by George Sotiropoulos | Dec 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
When Rebecca first approached me, she was overwhelmed and on the verge of accepting a deal that valued her company at zero.Yes, zero.Her business—a family legacy—meant everything to her. But the idea of handing it over for a “salary” made her feel sick.So in our first...
by George Sotiropoulos | Nov 29, 2024 | Business Value, Dependency on Owner, Scaling the Business
Hi,Ready to turn your business into a sellable asset while enjoying a highly profitable ride along the way?It’s about stepping back to get to the next level, grow its value, and one day sell it for life-changing money.If that sounds like something you want, then join...
by George Sotiropoulos | Nov 28, 2024 | Business Value, Dependency on Owner, Scaling the Business
When investors evaluate a business, they’re not dazzled by how hard you’ve worked or impressed by the sleepless nights you’ve endured. They have one focus—potential.Here’s a brief look inside some of their thought processes when deciding whether to invest:Does this...
by George Sotiropoulos | Nov 27, 2024 | Business Value, Dependency on Owner, Scaling the Business
When Sam walked into the café with his dragging feet and slouched shoulders, I thought he had an invisible stone on his back of 100 kg.When I saw his eyes.. I figured it was 200 kg.“George,” he said, “I can’t keep this up. I’m working harder than...
by George Sotiropoulos | Nov 26, 2024 | Business Value, Dependency on Owner, Scaling the Business
Owning a business is rewarding—but is yours ready to sell when the time comes?Here are 5 red flags that could scare buyers away:The business is overly dependent on you.Your financials are messy or unclear.There’s no leadership pipeline in place.You lack a clear...
