#32- Matt Jones and Garrett Paul

The Entrepreneur Lounge | Episode 32: Partnerships, Mentors and Negotiating From Strength In Episode 32, Matt Jones and Garrett Paul talk about what really makes a business partnership work. They break down why a 50/50 split rarely makes sense when one partner brings paying clients and the other brings “connections,” and what Shark Tank teaches us about paying for expertise, not just capital. Matt and Garrett also cover: Why small businesses win on speed and adaptability Why every meeting needs one driver How to find a mentor who has been where you want to go Why they never negotiate on price How vetting new clients during onboarding saves time and headaches Negotiating from a position of strength Why an outside perspective matters before any big decision Choosing a partner who is rowing the boat in the same direction 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://rss.com/podcasts/the-entrepre... Learn more: The Jones Group: https://thejonesgroup.us The Entrepreneur Lounge: https://theentrepreneurlounge.com #Entrepreneurship #BusinessPartnerships #SmallBusiness #Leadership #Podcast