Zorina Dimitrova talks to Elena Armijo about women's career success and going after what you really want despite and because of the special job market we are in.
Zorina Dimitrova - founder of grownlearn.org, coach and trainer in creating a Life and Business with Meaning
Elena Armijo - elenaarmijo.com - Executive and Holistic Life Coach, Host of the Podcast 'In A Manner of Speaking with Elena Armijo': https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1578387037

You Must Ask for What You Really Want - Don't Go Back to Sleep

Sarry Ibrahim: https://finassetprotection.com/
Sarry's Podcast: Think like a bank: https://finassetprotection.com/our-podcast/

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website: www.grownlearn.org

Retirement Plans in the New Economy & Startups Challenges

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The Freedom to Succeed Masterclass with Nicolina: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/nw/597197

Energy Healing and Business. Do they Mix?

Ryann Dowdy: Social Sellers Academy: https://www.socialsellersacademy.com/

Zorina Dimitrova: Personal growth trainings for businesses and individuals - www.grownlearn.org

Are you just starting up? Tips from the Sales Guru

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Digital Detox Retreat in Bulgaria

In this episode, I sit down with Saul Cohen (Partner at The Expert Eye, ex-PwC) to unpack how small and mid-sized businesses can grow faster with mergers & acquisitions. We get real about today’s market—why interest from buyers and sellers is up, why fewer deals are closing, and how founders can still build momentum by de-risking, acquiring strategically, and planning tax-smart exits.

We cover:
• How to make your company buyable (and why 85% never sell)
• When an add-on acquisition beats organic growth
• Values & culture fit (the hidden deal killer)
• Search funds, seller-supported deals, and liquidity constraints
• Baby boomer exits and the coming wealth transfer
• Cash vs valuation trade-offs, and practical tax & succession tips

About Saul Cohen
Saul is an accountant and acquisitions advisor who’s helped entrepreneurs navigate financial audits, risk, and strategic deals. At The Expert Eye, he empowers owners to go from operators to savvy investors—optimizing wealth, readiness for exit, and impactful acquisitions.

If you’re a founder or operator eyeing transformation, this conversation gives you the playbook to scale intentionally.

Chapters 

00:01:12-00:07:40: M&A Market: Risk and Liquidity
00:07:41-00:16:09: Strategies for Attractive Business Exits
00:16:10-00:21:20: Emotional & Cultural Fit in Acquisitions
00:21:21-End: Exit Preferences, Boomer Trends & Seller-Supported Deals
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📺 Take a peek at our curated playlist THE CAPITAL PLAYBOOK HERE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTJlaeHk03J3Csa1jytu1X1JKyZ_6qTQb
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Explore Strategic Growth & Investment-Ready Opportunities with GrowNLearn
GrowNLearn, led by Zorina Dimitrova, connects select VCs, Family Offices, and Strategic Investors with precisely matched, high-growth ventures across Europe and the U.S.

We also support founders with strategic growth advisory—helping you transform your business model, increase valuation, and prepare for investment or exit.

🎯 No random pitches. No wasted time. Just targeted growth and curated deal flow.

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The 2025 M&A Reality Check Risk, Liquidity & What Buyers Want with Saul Cohen

Are you stuck on your growth path at work? Do you at the same time have challenges in your personal life? “Well. That’s because there’s only one of you”, says Isilay Cabuk – Executive Leadership and Personal Growth Coach. 
Approaching your issue from the perspective of a holistic person, which we all are, is the only way, likely to give lasting results. 
Here’s another quote from Isilay that I loved from this video: “What is luck? Your preparation meeting the opportunity.”
To contact Isilay for a personal consultation, or for group coaching inquiries, email office@grownlearn.org.
Or visit: https://grownlearn.org/

Leadership and Personal Growth Tips with Isilay Cabuk

Zorina at Grownlearn.org and Nicolina talk about aspects of Leadership and Career Success for sensitive and introverted people.

Nicolina Werther is a Success Coach for creatives, entrepreneurs and change makers.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/nicolina.werther
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWcwNEFVOUebu21ykfjti4A

Leadership for Sensitive People

Sign up for the New Game of Leadership Summit to join the live calls with 14 top speakers on leadership: https://grownlearn.org/event/the-new-game-of-leadership-summit/


David Savoy – thinker, explorer, learning and development specialist. What I do : I help design governance and learning solutions for organizations to make sense of an age-old stumbling block – the “human factor”. My work is at the intersection of science of education, change management, psychology, sociology and philosophy. Today I work as a consultant and did an extensive research on the influence of the informal practices, organizational cultures and their impact on management (master thesis – University of Geneva – 2019).
Services : Consulting, training, coaching, team building
Website: www.davidsavoy.com 


www.grownlearn.org
Grownlearn is an agency for Business Trainings, Speaking Engagements and Executive Coaching and Mentoring for mid-sized and large companies.
Grownlearn was born with the idea to redefine success, and the way is pursued and achieved in corporations. We believe that companies that are human centered – employees, leadership and customers – perform much better and achieve greater long-term success

Beyond the leadership trends : trust as an invariant of leadership – David Savoy

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Please reference your attendance at the Game of Leadership Summit and receive 10% off your personal mentoring programme.  

www.grownlearn.org
Grownlearn is an agency for Business Trainings, Speaking Engagements and Executive Coaching and Mentoring for mid-sized and large companies.
Grownlearn was born with the idea to redefine success, and the way is pursued and achieved in corporations. We believe that companies that are human centered – employees, leadership and customers – perform much better and achieve greater long-term success

Crack the code to your career growth with stunning results – Mike Amato

This workshop is for those wanting to gain insights for their own career as well as those who are looking for ways to create better structures and systems within their companies.
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www.grownlearn.org
Grownlearn is an agency for Business Trainings, Speaking Engagements and Executive Coaching and Mentoring for mid-sized and large companies.
Grownlearn was born with the idea to redefine success, and the way is pursued and achieved in corporations. We believe that companies that are human centered – employees, leadership and customers – perform much better and achieve greater long-term success

Quiet, shy, sensitive = overlooked? Personality Diversity revisited–Nicolina Werther

Grownlearn is a dynamic and insightful podcast that delves deep into the world of business model transformation. Hosted by seasoned professionals with a passion for innovation, the podcast features engaging interviews with the foremost experts in the field. Each episode invites listeners to explore the strategies, challenges, and successes of businesses that have undergone significant transformations. From disruptive startups to established enterprises, Grownlearn provides a platform for the best minds in the industry to share their experiences, insights, and lessons learned. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, or simply intrigued by the ever-evolving landscape of business, Grownlearn delivers thought-provoking conversations that inspire and inform. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve and discover the keys to unlocking growth and success through transformative business models.

The 2025 M&A Reality Check Risk, Liquidity & What Buyers Want with Saul Cohen

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