Justin Goodbread · June 19, 2025

Podcast: Beyond Budgets Podcast
June 19, 2025 · 43 min
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Expert in Business Value Growth and Strategic Exit Planning
7 businesses Built and exited1M+ copies Best-selling books sold worldwide5× Top 100 Most Influential Advisor, Investopedia500+ episodes DecaMillionaire Decoded podcast
Justin Goodbread is a seasoned entrepreneur, author, and business strategist with decades of experience building, scaling, and exiting service-based businesses. He launched his first venture at just 15 years old, igniting a lifelong passion for entrepreneurship and financial independence. Over the years, Justin has built multiple companies—culminating in an eight-figure exit—solidifying his reputation as a trusted advisor to growth-minded business owners.
Justin specializes in helping service-based entrepreneurs—particularly those generating over $500,000 in annual revenue—break through plateaus, enhance enterprise value, and prepare for highly profitable exits. He is the creator of the DecaMillionaire Doctrine, a five-phase framework designed to guide business owners from operational overwhelm to strategic freedom and lasting wealth.
A two-time bestselling author, Justin shares his expertise in his books The Ultimate Sale and Your Baby’s Ugly, offering practical, actionable guidance on maximizing business value. He also hosts the long-running podcast DecaMillionaire Decoded, with over 500 episodes packed with strategies for business growth, exit planning, and leadership.
As a podcast guest, Justin delivers engaging stories, strategic insights, and a relatable approach that resonates with entrepreneurs navigating the challenges of growth and transition. His blend of real-world experience and clear communication makes him a standout voice in conversations about business strategy, legacy building, and financial freedom.
What does it look like to steward your business and family with intentionality, especially when it's time to plan an exit? Entrepreneur and authorJustin Goodbreadjoins host Deb Meyer to talk candidly about sacrifice, scaling, and what too many business owners get wrong when it's time to let go.
Whether you're years away from selling or just starting to think about legacy, this conversation blends practical wisdom and deep faith in a way that resonates with purpose-driven parents and entrepreneurs alike.
Exit planning isn't just about spreadsheets; it's about soul work. Whether your business is ready or not, ask: Am I emotionally and spiritually ready to step into what's next?
Episode Highlights
(00:03) - Navigating Work-Life Balance as a Family
(12:41) - Entrepreneurial Lessons That Propel Success
(18:01) - Maximizing Business Value Through Exit Planning
(25:41) - Unlocking Success Through Coaching and Surrender
(33:41) - Strategic Business Exit Planning Insights
Related Episodes
Ep. 16 – Maximizing Your Business Exit (Retirement planning for small biz owners)
Ep. 27 – Breaking Free from Work-Centered Identity (with Jerome Myers)
Connect with Guest Justin Goodbread
JustinGoodbread.com | The Ultimate Sale, Your Baby's Ugly
Justin's Podcast: DecaMillionaire Decoded
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