When you’re an entrepreneur, it defines a big piece of your identity, and when that goes away, it’s definitely a transition, i did n’t appreciate that after selling the first company, but you have to find something else to focus on. John West More Quotes by John West More Quotes From John West I’ve never believed you should start a company to sell it, you start a company to solve a problem and do something cool. You sell it based on how the markets are doing and how the industry is doing -- you ca n’t plan this. John West us Your Business was profitable, so we were able to finance the sale through debt. John West us I knew I wanted to do something on my own, so I came up with the idea for Silver Oak on napkins and planned the budget for the company. John West us Find a good set of advisors who you work well with and can give you great advice. John West us If you surround yourself with capable people with different strengths and weaknesses, you can get around any obstacle. John West us
