How to Choose the Right Business Broker – Glen Cooper Tells All

Join host Neal Isaacs as he sits down with legendary business broker Glen Cooper for an in-depth conversation spanning 46 years of experience, 600+ business sales, and the evolving world of business brokerage. Glen shares his insights on transparency, the impact of AI, building trust, and the personal stories that shaped his career. Whether you’re a business owner, aspiring broker, or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with actionable advice and candid wisdom. In this episode: Glen’s journey from Colorado to Maine and back The importance of honesty and transparency in business sales How AI is changing the business brokerage landscape Tips for business owners on choosing the right broker The value of systems, teamwork, and track record Personal stories, lessons learned, and Glen’s legacy Fun tangents about marine biology, clams, and more! Mentioned in this episode: Glen Cooper’s website: mycoloradobusinessbrokers.com Glen’s book: “Glen Cooper on Business Brokerage” (Available on Amazon) Business Brokerage Press: businessbrokeragepress.com BizBuySell: bizbuysell.com IBBA (International Business Brokers Association): ibba.org Contact Glen Cooper: Email: [email protected] Website: mycoloradobusinessbrokers.com Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 01:31 Glen Cooper's Background and Experience 03:54 The Role of AI in Business Brokerage 12:04 Challenges in the Current Business Environment 15:32 The Importance of Seller Financing 20:29 Choosing the Right Business Broker 32:06 A Competitor's Advice and Transparency 32:37 The Importance of Honesty and Integrity 33:20 Marketing Strategies and Systems 35:06 Teamwork and Track Record 38:32 Writing and Updating the Book 42:28 Personal Journey and Business Adaptation 48:01 Teaching and Learning in Business Brokerage 55:10 Final Thoughts and Contact Information 1:15:00 – Personal stories and lessons 1:30:00 – Q&A and wrap-up Subscribe for more interviews and insights on business sales, entrepreneurship, and the future of brokerage! BusinessBrokerage #GlenCooper #Entrepreneurship #AI #Transparency #BusinessSales #Podcast --- Show notes: For an advanced reader copy of Glen’s book, contact him directly. Glen’s phone number is available in the show notes for business inquiries.