Business Buying Strategies Podcast
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
Release Date: 07/04/2020
Getting the deal done - with Nigel Risner
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
In this week’s episode of the podcast, we feature highlights from peak performance coach Nigel Risner’s presentation at our last Dealmakers Retreat on how to get deals done and negotiate with vendors. During the presentation, Nigel delivers a masterclass on why some people are more effective than others in a negotiation, how to connect with and understand the other party to get the best deal and why you need to go deeper to understand why you’re not getting the results you want. This is packed with valuable insights and practical suggestions that will make a difference in your next...
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Understanding motivations of buyer and seller
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
In the latest episode of the Business Buying Strategies podcast, Jonathan Jay reveals the psychology of the buyer and seller during any negotiation for the acquisition of a business. Business acquisition negotiations are primarily a psychological game, with the party who has more information carrying an advantage. Understanding how the vendor thinks from the start of a negotiation and through the various stages of a discussion is essential to building the trust and rapport needed to ensure an open conversation. Ultimately, the goal is to discover the motivation of the seller for having...
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Mastering business ownership - vision, values and culture
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
In the latest episode of the Business Buying Strategies podcast, business growth expert Andy Hemming explains the importance of vision, values and culture in a business in achieving business success post-acquisition. Andy discusses strategies for creating a positive culture that attracts quality employees and sustains growth. The episode covers practical frameworks for identifying and reinforcing a business's core values, structuring the organisation, and optimising operations through effective systems and processes, ultimately advocating for the systematic approach to building and integrating...
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Mastering Business Ownership - Strategies for Growth and Exit Multipliers
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
In the latest episode of the Business Buying Strategies podcast, business growth expert Andy Hemming explains how to oversee the performance of your business and drive growth without getting involved in the day-to-day operations. As a business investor, you need to avoid being drawn into daily management. Yet you also need to set the direction and focus on the business while holding the management team accountable. In this episode, Andy Hemming explains how to get the best from your management team and oversee growth by tracking the right metrics and KPIs, how to use the business cycle to...
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Mastering Buy and Build Strategies for Business Growth
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
In the latest episode of the Business Buying Strategies podcast, Jonathan Jay reveals the rules for executing a successful Buy and Build strategy. The Buy and Build strategy is a popular with Private Equity firms. It involves acquiring multiple businesses and rolling them up together to create a business worth far more than the sum of its parts. However, there are plenty of risks along the way for the inexperienced dealmaker. In this episode recorded during the Dealmakers Retreat in Marbella earlier this year, Jonathan explains the benefits of using a Buy and Build strategy and how to...
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M&A: James Caan's Strategy for Buying, Selling, and Managing Risk
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
In this week’s episode of the Business Buying Strategies podcast Jonathan is in conversation with James Khan, renowned for his time on Dragon's Den and his expertise in business acquisitions. James shares his journey from starting a small recruitment business to building Alexander Man into a global leader in talent solutions, emphasizing the strategy of 'buy and build' for achieving scale. He discusses the importance of not taking on too much personal risk during acquisitions, the value of due diligence, especially regarding cultural fit, and his approach to financing deals without...
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Jonathan's keynote from the Marbella Dealmakers Conference
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
The Power of Action in Business Acquisition The difference between success and failure in business acquisition is not about how much you know. What stops most people from buying their first business is their mindset and belief. You can watch hours of YouTube videos, listen to hundreds of podcast episodes, and attend countless M&A networking events, but none of it has any value unless you take action. In the latest episode of the Business Buying Strategies podcast, listen to Jonathan Jay’s keynote speech from our recent Dealmakers Marbella Retreat, in which he discusses the...
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What size of business should you buy first?
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
What size of business should you buy first? In the latest episode of Business Buying Strategies, Jonathan Jay offers guidance to first-time business buying on some key decisions to make when targeting their first acquisition. Jonathan highlights elements to consider such as business size, owner involvement, business location, and the time commitment for the acquisition. He stresses the concept of not buying a business for just one pound, given the assumed liabilities can be burdensome, especially for first-time buyers. Jonathan recommends buying a solid, profitable business and using...
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Deal structures for buying a business with John Andrews
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
In the latest episode of the Business Buying Strategies podcast, experienced M&A lawyer John Andrews of JMW reveals the most effective deal structures for buying a business without using any of our own money. John is The Dealmakers Academy’s recommended lawyer and has completed deals with many of our Mastermind clients. In this podcast episode – recorded at the last Dealmakers M&A networking event in Manchester – John walks through the specifics of the dealmaking process from a legal perspective. Robust legal due diligence is essential to ensure you protect your personal...
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What to look for when buying a business
Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy
In this week’s episode, Jonathan shares his insights on successfully buying a business. He discusses a recent networking event held in Manchester, where he presented common mistakes buyers make and rules to follow for a successful acquisition. Jonathan explains that you don't need a massive bank balance or perfect credit to buy a business, but instead having multiple options, substantial knowledge, confidence, and right mindset can lead to a successful deal. You will learn about: The four golden rules of business acquisition to getting a business without risking personal assets. Why you...
info_outlineIn this fifth of ten short, Saturday morning podcasts, Jonathan talks with two professional, dealmaking masters. This week, we hear from Mark Supperston and Gerald Ratner.
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