The Bodnar Letter
Articles & Insights
M&A strategy, decision-making, and acquisition insights from 40+ deals and 5M+ podcast downloads.
M&A
How to Structure an Earnout That Works for Both Sides
Earnouts fail when expectations aren’t aligned from day one. Here’s the framework I use so both buyer and seller come out ahead.
June 15, 2026
Uncategorized
What 390 Podcast Episodes Taught Me About How People Change
After 5 million downloads, a few patterns keep showing up in how the best thinkers approach growth and lasting behavior change.
June 15, 2026
Decision-Making
The Pre-Mortem: How I Avoid Bad Deals Before I’m Committed
One mental habit has saved me from at least three deals I would have regretted. It takes 20 minutes and costs nothing.
June 15, 2026