Too Good to Be True: Year 1 in a $700k SDE Business
Podcast: Acquiring MindsPublished On: Thu May 14 2026
Description: Zack Mutnik thought he bought a $1.5m electrical contracting business for 2.3x. The numbers weren't what they seemed.Register for the webinar:Kill It Early: Spot Red Flags Before Spending on Diligence - TODAY!! - https://bit.ly/4eBVO6ETopics in Zack’s interview:Learning leadership in the NavyManaging chaos with ADHDUndisclosed surprises after acquisitionReplacing 8/10 employeesHeavy emphasis on company cultureDeciding to change the business nameTraining his employees to be independentGrowing revenue despite a rocky startMarketing is not a quick fixFinding employees in a rural marketReferences and how to contact Zack:TikTokFacebookLinkedInGet a complimentary IT audit for acquisition diligence or post-close transition.Visit inzotechnologies.com/eta.Download the New CEO’s Guide to Human Resources from Aspen HR:From this page or contact jenny@aspenhr.comGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron
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