The Late 40s Pivot Into Business Buying
29 January 2026

The Late 40s Pivot Into Business Buying

Acquiring Minds

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Despite success in corporate, Jarom Wren wanted more freedom, so he traded 5 figures of salary for 7 figures of revenue.

Topics in Jarom’s interview:

    Realizing he was renting himself to a corporationMid-career risk assessmentSearching for a digital businessChoosing the lowest cost Q of E“Deals want to die”Risks of a 4-year old e-com businessOffering education as well as DIY productsDeciding against using ROBSBuying 70% of the companyHis first year report card

References and how to contact Jarom:

    LinkedInVanlife OutfittersHarley Sitner on Acquiring Minds: Building a Beloved Brand from a Tiny, Dying Business

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