In this episode, host Boruch interviews Henry Woodman, a tech entrepreneur who grew his SaaS company, IcePortal, from the ground up to an 8-figure exit. Henry shares his unconventional journey, which began with selling switchblades at 13 and evolved into launching video game machines in laundromats during college. He discusses key lessons learned along the way, such as the importance of simplicity, strategic thinking, and learning from mistakes. Henry also covers the challenges of bootstrapping, the value of surrounding yourself with like-minded people, and implementing systems like EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) to drive growth. Key Takeaways: Learn from Mistakes – Embrace failure as a learning opportunity; it’s crucial for growth. Focus on Simplicity – Keep business operations straightforward and scalable for long-term success. Have a Clear Vision – Set clear goals, including an exit strategy, to guide business decisions and growth. Henry also reflects on the challenges of building IcePortal, navigating legal issues, and the personal growth he experienced through hiring, stress management, and his MBA. He ends with insights into his new project, a book-based series titled The Reincarnation of Marie. 00:00 The Value of Learning from Mistakes 01:44 Introduction to The Risepreneur Podcast 02:37 Henry Woodman's Entrepreneurial Journey 03:06 Early Ventures and Lessons Learned 13:46 Transition to the Digital World 15:21 Building IcePortal and Overcoming Challenges 28:55 Reflecting on Legal and Business Knowledge 29:26 Overcoming Panic and Stress in Business 29:37 The Impact of an MBA on Business Growth 30:20 Navigating Business Challenges and Hiring 30:48 The Journey to Selling the Company 32:32 Outsourcing and Team Management 34:48 Tools and Strategies for Business Management 47:43 The Importance of Company Culture and Values 53:29 Final Thoughts and Advice for Entrepreneurs 54:24 New Ventures and How to Connect ———————— 7 DEADLY BUSINESS EXIT MISTAKES YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE SELLING Make sure you are not making these costly mistakes and let years of hard work go to waste. Download our free eBook now to protect your financial future. https://secure.idealexitplan.com/7-business-exit-mistakes?am_id=1002 ———————— Connect Henry Woodman through these platforms 🌐Website: https://mariethestory.com/ 💬Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hwoodman/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_n_e_m_o_i_a_/ 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/henry.woodman #Entrepreneurship #Bootstrapping #SaaS #BusinessGrowth #StartupJourney #ExitStrategy #TechEntrepreneur #BusinessLessons #LearningFromMistakes #EntrepreneurialMindset #EOSSystem #BusinessTips #StartupSuccess #BusinessCulture #FoundersJourney #GrowthStrategy #Innovation #Leadership #TractionBook #NewVenture #Risepreneur #Podcast #EntrepreneurPodcast #BusinessPodcast #StartupPodcast #TechPodcast #RisepreneurPodcast #FounderStories