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Designed to GlideWell
Designed to GlideWell is a podcast about building a life—and business—by design.
Hosted by husband-and-wife duo Sarah and Ethan Glidewell, this show takes you behind the scenes of what it really looks like to build wealth and freedom through unconventional paths. From buying and building businesses to investing in and designing high-performing vacation rentals, they share the strategies, lessons, and mindset shifts that have shaped their journey.
But this isn’t just about business—it’s about intention.
Each episode explores how to create a life that feels as good as it looks, whether that’s through thoughtful design, smart investments, or redefining what success can be beyond the traditional 9–5. Along the way, they sit down with founders, investors, and creatives who are carving out their own paths through unique opportunities and alternative ways of living.
If you’ve ever felt like there’s more than the default path—this is your invitation to build it.
Designed to GlideWell
From Solopreneurs to Acquisition Entrepreneurs: A Game-Changing Journey
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Welcome back to The KarWell Chronicles! In this episode, Sarah and Ethan dive deep into the mindset shifts that transformed their entrepreneurial journey—from building businesses from scratch to embracing the powerful strategy of buying established companies. 🚀
We peel back the curtain on real-world statistics that will change the way you think about risk, success, and failure in entrepreneurship. Why do most solopreneurs hit a ceiling? How do you build for an exit instead of getting stuck wearing every hat? And what about stepping out of your comfort zone, overcoming limiting beliefs, and restructuring your entire life (including going alcohol-free!) to become the leader you were meant to be?
Whether you're a seasoned business owner, a budding entrepreneur, or just curious about personal growth and leveling up your circle, this transparent, no-BS conversation will open your eyes, motivate you, and maybe even make you laugh. Plus, we talk about the journey as a couple: what it means to truly partner with an A-player and why surrounding yourself with the right people is non-negotiable.
🔥 If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re building your business right, how to escape burnout, or if you’re simply ready for a new perspective—hit play now!
🎯 KEY MOMENTS (Timestamps):
00:05:19 — The Turning Point: From Building to Buying Businesses & Mindset Shifts
00:06:30 — Eye-Opening Stats: Why Buying Beats Building (And Failure Rates that Shock)
00:15:10 — Leadership Unleashed: Why Solopreneurs Get Stuck & The Power of Teams
00:22:29 — Breaking Limiting Beliefs: Big Loans, SBA Secrets, and Taking Massive Leaps
00:43:55 — Going Alcohol-Free: Reinventing Your Identity for Greater Success & Leadership
👇 Tell us in the comments: What’s YOUR biggest entrepreneurial mindset shift? Ready to buy, build, or both?
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Hosted by Ethan Glidewell & Sarah Glidewell
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