Business Development Consultant
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Exit Factor
Eden Prairie, MN, US
Summary
The consultant will generate qualified leads by networking with local business owners and referral partners such as CPAs and attorneys. They are responsible for conducting discovery conversations and closing exit assessments to help business owners prepare for transitions.
Job Description
Business Development Consultant – Lead Generator & Community Connector (Eden Prairie, MN and surrounding area)
Exit Factor of Minnetonka is looking for a high‑energy Business Development Consultant who thrives on building relationships with small and mid‑sized business owners. This is a 1099 commission‑only role
ideal for someone who loves networking, generating leads, and owning their income potential.
If you're motivated, great with people, and good at creating conversations that turn into opportunities, you will excel here.
What You’ll Do
- Generate 20–30 qualified leads per month from local business owners
- Network with CPAs, lenders, wealth advisors, attorneys, and other referral partners
- Attend community events, business groups, networking functions, and owner meetups
- Conduct discovery conversations with business owners
- · Close 3 or more Exit Assessments per month
- Use our CRM to manage your pipeline and follow up efficiently
- Build your own market presence with full brand and marketing support from Exit Factor
Why This Role Is Different
This is not a cold‑calling churn-and-burn sales job. Success is built through community connection, credibility, and strong business-owner relationships.
If you enjoy being out in the field, shaking hands, and becoming a trusted local advisor, this role gives you freedom, uncapped income, and real impact.
Compensation
- Commission Only: Earn the first $2,000
of every engagement you close - · Typical earnings: $80,000–$150,000+ per year
- Unlimited upside — you keep what you close
- 1099 contractor (full autonomy, flexible schedule)
Ideal Candidate
We want someone who LOVES generating business-owner conversations.
You should have:
- 10+ years in B2B sales, business consulting, or relationship-based selling
- Proven ability to self‑generate leads (networking, referrals, partnerships, events)
- Strong communication and discovery skills
- Confidence and credibility with business owners
- Ability to work independently and manage your own pipeline
- Comfort with commission‑only compensation
- Entrepreneurial mindset and high personal accountability
Must live locally in the Eden Prairie, MN area.
Training & Support
- Required Exit Factor Certification (West Palm Beach, FL)
- Ongoing sales coaching and skill development
- HubSpot CRM
- Marketing materials, scripts, and proven sales methodology
- Support from a national brand with a strong success model
Schedule
- Make your own schedule
- Attend networking events and business meetups as needed
- Ideal for people who prefer autonomy over office work
About Exit Factor
Exit Factor provides business owners with clarity, strategy, and tools to increase the value of their businesses and prepare their business for a high‑value sale or transition. We help owners gain freedom, direction, and a strategic exit path. As a Business Development Consultant, you become a key connector in helping these owners unlock the next stage of their lives.
Exit Factor™ offers a proven method that helps small to mid-size business owners maximize their company’s value. Through one-on-one consulting services and online programs, the trusted advisors at Exit Factor teach entrepreneurs how to successfully improve their company's profitability, efficiency, value, and ultimately ability to exit. Exit Factor is part of the consulting division within the United Franchise Group™ (UFG) family of brands. For more information, visit www.ExitFactor.com.
Other: https://linktr.ee/exitfactor
About United Franchise Group
Led by CEO Ray Titus, United Franchise Group™ (UFG) is home to an affiliated family of brands and consultants including Accurate Franchising Inc.™, Exit Factor™, FranchiseMart®, Fully Promoted®, Signarama®, Transworld Business Advisors®, and the Coworks™ division consisting of Franchise Real Estate™, Network Lead Exchange™(NLX), Office Evolution® (OE) and Venture X® as well as a food division featuring Graze Craze® and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®. UFG affiliated brands include over 1600 franchises in more than 60 countries, with consultants that have helped develop over 350 brands into franchises, in over 80 countries with more than 2500 franchisees. With over three decades in the franchising industry United Franchise Group offers unprecedented leadership and solid business opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Founded
2018
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
West Palm Beach, Florida
Exit Factor™ offers a proven method that helps small to mid-size business owners maximize their company’s value. Through one-on-one consulting services and online programs, the trusted advisors at Exit Factor teach entrepreneurs how to successfully improve their company's profitability, efficiency, value, and ultimately ability to exit. Exit Factor is part of the consulting division within the United Franchise Group™ (UFG) family of brands. For more information, visit www.ExitFactor.com.
Other: https://linktr.ee/exitfactor
About United Franchise Group
Led by CEO Ray Titus, United Franchise Group™ (UFG) is home to an affiliated family of brands and consultants including Accurate Franchising Inc.™, Exit Factor™, FranchiseMart®, Fully Promoted®, Signarama®, Transworld Business Advisors®, and the Coworks™ division consisting of Franchise Real Estate™, Network Lead Exchange™(NLX), Office Evolution® (OE) and Venture X® as well as a food division featuring Graze Craze® and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®. UFG affiliated brands include over 1600 franchises in more than 60 countries, with consultants that have helped develop over 350 brands into franchises, in over 80 countries with more than 2500 franchisees. With over three decades in the franchising industry United Franchise Group offers unprecedented leadership and solid business opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Founded
2018
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
West Palm Beach, Florida