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Videos, articles, & advice from Kirk and his network, to help successful founders find better outcomes.
Why Selling Your Business Feels So Hard
Why does selling feel so overwhelming? You’re not imagining it.
The true cost of selling your company—broken down.
The true cost of selling your company—broken down.
Efficiency Sells: How Great Ops Boost Your Valuation
Clean ops, strong margins, and high EBITDA can get you a premium valuation. Here’s how to get there.
The Costly Mistake Founders Make: Telling People Too Early
Founders often feel tempted to announce a sale early. But telling customers or employees too soon can jeopardize the deal. Here’s when—and how—to share the news.
It’s Not Just About the Money—It’s About Your Why
Selling your business? Start with why. This short video covers what most founders overlook—and how it impacts everything from deal terms to life after the close.
Before You Sign the LOI: Understand These Deal-Changing Adjustments
Before you sign that LOI, make sure you know what you’re really agreeing to. These deal terms can shrink your final payout if you’re not prepared.
Closing Deliverables That Matter: Avoid Costly Mistakes After You Sell
Don’t let details slip through the cracks after the deal closes. Learn what closing deliverables matter—and how to stay ahead of them.
Leveraged Finance: Risk, Reward, LBO & More
It’s important to understand how private equity firms approach these deals. Most use leverage—borrowed money—to fund their acquisitions, which can impact both the sale and your financial future.
Financial Buyers: Requests vs. Reality
Unlock the Secret to Navigating Due Diligence and Outsmart Financial Buyers!
Key Advisors in a Business Sale
A strong team of specialized advisors is essential for navigating the complexities of a successful business sale.
DIY Business Sale: Tips for Founders
In this video and article, we dive into the key considerations for founders looking to sell their business on their own, without the help of an investment banker or business broker. While taking the DIY route is possible, it comes with significant challenges and requires careful planning.
Optimizing Business Exits: Beyond Standard Exit Strategies for Maximum Value
Learn how personalized, market-driven approaches can maximize your business’s value, minimize risks, and ensure the best possible terms.
Whose Advice Should A Founder Take When Selling?
Selling your business? Find out whose advice to trust. Learn how different entrepreneurs approach decision-making during this critical process and discover strategies for selecting the guidance that leads to success.
Founder FAQ: Is a Financial Audit Required When Selling Your Business?
Learn whether a financial audit is necessary when selling your business and explore alternatives like quality of earnings reports.
What is a Working Capital Adjustment
The crucial role of working capital adjustments in business sales and how they can impact the final purchase price in M&A transactions.
From Underdog to Billionaire: Curry + Grant + Candor Advisors = the Blue-Collar Wisdom of Larry Janesky
Want to know what Adam Grant, Steph Curry, Noah Kagan, and Larry Janesky have in common?
The Hidden Dangers of Sharing QuickBooks: A Founder's Cautionary Tale
You got that outreach from a buyer and all they need is a QuickBooks download or simple P&L to get an LOI to sell your business and you're fired up! Maybe getting an offer and selling your business is just that easy, right?
The Founder's Dilemma: Timing the Market with $2T in Dry Power in Play
Selling founders are being told by private equity investors that they need to reduce expectations or to "get reasonable" about valuations in the M&A market if they want to sell their companies in the current environment. But do they really??
Unlocking the Power of Scar Tissue in Mergers & Acquisitions
Want to maximize your experience and that of your advisors to drive a higher price and better terms when selling your company?
Has Your Private Equity Buyer Ever Sold a Business?
If you're a founder selling your business, and private equity is the right buyer, do your own research on their track record. If you retain equity or just want to protect your employees and legacy, don't risk selling to an inexperienced buyer.
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