deciding to close his firm and what came next. He’ll reveal the tough questions he asked himself and offer strategies for communicating this decision both internal