Selling a Business
Why Value Should Remain the Priority for Business Owners as They Increase Their Supply Budgets
Most owners and operators expect to increase their supply budgets this year, and their purchasing decisions and shopping preferences vary across generations.
Never Reveal These 3 Things If You Want to Sell Your Business Successfully, Startup Attorney Warns
Mergers and acquisitions are complex and a majority of them fail. Here's what a successful M&A deal looks like; some of the reasons that deals fall apart; why founders should be careful when speaking to potential buyers; and why they should be careful about sharing information before the deal goes through.
Lessons from a Private Equity Earn Out: How I Lost £550K Due to a Lowercase 'C'
The excitement and promise of an acquisition shouldn't be mired by the politics of a bad earn out agreement.
The Way People Sell Online is Fundamentally Flawed — Here's What to Do Instead
Live launching and traditional evergreen strategies are outdated marketing tactics. Here's how to build an evergreen funnel that actually converts.
The Key to Preparing Your Business for an Eventual Investment or Sale
How an investment teaser can help diagnose (and fix) flaws in your business.
I Exited My Company in Just 7 Years — Here's 3 Things You Need to Do to Have a Successful Exit
Discover the 3 crucial factors you need to know to ensure a successful exit.
Is Selling Your Business the Only Way Out of Burnout? Here Are Five Alternatives to Consider Instead.
When you're burning out as an entrepreneur or business owner, it can feel like selling your business to an outside buyer is your only escape — but I'm here to tell you there are other options. Here are a few to consider if you're unsure about handing over the reins.
This Startup Wants to Grow Your Side Hustle For You, While Cutting You a Monthly Check
OpenStore gives Shopify owners two interesting options: Sell and walk away with a generous payout, or take a vacation while they do the work.
I Specialize in Exit Planning — You Need to Make These 5 Moves Before Selling Your Business
Selling a business in today's competitive market requires strategic foresight and proactive measures. Here are the most important steps to follow.
I Was a 25-Year-Old Nurse When I Started a Side Hustle to Combat Anxiety. It Made $1 Million in 7 Months — Then Sold for a Life-Changing Amount.
Sarah Michelle Boes knew there had to be a better way to prepare for her stress-inducing nurse practitioner's exam — so she created it.
A Beloved 130-Year-Old Small Business in California Is Seeking a New Owner — and It Won't Sell to the Highest Bidder: 'Everybody's Talking About It'
Vroman's Bookstore in Pasadena, a cherished cultural hub since 1894, is looking for someone to guide it into the future.
Want to Leave Your Franchise Business Behind? 4 Exit Strategies to Consider
There is no one-size-fits-all process for setting up an exit strategy, but after spending years in the franchise world, I would consider these four options when exiting your franchise business.
Selling Your Small Business? Here Are 5 Advantages of Passing It Down to Family
Having a succession plan for your small business is just as important as your plan to kickstart it — so who do you want to see running it when you're gone? Here's why you should consider selling it to a family member, and how to navigate the generational handoff if you do.
From Growth to Profitable Exit — Actionable Strategies As You Sell Your Business
As you embrace the exciting shift toward a sale, remember that the most important thing is having a thoughtful transition strategy.
7 Lessons I Learned From Selling a 6-Figure Blogging Business
Here are a few critical lessons from my experience building and selling a successful blogging business.