exit strategy

Buy the Damn Business: An Introduction to Acquisition Entrepreneurship

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You want to be your own boss. Maybe you’re tired of your current gig. Maybe you’re sitting on a 401(k), a chip on your shoulder, and no clear next step. You could build a business from scratch. Or you could do what I did: buy one that already works. Here’s the truth: Starting a business … Read more

You’re Killing It

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You built it. You wear every hat. You fight every fire. Nothing moves unless you say so. You like to tell people you’re the boss. And that’s exactly why no one wants to buy it. Harsh? Maybe. True? Absolutely. Here’s the thing—buyers aren’t looking to become you. They’re looking to buy an asset: a business … Read more

Start With The Exit In Mind

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Most small business owners wait too long to think about exit value. They don’t care when they’re in the grind. Then year ten rolls around—they’re tired, the trucks are worn out, their kid doesn’t want the business, and suddenly they want top dollar for something held together with duct tape and tribal knowledge. Problem is, … Read more