Most business owners only value their business when they are thinking of selling their business. This short blog argues that a business valuation should be done throughout the life of a business. This will help guide the owner to focus on the broader issues that drive the business valuation as well as building a business […]
‘The water was cold and shook me up. It was another few seconds before I realized that I accidentally drilled into a water pipe behind the plasterboard during one of my weekend DIY (don’t!) projects at home. With one hand covering the leak I frantically called a local plumber – who thankfully happened to be […]
Have you ever thought about buying a business? Thank you for attending the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce webinar on 17th October where our CMC Partner, Atreya Chaganty discussed whether a Merger or Acquisition would be a suitable option to help your business growth. During the webinar Atreya explored how SME’s can successfully acquire companies […]
Come and Listen to Atreya and Simon at The Business Show 2019 – 16th May, 12pm When you have made the momentous decision to sell your business one of the next steps is to start thinking about a valuation. It’s not just about coming up with a figure and sticking it on the market. Like […]
Building a business is undoubtedly a tough job. Of course, most of the owner’s energies go into the day to day issues, winning customers, driving/directing the team and generally firefighting! So, thinking about an exit strategy is never on the owner’s top list of immediate priorities. However, there are many good reasons why the owner […]
Listen to the managing director of Pippa’s Guardian’s talking about the mentoring benefits that Bob Brown has provided with supporting the growth of his business. Business: Guardianship Service for Students Number of employees: 8 ‘Without Bob, I would have not been able to manage the growth. Now, I have a clear direction of […]
Business gurus always say that every business requires a contingency plan that anticipates all life’s little uncertainties. All too often, the listener nods sagely… But if such advice is being properly followed by most, how come so many businesses fall by the wayside when the going gets tough? The answer, sadly, is that many business […]
Entrepreneurs typically think of themselves as starters or creators. It’s in their blood to take an idea and turn it into something really exciting. This is great; it’s what makes entrepreneurs such a special breed. However, this desire to be at the forefront often takes the focus away from the end, which in a business […]
