17% of owners got an offer. Most weren't ready.

17% of owners got an offer. Most weren't ready.

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Published on: 05/11/2026

Plenty of owners sell after someone shows up with an offer they weren't expecting. The deal usually goes one way.

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Growth vs. Value

Growth vs. Value

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Published on: 24/10/2026

We live in a business world where growth is worshipped. Entrepreneurs measure themselves by how many people they employ. Many founders dream about making lists whose sole criterion is revenue growth.

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Why Some Businesses Sell for Twice as Much

Why Some Businesses Sell for Twice as Much

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Published on: 09/10/2026

You can probably describe your business in detail: the revenue, the margins, the customers you love working with. But can you say who is most likely to buy it one day?

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Run Your Private Company Like It’s Public

Run Your Private Company Like It’s Public

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Published on: 18/09/2026

Small businesses often operate as if their sole purpose is to fund the owner’s lifestyle, but the most valuable companies are run with financial rigor. You may be years from wanting to sell, but starting to formalize your operations now will help you

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