Buying a Franchise
This Simple Blueprint Can Help You Sell More Franchises
If you're struggling to sell, it may be time to stop and take a hard look at whether you have all the pieces in place.
By Ray Titus
Selling a Business
Building a Business
Many Founders Get Stuck Growing Their Business — The Wealthy Ones Do This Instead
In business, you focus on growth and execution, but there's another mindset that matters just as much.
By John Rampton
Business Legal
Don’t Sell Your Business Yet — These 3 Earnout Secrets Can Save You Millions
Even if they're not malicious in intent, buyers can potentially impede the founder from achieving the earnout — with no recourse. Here's how to protect yourself.
Business Plan
Want a Profitable Exit? Start Planning It Now
Selling your business is one of the most significant milestones in an entrepreneur's journey — but it pays to be ready. The ideal time to plan your exit is when your company is thriving: strong, profitable and built to scale.
Thought Leaders
You Sold Your Business — What Happens Next?
There will be a lot of changes in the wake of the sale of your business, some predictable and others not.
By George Deeb
Thought Leaders
The Exit Planning Methodology That Will Position Your Business for a Premium Sale
The major portion of your net worth is in your company. Here's how to maximize it.
By Tom Gledhill
Building a Business
Why I Decided to Sell My Small Business: ‘I Still Choke Up’
My store was my whole identity. It brought me joy, but at the expense of myself.
By Leah Daniels
Selling a Business
How to Plan a Business Exit Strategy
Learn how to map out an exit that delivers a smooth transition and a lucrative final result.
Building a Business
I Sold My Company to Snapchat for $54 Million — These 5 Takeaways Still Guide Me Today
Building something people genuinely want and proving demand with real traction before chasing investors is what attracts the right buyers.
By Kirk Ouimet
Business Operations & Logistics
When’s the Best Time to Sell Your Business? Here’s What I Tell My Clients (And It’s Not When You Think)
Don't let outside noise impact your exit plan and consider talking to an expert who can help guide you during both good and uncertain economic times.
Building a Business
Why Every Entrepreneur Needs an Exit Mindset from Day One — and How I Learned This the Hard Way
Here's why entrepreneurs must build their businesses with the end in mind.
Building a Business
Buyers Pay More for Clean Businesses — Here’s How to Make Yours Exit-Ready
Buyers don't fear imperfection. They fear uncertainty. Clean businesses get offers faster and at better multiples.
Building a Business
When to Sell Your Business — Before It’s Too Late
We all hope our businesses will only experience revenue and profit growth. But what happens if the business starts experiencing a turn for the worse?
By George Deeb
Building a Business
How Baby Boomer Business Exits Are Creating a Golden Opportunity for Savvy Entrepreneurs — Especially in This Industry
Here's what entrepreneurs and investors need to know about the "Silver Tsunami."
By Al Sefati
Thought Leaders
My Uncle Lost $14M by Treating His Business Like His ‘Baby’ — Here’s the Lesson Every Founder Needs to Learn
Knowing when to sell your company can make a huge difference in the price you receive.
By Tom Gledhill
Human Resources
Selling Your Business Goes Beyond a Price Tag — Ask Your Buyer These 5 Questions to Ensure They’re the Right Fit
Before you sign the dotted line, ask the questions that reveal who your buyer really is — and what they truly value.
Thought Leaders
How to Know When It’s Time to Sell Your Business — Before It’s Too Late
It's not always simple to recognize when it's time to move on. Here are three signs to look for to help you make the decision.
Business Accounting
How to Turn Your Key Employees Into Your Business Successors (and Avoid the Headache of Outside Buyers)
When there are more small business sellers than traditional buyers, your key employees may serve as a better alternative.
By Tom Gledhill
Business Operations & Logistics
Your Business Is Personal — Pretending It’s Not Could Sabotage Your Exit
Make these three mindset shifts and embrace the personal nature of your business.
By Scott Snider
Building a Business
Stop Selling and Start Solving — These are the Secrets to Closing More Deals
Throughout my journey, I've discovered that effective selling isn't about slick pitches — it's about understanding problems first and solving them with trust.
Building a Business
Most Entrepreneurs Fail Because They Ignore These 3 Business Stages
Drawing from personal experience and collected wisdom, I see three critical stages every small business goes through: the leap, the growth, and the scale
Building a Business
When Should You Get Your Business Ready to Sell? The Best Time to Start Is Now — Here’s Why.
Having a clear exit timeline ensures you're always prepared, whether you're targeting a specific sale date or need to adapt due to unforeseen circumstances.
Business Plan
Why Every Entrepreneur Needs an Exit Strategy — and How to Create One
Planning your business future from day one
By Saulo Ros
Business Accounting
Not All Buyers of Your Business Are Created Equal — Here’s What to Consider
It is very easy to assume that you should focus on finding a buyer who will pay the highest valuation for your company. However, there are many more things to consider before picking the right buyer for your business.
By George Deeb
Business Operations & Logistics
I Wish I Knew These Things Before Selling My Company
Selling my business was a financially rewarding yet emotionally challenging journey. It taught me that, beyond contracts and negotiations, the hardest part is letting go of the culture, identity, and community I built.
By Kelly Bayett
Building a Business
Build a Business That Will Sell: From Valuations to a Successful Exit
Join us for this free webinar and learn how to develop a business that buyers will find irresistible.