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.

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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 [email protected].

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.

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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 [email protected].

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.

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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 [email protected].

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.

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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 [email protected].

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.

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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 [email protected].

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.

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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 [email protected].

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.

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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 [email protected].

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.

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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 [email protected].

Please note this show was recorded in May 2025, before changes were made to the QSBS regulations.

Did you know that a tax benefit, the Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) tax exclusion, can save you millions? Discover how properly structuring your company from the start can lead to a tax-free sale of your C Corporation, potentially saving you millions. You'll learn the crucial steps to take now to prepare for a successful and highly profitable exit later.

View the complete show notes for this episode.

Want To Learn More?

• Allocation of Purchase Price & Taxes When Selling a Business
• Business Exit Plan & Strategy Checklist | A Complete Guide
• Why You Need to Consider Taxes 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 [email protected].

Looking to supercharge your business and unlock its full potential? This episode reveals how growth equity can be the key to rapid expansion, even if you don't think you need the capital. Discover the strategic reasons why a growth equity investment can lead to a more lucrative exit in a shorter timeframe, and learn how to prepare your company for a successful partnership that fuels your future.

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Want To Learn More?

• Selling Your Company to a Private Equity Firm vs. a Family Office
• The Benefits of Selling Your Company to a Family Office
• The Role of Family Offices in M&A

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 [email protected].