"SWEAT EQUITY PAYDAY" Reaches #1 on Amazon!
- Mark Hartmann
- 11 hours ago
- 2 min read
Sweat Equity Payday has been recognized as:
I'm grateful for the response. Thank you to everyone who has read, shared, or reached out after finishing it.
Sweat Equity Payday reflects how I think about preparation, valuation, and transaction structure — shaped by years of advising founders through real exits. It was written for business owners who want a clearer understanding of their company's value, how buyers evaluate opportunity and risk, and what should be strengthened before going to market.
Selling a business is rarely a single event. It's the result of preparation and positioning long before formal conversations begin.
If the book has helped bring perspective to the process, I’m glad it's serving its purpose.
For business owners planning a future exit, Sweat Equity Payday is a practical starting point—a way to understand how buyers think and what preparation really requires. Sweat Equity Payday is available in paperback and Kindle formats through Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
Thank you, Mark Hartmann
Mark Hartmann is a former business owner turned M&A advisor who knows firsthand what it takes to build, grow, and sell a successful company. A three-time Inc. 5000 CEO, Mark did just that before navigating its eight-figure sale—giving him a rare perspective that sets him apart from most brokers. Today, he helps owners of companies valued between $1M and $25M plan and execute smooth, profitable exits.
Mark understands that selling a business isn’t just a financial decision—it's personal. That’s why he works closely with owners to protect their legacy, maximize value, and make the transition on their terms. He holds an MBA from Eastern University, a Master’s Degree in Organizational Change Management from St. Elizabeth University, and a Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching from Columbia University. Some of his professional credentials include Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Professional (CM&AP), Certified Business Intermediary (CBI), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), and Certified Value Builder (CVB).
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HartmannRhodes advises owners of companies typically valued between $1–$25 million. If you’d like a structured pre-sale valuation review and a readiness roadmap, we can walk you through the process and tailor it to your timeline and goals. Contact us today!
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