John Martinka

John Martinka, a seasoned M&A advisor known as The Escape Artist, shares insightful tactics on avoiding silent deal killers in business acquisitions. He discusses the dangers of 'buyer fever,' where emotional attachment leads to overpaying and cash flow issues post-closure. Martinka emphasizes the importance of keeping your search ongoing to maintain leverage and advises choosing suitable buyers over the highest offers to avoid disputes. He also highlights how building relationships and performing thorough due diligence can dramatically boost growth after a deal.