You’re Replaceable… That’s Why You’re Failing!
From Build It To Sell It: Home Service Secrets with Lance Bachmann by LB Capital, LLC
May 5, 2026 · 1h 10m · Episode 131
About this episode
Lance Bachmann and Ellen Rohr discuss unconventional leadership and the metrics for successfully selling a business.
Built to Sell: Scaling, Leadership, and Life-Changing Exits with Ellen Rohr On this episode of the Built to Sell podcast, host Lance Bachmann is joined by Ellen Rohr, a renowned financial expert and a key force behind the success of Zoom Drain. Together, they dive deep into the "unconventional" side of leadership and the hard numbers that drive a business toward a successful sale to private equity. Ellen recounts her path from marrying a plumber to becoming a leading consultant and franchise owner, while Lance shares raw stories about the leadership failures that led to his own business setbacks. They tackle the tough topics: how to tell if your family members are the right fit for your executive team, why you should never sell to a search fund, and how "grit" is the most important trait to look for when hiring. Whether you are looking to maintain your independence or are ready to "chase the carrot" toward financial freedom, this conversation provides the roadmap for turning your trade into a high-value asset. Plus, hear details on their upcoming appearances in Australia this May!
People in this episode
Host: Lance Bachmann
Guest: Ellen Rohr
Topics covered
- leadership
- business sale
- financial freedom
- consulting
- hiring
- family business
Keywords
- leadership failures
- executive team
- private equity
- franchise owner
- business setbacks
- hiring traits
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Zoom Drain
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