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When you sell your business, co-owner friction can destroy your hard-earned equity. This episode breaks down how internal disagreements affect your exit and why transparent communication with buyers preserves your leverage. You will discover how to resolve deep-seated stalemates through professional mediation, restructure uneven family roles, and implement robust buy-sell agreements. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Navigating Partnership Disputes: Lessons from a Valuation Expert How to Sell Your Family Business Why Do Some Businesses Not Sell? Additional Resources Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
In this episode, we discuss how financial due diligence is different from your regular compliance bookkeeping and how to clean up your books to secure the highest possible purchase price. You'll discover how simple accounting mistakes can destroy trust with buyers, lead to sudden price reductions, and even kill a deal. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? The Role of Accountants When Selling Your Business M&A Due Diligence Preparation Quality of Earnings in M&A – The Ultimate Guide Additional Resources Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Episode Title: Matt Bond (All Waters) — The MPA Process: Past, Present, and What Comes Next In Episode 82 of the SpearFactor Podcast, I sit back down with Matt Bond, this time speaking on behalf of All Waters in his new role with the organization. Matt has been on the show before, and a lot has changed since the last conversation — both for him and for the fight over how Marine Protected Areas are shaped, reviewed, and enforced. We go deep into the MPA process itself: how we got here, what the original network was built on, where the science and the politics drifted apart, and what the current review and rule-making cycle actually looks like from the inside. Matt walks me through the moving pieces — the agencies, the timelines, the public comment windows, and the points in the process where divers, anglers, and ocean users still have real leverage. We also talk about what the future holds. What's on the table for the next round of decisions, what All Waters is pushing for, where the opportunities are, and where the risks are if the user community stays quiet. If you dive, fish, or care about access to the ocean, this is the conversation to catch up on before the next round of MPA decisions lands. WANT TO LEARN MORE? 100% Online Spearfishing Course www.spearfactor.com Or at www.spearfishingmentor.com This podcast is a part of the Waypoint TV Podcast Network. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointhunt @waypointpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If your business has multiple divisions or product lines, selling a piece of it — without selling everything — could unlock serious value. This episode breaks down exactly how carve-out transactions work, what makes them complex, and how to prepare before a buyer ever shows up. Walk away knowing what separates a smooth deal from an expensive mess. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? M&A Reps & Warranties | A Complete Guide M&A Due Diligence Preparation Adjusting Financial Statements: A Complete Guide Additional Resources Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Discover why managing human dynamics and transaction timelines is just as critical as the legal paperwork when you sell your company. Learn how an experienced lead advisor protects your purchase price from collapsing when technical gridlocks, net working capital adjustments, or due diligence delays threaten your exit. This episode delivers the actionable strategies you need to keep your advisory team aligned and secure the maximum value for your business. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Net Working Capital (NWC) for M&A – A Complete Guide M&A Due Diligence Preparation The Role of M&A Lawyers When Selling Your Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Discover how the massive influx of retiring owners is shifting the market and why a new wave of highly sophisticated, funded buyers wants to acquire your business. Learn how to spot the perfect buyer who will preserve your legacy, protect your team, and pay top dollar for your company. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition: Insights from Harvard Business School Experts M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses Should I Use SDE or EBITDA to Value My Business for Sale? Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Unprepared business owners leave millions on the table or watch their deals collapse at the finish line during buyer due diligence. Discover how a proactive financial review shields your profits, forces buyers to take your asking price seriously, and protects your hard-earned wealth post-closing. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Quality of Earnings in M&A – The Ultimate Guide M&A Due Diligence Preparation Preparing Financial Statements When Selling a Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Learn how to keep more of your hard-earned money by outperforming traditional private equity timelines. This episode reveals how to compress your exit strategy from years into months while maximizing your final payout. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Selling a Business: A High-Level Overview How Long Does it Take to Sell a Business? EBITDA | Definition, Formula & Example – A Complete Guide Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Selling your business today requires more than just good financial statements; you need to understand the macro forces that shift buyer behavior. Learn how to navigate shifting interest rates, the AI revolution, and political uncertainty to ensure you exit at the highest possible value. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Business Exit Plan & Strategy Checklist | A Complete Guide The Role of Family Offices in M&A M&A Basics: Building a Sellable Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
In this episode, we explore the rapidly growing world of search funds and why these hungry entrepreneurs might be the perfect buyers for your business. Discover how selling to a searcher allows you to protect your legacy, cash out on your terms, and ensure your company thrives under fresh, dedicated leadership. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses What To Expect When Selling Your Business To A Search Fund EBITDA | Definition, Formula & Example – A Complete Guide Additional Resources Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Stop guessing what your business is worth and start understanding what dictates your sale price. This episode reveals how private equity firms categorize companies by EBITDA and why the lower middle market is currently the goldmine for savvy sellers. Learn how to position your company as a high-value platform or a strategic add-on to secure the best possible deal. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? What's a 'Main Street' vs. a Middle-Market Company? EBITDA | Definition, Formula & Example – A Complete Guide M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Sharing the news of a sale is the one topic that keeps business owners up at night more than taxes or price. If you disclose the news too early or without a strategy, you risk destabilizing your team, triggering key departures, and even killing the deal entirely. This episode provides a tactical roadmap for timing your announcement, building trust with your leadership, and ensuring your staff stays motivated to see the transaction through to a successful close. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Informing & Retaining Employees When Selling a Business How To Maintain Confidentiality When Selling Your Business Everything An Entrepreneur Needs to Know About Selling to PE Firm Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Your business might be a diamond in the rough for the right investor. Learn how private equity firms identify operational gaps and the specific steps you can take to double your value before hitting the market. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? EBITDA | Definition, Formula & Example – A Complete Guide The Role of Family Offices in M&A Negotiating an M&A Purchase Agreement | M&A Tips Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
This episode reveals how professional service firms, from accounting to consulting, can break free from the billable hour trap to command massive exit multiples. Learn the exact blueprint for transitioning your firm to a recurring revenue model that attracts private equity and ensures your business survives and thrives long after you hand over the keys. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Allocation of Purchase Price & Taxes When Selling a Business M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses Reducing Concentrations of Risk Before Selling Your Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
To net $10 million when you sell, you must grow your company's value to at least $15 million to cover taxes and fees. This episode reveals how to break through the revenue glass ceiling and decentralize your business so it thrives and sells without you. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Business Exit Plan & Strategy Checklist | A Complete Guide Reducing Concentrations of Risk Before Selling Your Business M&A Basics: Building a Sellable Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Stop being the bottleneck in your own company and start building an asset that high-value buyers actually want to acquire. Learn the "golden rule" of sellability and how to transition from a stressed owner-operator to a successful investor with multiple eight-figure exits. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses Selling a Business: A High-Level Overview The Fungibility of Businesses as an Investment Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Don't let your dream exit turn into a corporate nightmare. Learn how to protect your team and your sanity when staying on post-sale. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? After the Sale – Planning a Smooth Integration with the Buyer Negotiating the Letter of Intent The M&A Training & Transition Period Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Stop worrying that selling your company means handing your loyal staff a pink slip. Learn how growth-minded buyers actually protect your workforce to secure their investment and scale the business. This episode reveals the best time and ways to announce a sale to your employees. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses How To Maintain Confidentiality When Selling Your Business Informing & Retaining Employees When Selling a Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Learn how to bridge the price gap when selling your company without losing control of your future payments. This episode reveals why you should never rely on verbal promises and how to lock in your earnout through ironclad legal protections. Discover the secrets to maintaining your budget and team after the deal closes so you actually get paid every dollar you deserve. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Earnouts When Selling or Buying a Business | Complete Guide Negotiating an M&A Purchase Agreement | M&A Tips M&A Reps & Warranties | A Complete Guide Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Most business owners unknowingly lower their company's value by staying too involved in daily tasks. Learn how to remove yourself and build a self-sustaining asset that attracts premium offers. This episode reveals the systems and leadership structures you need to attract high-value buyers and ensure a smooth transition. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Adjusting Financial Statements: A Complete Guide EBITDA | Definition, Formula & Example – A Complete Guide Negotiating the Letter of Intent Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Don't let a buyer slash your purchase price during the final days of a deal because you failed to prepare your financials for heavy scrutiny. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Quality of Earnings in M&A – The Ultimate Guide Most Common Deal Killers When Selling Your Business M&A Due Diligence | Checklist & Overview Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Stop running a lifestyle business and start building a high-value asset that investors and acquirers will compete to buy at a premium price. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Should I Use SDE or EBITDA to Value My Business for Sale? Business Valuation Standards of Value & Fair Market Value Increasing the Value of Your Business | The RVD Model Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
When you decide to sell your business, you're entering a high-stakes arena where the person across the table buys companies for a living. To them, you are prey to be out-negotiated; to you, this is the most important financial event of your life. This episode pulls back the curtain on the tactics sophisticated buyers use to lure sellers into lopsided deals, from discouraging the use of advisors to intentionally dragging out due diligence to induce deal fatigue. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses Selling a Business | How to Screen Individual Buyers Why Do Buyers Disappear When Selling My Business? Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Learn the absolute biggest mistakes sellers make, straight from a buyer who has acquired over 20 businesses and sees thousands of deals. Prepare for your business exit by fixing these mistakes now to secure your ideal closing price. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Adjusting Financial Statements: A Complete Guide Business Broker & M&A Advisor Agreements | A Complete Guide The Role of M&A Lawyers When Selling Your Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Stop letting questionable add-backs and messy books cost you hundreds of thousands on your business sale. Learn exactly what bank lenders, especially those focused on SBA 7(a) loans, will and will not accept when calculating your actual Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE). Discover the concrete steps you must take now to ensure your financials are clean, verifiable, and support the highest multiple for your exit. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Adjusting Financial Statements: A Complete Guide Quality of Earnings in M&A – The Ultimate Guide Preparing Financial Statements When Selling a Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Stop guessing what your business is truly worth and learn the core differences between the lower and upper middle markets and what drives a higher business valuation. Discover why professional buyers focus less on revenue and more on durable cash flow and why professionalizing your operations is your ticket to a bigger exit. Start working on your exit plan now to demand a better multiple later. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Business Valuation Basics: 9 Critical Concepts to Understand Should I Use SDE or EBITDA to Value My Business for Sale? Business Valuation Checklist: 3 Traps to Avoid Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Don't miss the boat on massive tax savings when you sell your company—most business owners wait too long and pay millions more than they should. Discover a powerful, decades-old strategy to legally defer nearly all your capital gains taxes and secure a lifelong income stream after your business exit. Learn when to act and exactly which experts to assemble for your winning exit planning team. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Allocation of Purchase Price & Taxes When Selling a Business Can you sell your business and pay $0 in federal income tax? Why You Need To Think About Taxes Early When Selling a Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
This episode is your essential guide to surviving financial due diligence, the number one hurdle in selling your business. Learn how to prepare your company's books before you go to market, ensuring buyers see a clean, consistent EBITDA that justifies your asking price. Stop leaving millions on the table and discover the expert moves that speed up the process and guarantee a successful M&A exit. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Most Common Deal Killers When Selling Your Business Preparing Financial Statements When Selling a Business M&A Due Diligence Preparation Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
You already know about independent sponsors and search funds, but the entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA) trend is transforming the market. These buyers are sophisticated, well-funded entrepreneurs who buy businesses and ensure a quick succession plan and a smoother closing process for owners ready to retire. Listen to learn why these educated buyers are a powerful, focused group actively looking for businesses like yours. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses The Basics of Independent (Fundless) Sponsors in M&A Preparing Financial Statements When Selling a Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Finding a buyer for your business is only half the battle, and due diligence can feel like a daunting hurdle. This episode explores three major trends you can expect in your due diligence process. You'll learn how AI is revolutionizing the process, why specialization matters, and how to get ahead of buyers by doing your own sell-side diligence to get a better price and a faster close. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? M&A Due Diligence | Checklist & Overview M&A Due Diligence Preparation M&A Closing Process | A Complete Guide Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com. —
Did you know that you can sell your business without giving up your brand, your team, and your legacy? This episode introduces a unique type of buyer, one who invests in your business without taking it over. You'll learn how to get paid, keep running your company with its brand and culture intact, and have multiple opportunities for additional cash in the future. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Business Exit Plan & Strategy Checklist | A Complete Guide M&A Basics: Building a Sellable Business M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Ever wondered what goes on in a private investor's mind when they're evaluating your business? This episode takes you behind the curtain to get a buyer's perspective on what truly matters in a deal. You'll learn how to overcome a stubborn mindset, the importance of transparency, and why a buyer partnership might be exactly what you need. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses 8 Signs You Aren't Ready to Sell Your Business Reducing Concentrations of Risk Before Selling Your Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
It's time to stop focusing on the day-to-day of your business and start thinking about how you want to exit in the future. This episode explores the mindset you need to have to exit your business on your own terms successfully. You'll learn how to build tangible value, empower your team, and define your life beyond the sale. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? M&A Basics: Building a Sellable Business 8 Signs You Aren't Ready to Sell Your Business What Affects How Easy It Will Be to Sell My Business? Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Ever wondered what a buyer is really thinking when they evaluate your business? This episode takes you behind the scenes with a CEO who's acquired 11 businesses. You'll learn what makes a company more valuable, the financial red flags buyers watch for, and how to prepare your business to attract the right buyer and close the deal. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Do Buyers of Businesses Pay for Potential? Preparing Financial Statements When Selling a Business Adjusting Financial Statements: A Complete Guide Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Are you ready to grow your business fast before selling? This episode breaks down how growth equity can help you boost your company's value and secure a much better business exit. Learn the essential components of these deals so you can control your sale and maximize your final payout. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Accelerate Your Company's Growth Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) | Definition & Examples EBITDA | Definition, Formula & Example – A Complete Guide M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Selling a family business is a unique challenge that can present unexpected hurdles. This episode reveals the complexities you'll face and gives you actionable advice on how to handle them. You'll learn how to navigate family disagreements, plan for your legacy, and prepare for a successful sale that satisfies all involved. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Business Exit Plan & Strategy Checklist | A Complete Guide Tips on Preparing Your Business for Sale Selling a Business: A High-Level Overview Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
Don't let integration problems shrink your payout. This episode guide you through merger integration, revealing how preparing before closing is the secret to a smooth, profitable exit. Learn to proactively shape the transition, de-risk the deal for buyers, and ensure your team stays focused to maximize your sale value. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? The M&A Training & Transition Period M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses Informing & Retaining Employees When Selling a Business Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
When a private equity firm buys your business, what happens if they don't want to sell it before their fund ends? This episode dives into continuation vehicles, a tool firms can use to extend their ownership of your company. We'll explore how firms might use this vehicle and how it could affect your post-sale life and earnout. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses What Returns Do Private Equity Firms Really Generate? Deal Killers and Deal Makers: A Private Equity Perspective Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.
If you're thinking about selling your business, you might attract an independent sponsor, a specialized buyer that operates differently from traditional private equity firms. This episode explores how independent sponsors operate, their deal structuring approach, and what they seek in a potential acquisition. Listen to this episode to learn if independent sponsors are a good buyer for you, or if you should target more traditional buyer types. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? The Basics of Independent (Fundless) Sponsors in M&A M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses Earnouts When Selling or Buying a Business | Complete Guide Additional Resources: Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to podcast@morganandwestfield.com.