November 30, 2023

Take Five #069: Step-by-step business-buying process, and more

Take Five #069: Step-by-step business-buying process, and more

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Take Five #069: Step-by-step business-buying process, and more

1. Interview: The M&A mindset, plus some technical details

Experienced entrepreneur Brian Slipka discusses how he got started in M&A, successful financial strategies, challenges (and overcoming them), and his acquisitions portfolio approach.

2. Why “search” is the best way to create wealth - an expert’s example

3. 💡 Step-by-step business-buying process, including common issues and how to avoid them

The scope for this post is the process for an active deal via a full auction managed by a sell-side investment banker. But to start we are going to touch on the stages immediately before and after an active deal. This will help you understand how an M&A deal fits into the broader business cycle.

Find the complete CFO Secrets rundown here.

4. Pros and cons of personally guaranteeing a seller note

5. How to repurpose SMB resources for maximum growth

Are you a new manager struggling with the quandary of when to invest in essential resources such as vehicles, employees, or tools? The decisions you make can significantly impact your business's trajectory. Luckily, there's a smarter strategy to address this challenge than resorting to conventional solutions like expanding your workforce or purchasing new equipment.

Read the rest of Josh Schultz’s article here.

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