In this episode, Reece Calhoun shares how his background as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst led him to build a business that was so effective, it attracted acquisition interest just weeks after launching. Reece opens up about his love for behavioral therapy, his mission to empower clinicians, and the behind-the-scenes story of how he built Review Gather Consult (RGC). From imperfect beginnings to principled decision-making, his story is a masterclass in intention, action, and purpose.

This episode is packed with insights for entrepreneurs looking to build something meaningful—even if you’re just starting with a Google Site and a vision.

💡 What You'll Take Away For YOUR Business

🚀 Why starting before you're “ready” can lead to the biggest breakthroughs
💡 How to build a business model that saves clients money (and makes your company more valuable)
🧠 Lessons from behavioral therapy that apply to business: proactivity, individualization, and rapid iteration
💻 How in-house solutions can become a powerful competitive advantage
🎯 The importance of building with people you trust—and why that can make or break your startup
⚙️ What to do when a buyer comes knocking—even if you're still in early traction mode
❤️ Why sticking to your values can be your most powerful business decision

📝 About the Guest
Reece Calhoun is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over a decade in the behavioral therapy world. He’s the founder of Review Gather Consult (RGC), a company that provided CEU trainings and operational support to behavior analysts and technicians. What started as a passion project quickly turned into an acquisition target thanks to its in-house training model and scalable potential. Reece is known for his intentional thinking, heartfelt leadership, and unwavering commitment to serving both clients and colleagues with integrity.

🎯 Reece’s BEST Piece of Advice for Wantrepreneurs and Entrepreneurs
“If you’re thinking about starting a company, do it. But do it with people you trust.”

Key Takeaways from Reece’s Advice:
✔ You’ll learn more about yourself than you ever expected when you start a business
✔ Trust is the foundation of strong teams—build with people who share your values
✔ Every business journey is a growth journey, even if it doesn’t end the way you planned

📢 Memorable Quotes

“Does this mean I failed? No—this is actually a success.” – Reece Calhoun
“I wanted something that’s constantly evolving—because that means I’m constantly growing.” – Reece Calhoun

💡 Actionable Takeaways
✅ Don’t overthink your launch—start messy, refine as you go
✅ Build internal assets (like training and certifications) that create long-term value
✅ Surround yourself with people you trust—it makes hard decisions easier
✅ Let your lived experience guide your business ideas
✅ Balance your heart with your head when making major business decisions

🔗 Links & Resources

1192: START BEFORE YOU'RE READY (and you just might have a business that can be acquired!) w/ Reece Calhoun

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business

1192: START BEFORE YOU'RE READY (and you just might have a business that can be acquired!) w/ Reece Calhoun