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Finding the Best Business for You

March 21, 2020 By
Owning a business and owning the right kind of business for you are, of course, two wildly different things.  Owning the wrong kind of business can make you absolutely miserable.  So if you are considering buying a business, it is prudent that you invest the time and effort into determining the best kind of business for your needs and your personality.  In a recent Forbes article, “What is the Right Type of Business for You to Buy?” author Richard Parker
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Great Tips for Selling Your Business

March 14, 2020 By
It takes preparation and focus to sell most businesses.  The reality of the situation is that it can take years to achieve this goal.  Partnering with a business broker or M&A Advisor is a smart step towards selling any business, as these pros know the very best tips.  In that spirit, let’s take a look at some great tips for selling your business. Getting your business ready to sell means carefully evaluating the foundation.  Any significant problem can send buyers
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How Employees Can Survive Mergers and Acquisitions

March 10, 2020 By
Owners and acquirers may be thrilled about a merger, but for staff and managers, it’s a potentially traumatic event. The generic term “integration” conceals the immense stress that underlies these tumultuous undertakings. You’ll have to adopt quickly, and you may worry about job security, since as many as a third of staff may be deemed redundant. Change may be inevitable, but chaos doesn’t have to be. Here’s how to make the most of the change. Assess the situation Take stock
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