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brandrea · 18 August 2018, 09:08 AM

Well folks, as the title says ... today mark's the end of an era. My partner and I have parted ways.

We started a business together as 50/50 partners in 2001 and the sale of the company is final.

Celebrating alone as the wife and kids are cottaging this week which is probably best since this is sort of a bitter sweet moment.

Bitter in how it all ended, but sweet in that the business was very successful and brought alot of very fulfilling experiences and relationships to my life.

Regrets, yes I have a few ... but I have to say, I'm blessed. I wouldn't change a thing EXCEPT the following (not that anyone is asking

)

1. Make sure you have a legal partnership agreement.

2. Ideally, do whatever it takes to do it on your own.

3. Life is too short. Dont sweat the small stuff.

Kind of cryptic I know, but it's all for the best and all good things must come to an end.

Onward and upward.

Just enjoying a quiet dinner, in my favourite place with Radio Head ~ High and Dry playing in the background (one of my favourite songs) and a good friend/bartender to talk to.

TGIF friends

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superdog · 18 August 2018, 09:16 AM

All the best brother.

Enjoy the moment.

Your current choice of activities is one of my all time favorites.

Chewbacca · 18 August 2018, 09:23 AM

Congrats Brian.

Etschell · 18 August 2018, 09:26 AM

partnerships usually end only two ways. death or divorce.

however, i am sure there are great things in your future obviously.

G8RDPM · 18 August 2018, 09:47 AM

Congrats my friend.
Hope you and your family are well!

GradyPhilpott · 18 August 2018, 09:48 AM

teqp · 18 August 2018, 09:51 AM

Congrats!

Art 1 · 18 August 2018, 09:53 AM

Good luck Brian!

So, what business are you and I going to start !? I'm legal to work in Canada!

mmmmp · 18 August 2018, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

All the best brother.

Enjoy the moment.

Your current choice of activities is one of my all time favorites.

Me too! Steak and chips: the only way to eat a good steak. (I'd also make a salad but That's just
me.)

Good luck in future endeavours.

Mark

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brandrea · 18 August 2018, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

All the best brother.

Enjoy the moment.

Your current choice of activities is one of my all time favorites.

Thanks Seth, feels right tonight

returntorolex · 18 August 2018, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Well folks, as the title says ... today mark's the end of an era. My partner and I have parted ways.

We started a business together as 50/50 partners in 2001 and the sale of the company is final.

Celebrating alone as the wife and kids are cottaging this week which is probably best since this is sort of a bitter sweet moment.

Bitter in how it all ended, but sweet in that the business was very successful and brought alot of very fulfilling experiences and relationships to my life.

Regrets, yes I have a few ... but I have to say, I'm blessed. I wouldn't change a thing EXCEPT the following (not that anyone is asking

)

1. Make sure you have a legal partnership agreement.

2. Ideally, do whatever it takes to do it on your own.

3. Life is too short. Dont sweat the small stuff.

Kind of cryptic I know, but it's all for the best and all good things must come to an end.

Onward and upward.

Just enjoying a quiet dinner, in my favourite place with Radio Head ~ High and Dry playing in the background (one of my favourite songs) and a good friend/bartender to talk to.

TGIF friends

Sent from my SM-G935W8 using Tapatalk

Similar story for me. Started Business in 1992 (3 partners, bought out the other in 1994) and had the 50/50 deal until I left right at the 20-yr mark. That was seven years ago.

Hard work, good times and truly satisfied customers. I think we wrote off a total of just $1,000 in all that time - was never sued, always paid our share to the tax man. Wouldn’t trade that experience for the world. Walked away friends.

Remember, Col. Sanders didn’t start KFC until into his 60s.....

All my best to you in your future endeavors!

brandrea · 18 August 2018, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Congrats Brian.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Etschell

partnerships usually end only two ways. death or divorce.

however, i am sure there are great things in your future obviously.

Lol, you’re absolutely right

brandrea · 18 August 2018, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by G8RDPM

Congrats my friend.
Hope you and your family are well!

Quote:

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

Quote:

Originally Posted by teqp

Congrats!

brandrea · 18 August 2018, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Art 1

Good luck Brian!

So, what business are you and I going to start !? I'm legal to work in Canada!

I dunno Art, the way this last one ended, I think whatever it is I’ll do it on my own

brandrea · 18 August 2018, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mmmmp

Me too! Steak and chips: the only way to eat a good steak. (I'd also make a salad but That's just
me.)

Good luck in future endeavours.

Mark

Sent from my SM-A520W using Tapatalk

brandrea · 18 August 2018, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by returntorolex

Similar story for me. Started Business in 1992 (3 partners, bought out the other in 1994) and had the 50/50 deal until I left right at the 20-yr mark. That was seven years ago.

Hard work, good times and truly satisfied customers. I think we wrote off a total of just $1,000 in all that time - was never sued, always paid our share to the tax man. Wouldn’t trade that experience for the world. Walked away friends.

Remember, Col. Sanders didn’t start KFC until into his 60s.....

All my best to you in your future endeavors!

Thanks my friend. I’m only taking away the good from all of this. Leaving the bad behind

Pw92676 · 18 August 2018, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Thanks my friend. I’m only taking away the good from all of this. Leaving the bad behind

Great outlook. Congrats on your successful endeavor and best wishes for continued success in the future.

mjclark32 · 18 August 2018, 10:13 AM

What a way to bookend it! Congrats on the sale and cheers to the next chapter!

watchloverdave · 18 August 2018, 10:16 AM

Best of luck in any new enterprises. Steak, fries, good red wine, a friend to talk to and a Rolex on your wrist. Yep, that would work for me.

Art 1 · 18 August 2018, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I dunno Art, the way this last one ended, I think whatever it is I’ll do it on my own

That's the only way!

77T · 18 August 2018, 10:32 AM

Much success to you. You have the skills, the will and the chops to do whatever you like.

Now about Paul’s offer...just one word:

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AzPaul · 18 August 2018, 10:49 AM

Congrats

and good luck with whatever lies ahead.

nick c · 18 August 2018, 10:52 AM

Best of luck brother, I also had a partner before, I almost lost everything. Congratulations my friend well done.

TheVTCGuy · 18 August 2018, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

Much success to you. You have the skills, the will and the chops to do whatever you like.

Now about Paul’s offer...just one word:

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

You understand

wantonebad · 18 August 2018, 11:30 AM

Brian, as you know a dream doesn't become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work. No matter how it ended, your partnership was mutual beneficial for many years. It's time to take what you learned and take it to the next phase of your life. Congratulations and bravo for what you have accomplished and for what lies ahead!!

Cru Jones · 18 August 2018, 01:14 PM

Thanks for sharing the moment, Brian. Only onwards and upwards from here. Continued good fortune for you and your family.

Helmi · 18 August 2018, 01:20 PM

Wish you success in upcoming projects , I am sure the best is yet to come

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brandrea · 18 August 2018, 01:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjclark32

What a way to bookend it! Congrats on the sale and cheers to the next chapter!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pw92676

Great outlook. Congrats on your successful endeavor and best wishes for continued success in the future.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Congrats Brian

Pssst. Need an assistant in whatever you do next?

I was thinking of learning how to fly drones

Thanks Paul, you always make me smile.

brandrea · 18 August 2018, 01:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchloverdave

Best of luck in any new enterprises. Steak, fries, good red wine, a friend to talk to and a Rolex on your wrist. Yep, that would work for me.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

Much success to you. You have the skills, the will and the chops to do whatever you like.

Now about Paul’s offer...just one word:

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

thank you for that

brandrea · 18 August 2018, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AzPaul

Congrats

and good luck with whatever lies ahead.

Thanks Paul

Quote:

Originally Posted by nick c

Best of luck brother, I also had a partner before, I almost lost everything. Congratulations my friend well done.

Thanks brother. It wasn’t easy, but I’m happy to conclude this chapter.

18 August 2018, 09:08 AM	#1
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,129	End of an Era Well folks, as the title says ... today mark's the end of an era. My partner and I have parted ways. We started a business together as 50/50 partners in 2001 and the sale of the company is final. Celebrating alone as the wife and kids are cottaging this week which is probably best since this is sort of a bitter sweet moment. Bitter in how it all ended, but sweet in that the business was very successful and brought alot of very fulfilling experiences and relationships to my life. Regrets, yes I have a few ... but I have to say, I'm blessed. I wouldn't change a thing EXCEPT the following (not that anyone is asking ) 1. Make sure you have a legal partnership agreement. 2. Ideally, do whatever it takes to do it on your own. 3. Life is too short. Dont sweat the small stuff. Kind of cryptic I know, but it's all for the best and all good things must come to an end. Onward and upward. Just enjoying a quiet dinner, in my favourite place with Radio Head ~ High and Dry playing in the background (one of my favourite songs) and a good friend/bartender to talk to. TGIF friends Sent from my SM-G935W8 using Tapatalk

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superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	All the best brother. Enjoy the moment. Your current choice of activities is one of my all time favorites. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

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watchloverdave "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Springfield, IL Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 134	Best of luck in any new enterprises. Steak, fries, good red wine, a friend to talk to and a Rolex on your wrist. Yep, that would work for me.

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nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Best of luck brother, I also had a partner before, I almost lost everything. Congratulations my friend well done.

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wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	Brian, as you know a dream doesn't become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work. No matter how it ended, your partnership was mutual beneficial for many years. It's time to take what you learned and take it to the next phase of your life. Congratulations and bravo for what you have accomplished and for what lies ahead!! __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

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Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,303	Thanks for sharing the moment, Brian. Only onwards and upwards from here. Continued good fortune for you and your family.

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