Readiness
Seven Questions for Highly Effective Business Transitions
We are in the midst of a demographic tsunami with respect to business ownership transition. Will you as a business owner be ready? If you...
Both Sides of the Table: The Seller Becomes a Buyer
Learn the perspective of a buyer from an entrepreneur who has experiences both selling and buying businesses.
Narrowing Valuation Gap in Oil and Gas Industry
Discover the factors driving renewed M&A activity in the oil and gas industry and how your company can take advantage of it.
Why Do Deals Fall Apart? - A Private Equity Perspective (Part 2)
Not all deals come together. In part 2 of this series, we provide the perspective of four more private equiteers on the reasons why most...
Podcast: I've Sold My Business. Now What? Interview with Cody McLain
In this podcast with Cody McLain, you will learn all about what it takes to mange your stress throughout the business building and sales...
Simple Test to See if Your Business Will Attract a Premium Valuation
Answering these simple 15 questions can be a predictor if your company will be sold at a premium.
Why Do Deals Fall Apart? A Private Equity Perspective
Not all deals come together. In part 1 of this series, we provide the perspective of four private equiteers on the reasons why most deals...
The Fifth Ingredient to a Successful Exit - Net Proceeds Analysis
When you sell your business, you need to know what the net proceeds will be. The purchase price is fine, but the net proceeds is...
Does Your CEO Successor Have the Right Stuff?
Finding the right successor is hard. If you're not sure your CEO is the right choice, you're not alone. These are the 5 weakest types of...
Podcast: How to Increase the Probability of a Successful Exit
Have you defined what a successful exit actually looks like? Do you have a realistic goal for when you want to sell the company and how...
5 Essential Steps to Ensure Due Diligence in Private Company Acquisitions
Acquisitions are very involved processes and you absolutely need to do your due diligence. There is no better way to avoid unnecessary...
28 Skeletons You Must Air Out to Avoid Problems Selling Your Business
Companies are better off understanding their financial skeletons and airing them out, rather than sweeping them under the carpet. Here are...
Podcast: The Myth of Value Creation
Discover how you can exit your business at a more lucrative price to the right successor.
Timeless Value Trends for Mid-Sized Businesses
Looking at comprehensive data to showcase what efforts make the most difference in getting the dollar value you want for your business and...
Stats Show Entrepreneurs Great at Building Wealth, Awful at Monetization
Private business owners: most of the statistics are not in your favor. Here's how you can break out of this cycle.
Podcast: Acquisition Growth Strategies for Middle Market Companies
Podcast with John Bly, author of 'Cracking the Code: An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Growing Your Business Through Mergers and Acquisitions for...
5 Approaches to Generating a Track Record for a Winning Valuation
A company’s financial track record is one of the fundamental drivers of value. Learn five simple approaches you can take to start growing...
Podcast: Activities That Create the Highest Business Value
Business owners should be spending time on activities that can add the greatest value to their businesses. Rob Slee, renown value creation...
Podcast: A Guide to Building Family Legacy and Wealth
Many middle market entrepreneurs work hard every day to build up their business value. This podcast takes a different spin and educates...
