Our Expert Advice series throws the spotlight on family succession, a tricky and sometimes emotional subject. Our core advice to parents considering passing their business on to their children must first have open discussions with them about their aspirations and whether they are interested in continuing the family business. If they are it’s vital to […] The post Expert Advice: Succession, why your children may not want to follow in your footsteps appeared first on Entrepreneurs Hub ..read more

How to sell a business – The anatomy of deal-making In this blog we explore the complex question of how to sell a business. In the world of mergers and acquisitions deals are often assumed to be mechanical and machine-like but, in reality, they are more like the human body. Below we delve into the […] The post How To Sell A Business – The anatomy of deal-making appeared first on Entrepreneurs Hub ..read more

Ten Tips For Maintaining Confidentiality Navigating the selling process of your company requires a delicate balance of confidentiality, discretion, and strategic communication. Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the suggested steps on how to maintain confidentiality when selling your business. 1 – Location: At some point in the selling process there will be a need for an […] The post How To Sell A Business: Ten Tips For Maintaining Confidentiality appeared first on Entrepreneurs Hub ..read more

How to sell a business – The anatomy of deal-making In this blog we explore the complex question of how to sell a business. In the world of mergers and acquisitions deals are often assumed to be mechanical and machine-like but, in reality, they are more like the human body. Below we delve into the […] The post How to sell a business – The anatomy of deal-making appeared first on Entrepreneurs Hub ..read more

A 5-step business differentiation strategy to prepare your business for sale Introduction When you’re preparing to sell your business, setting yourself apart from competitors is essential. This guide delves into effective business differentiation strategies that enhance your company’s appeal to potential acquirers. Understanding Differentiation in Business Sales Every business in the market seeks a unique […] The post Business Differentiation: The Key to Preparing Your Business for Sale appeared first on Entrepreneurs Hub ..read more

Finding the perfect buyer… The odds of simply stumbling across the perfect buyer for your company are similar to the odds of getting struck by lightning – about 1 in 10 million according to the British Medical Journal. Or in other words, it could happen, but it most probably won’t. So, if you want to […] The post 3 Steps to Finding the Perfect Buyer for Your Company appeared first on Entrepreneurs Hub ..read more

Management Accounts For an SME business, management accounts are often overlooked because they are seen as unnecessary, expensive and difficult to produce. That may very well be true in the day-to-day running of the business, after all, you have other ways to keep track of performance, such as cash in the bank or monitoring project […] The post The Importance of Management Accounts When Selling Your Business appeared first on Entrepreneurs Hub ..read more

Second only to how much is my business worth, one of the most common questions we are asked is how can I increase my business valuation? As corporate finance experts, who help to sell businesses, our primary aims are to advise business owners on how to find the right home for their business. Defining what […] The post 5 Things That Will Drive Your Business Valuation Up appeared first on Entrepreneurs Hub ..read more

Let’s be honest, while owning a business means you can – in theory – take a holiday when and where you like… the reality is somewhat different. You are often limited to shorter breaks because of important things that are going on in the business, and you probably find that you are caught between relaxing […] The post Top 5 Tips for Business Owners on Holiday appeared first on Entrepreneurs Hub ..read more

5 things to make your business stand out to a potential acquirer.   Every company is searching for the unique, for something that gives them the edge over the competition. Customers/clients want this too, and unless you are fortunate enough to operate in a market with very limited competition, they want to know what makes ..read more