For New Sellers: How to Effectively Prepare Your Company for a Successful Exit and Unlocking Buyer Interest

Guest Mark Tarchetti rates the importance of preparing a company for sale at 10 out of 10, saying that inadequate preparation can lead to rapid buyer loss and diminished competition, potentially reducing a business’s value by 20-30%. Mark highlights the power of a clear, compelling business story and shares his experiences from doing $40 billion in M&A deals, stressing the importance of strategic planning, team readiness, and having a robust growth plan focused on potential rather than past performance.

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Want More? Related Resources: 

• Pick a Lane: Growth strategy in a fast-changing world by Mark Tarchetti
• Tips on Preparing Your Business for Sale
• Preparing Emotionally for the Closing
• Strategies for Successfully Preparing Your Company for Sale with Jim Stevenson

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue
• Download Food and Beverage M&A: An Insider’s Guide to Selling a Food or Beverage Manufacturing, Distribution, or Grocery Business.

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