In this episode, we explore the key strategies for maximizing business value during an exit. From leveraging unique assets beyond just revenue numbers to preparing for a full or partial sale, we’ll cover actionable insights to help you position your company for success when the opportunity arises.
Episode 245: Learn how to prepare your business for a successful exit by leveraging unique assets and maximizing its value
Joining us today is Mac Lackey, an entrepreneur who has started, scaled, and sold six companies with seven or eight-figure exits. His ventures, including KYCK, Mountain Khakis, and InternetSoccer Network, have earned him recognition in outlets like CNN and The Wall Street Journal. Mac is also an angel investor in over 50 companies and served on the Board of Directors for LendingTree. A former collegiate All-American and pro soccer player, he entered the entrepreneurial world in 1995, launching his first internet company.
Key Takeaways:
- Sell your business based on strategic value rather than just financials.
- Identify unique assets that make your business more attractive to buyers.
- Focus on how your business aligns with a buyer’s growth strategy.
- Use creative deal structures like earn-outs to maximize value.
- Prepare early by building systems and ensuring financial transparency.
All this and more, on this week’s episode of Beyond 7 Figures.
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