Should You Sell Your Business? Architect Turned Headhunter Reveals His Million Dollar Decision

Marshall Haas is the co-founder of Shepherd (now Somewhere), who recently sold a majority stake in his company. Watch as we dive into his journey from architecture to headhunting, leading to a million-dollar exit. Marshall offers valuable insights from his diverse ventures, including selling iPhone cases, running an Airbnb business, and building Shepherd. He discusses the challenges of growing a company, working with influential partners, and the emotional aspects of selling a business. Join us as we explore Marshall's story and learn about: Marshall's daily routines and his essential tools His journey from architecture school to entrepreneurship What led him to sell Shepherd and how he determined it was the right decision The importance of looking beyond the numbers and making businesses decisions that are right for you His plans for the future now that he has transitioned from his role at Shepherd Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply seeking practical advice for personal and professional growth, Marshall's experiences offer valuable lessons. Tune in for an honest conversation about the realities of entrepreneurship, the significance of strategic partnerships, and charting your own path to success. People Mentioned Nick Huber Shaan Puri Resources Mentioned Harvest: https://www.getharvest.com Future: https://www.future.co Raycast: https://www.raycast.com Books: The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel, 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing, Principles Chapters 00:45 - Introducing Marshall Haas: From Architecture to Entrepreneurship 00:57 - Entrepreneurship Journey: First Businesses to E-Commerce Success 03:51 - Diving into Real Estate: The Airbnb Experiment 04:57 - Headhunting and Starting Shepherd 10:11 - Selling Shepherd Behind The Scenes 15:50 - What’s Next? 20:29 - Building a New Home 22:03 - Life After the Big Deal 23:49 - Finding Purpose Beyond Wealth 24:34 - Exploring Hobbies and Building New Connections 27:09 - The Power of Time Tracking and Delegation 28:39 - Books That Shape a Business Mindset 32:40 - Innovative Health and Productivity Hacks 33:36 - The Joy of Delegating Leadership 35:15 - Business Ideas and Future Ventures 41:10 - Essential Tools for Productivity and Creativity 42:37 - Exploring New Career Paths 🔗 Connect with Marshall: Twitter/X:   / marshal   Instagram:   / marshallhaas   Website: https://www.needwant.com Website: https://www.somewhere.com/ 🔗 Connect with Andrew: Twitter/X:   / awilkinson   (exclusive monthly AMAs for subscribers) LinkedIn:   / awilkinson   Website: https://www.neverenough.com/ Weekly recommendations: https://bit.ly/4bT6IRv