How to evaluate an offer to buy your business
Congratulations, you’ve received a formal offer to buy your business! What happens next? How do you know whether the offer you’ve received is offering the best value and terms for you and your business? Evaluating an offer takes thorough due diligence, good communication and careful consideration. It’s not like accepting an offer to buy your […]
Strong foundations equal strong exit.
At Uscita, we’ve recently collaborated on an article with Rock.partners looking at the equation between strong business foundations and the ability to exit strong later on. It all started with that common business trope “the best time to start planning your business exit is the day you start your business”. We work at one end […]
What’s the difference between harvest strategy and exit strategy?
There’s nothing like the feeling of growing and harvesting the fruits of your own labour. Fresh veggies straight from the garden taste divine yet are short-lived. Whereas the rewards of harvesting from your own business have the potential to last you for the rest of your life. That is, if you plan your exit strategy […]
The Olympic task of planning to sell your business
Have you ever considered the similarities between building a business and training to become an Olympic or Paralympic athlete? If you enjoy participating in sports, you might already recognise some of the traits, behaviours and qualities you share. Even if you’ve never considered yourself to be a sporty person, as an entrepreneur or business owner, […]
Why business owners need a holiday too – and how to get there
Schools out for summer! Your social media feeds are about to become peppered with other people’s sunshine selfies and your inbox with out-of-office emails. But none of those will be yours. Why? Because you struggle to take time off. Your company just cannot run without you, can it? If your business takes priority over family […]
Is there any value in a second-hand business?
Spring is a time of change and renewal. The change in season can be uplifting, inspiring us to set about clearing out the shed, garage or attic, preparing our homes and gardens for the warmer months, or even preparing to sell up. After all, March is typically one of the most popular months to start […]
How to get the best price when selling your business
Maximising the sale price when exiting your business is a common, and important, goal for company owners. The difference between a high and a low price could be the difference between you living the lifestyle you desire and simply getting by. As business exit strategy consultants, how to sell your business for the highest price […]
The emotional rollercoaster of owning and selling a business
Do you remember that overwhelming feeling of pride and exhilaration the day you started your business? Were you signing a lease, registering your company name, or shaking hands on that all-important bank loan? Whatever your first memory of starting your business, that day you boarded the emotional entrepreneurial rollercoaster. I’m sure you’re nodding in agreement […]
Four steps to finding your business sell-by date
With the end of another calendar year rapidly approaching, it’s common to think about what the next 12 months will bring. It’s a perfect time for reflection and contemplation. What changes will you make in your business next year? Could it be time to start planning your next move? And how do you know if […]
Is your business a viable strategic acquisition?
Your business is not for sale right now. But could your head be turned if someone expressed an interest in buying you out? If you were tempted, what would a potential buyer find if they started to explore behind the scenes? Strategic business acquisitions are common in sectors like technology and pharmaceuticals . The possibility could […]
