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Why 81% of Business Owners Don't Invest More Time Preparing For the Sale of Their Business

Why 81% of Business Owners Don't Invest More Time Preparing For the Sale of Their Business

Why 81% of Business Owners Don't Invest More Time Preparing For the Sale of Their BusinessBy: Darrell Amy
Published on: 01/10/2024

Recent research from UBS revealed that a whopping 81% of business owners who sold their business regretted not spending more time preparing for the sale. 73% of respondents said they spent less than two years.

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From Founder-Dependence To Structured Leadership

From Founder-Dependence To Structured Leadership

From Founder-Dependence To Structured LeadershipBy: Darrell Amy
Published on: 13/08/2024

Founder dependence is the single greatest threat to a company's value. When potential buyers notice that essential operations are tied to the founder, they often lower their offers to mitigate risk, extending earn-outs with conditional payments as a safeguard. This reliance on the founder not only reduces the company's value but also complicates the sale process.

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How to Maximize Your Business Valuation by Strategic Positioning

How to Maximize Your Business Valuation by Strategic Positioning

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Published on: 11/07/2024

When selling your business, initial industry categorization by acquirers significantly impacts its value. Clear positioning, highlighting positive industry trends, focusing on favorable industry aspects, and leveraging third-party validation are key to maximizing valuation.

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Four Stages of a Business--Which Stage Is Your Business In?

Four Stages of a Business--Which Stage Is Your Business In?

Four Stages of a Business--Which Stage Is Your Business In?By: Darrell Amy
Published on: 08/07/2024

Discover the four essential stages of business growth: Start, Scale, Supercharge, and Sell. Learn how to navigate each phase, preserve key elements, and measure Enterprise Value to ensure your business's success and readiness for sale.

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