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In this video, discover how effective delegation can reduce stress, empower your team, and create a strong management tier that drives your business forward. Jeremy Gardner sold his business in 2019 but had already put in a team of directors to take the daily strain. Watch more founder tips here: https://hubs.la/Q02T2SLy0 #sellyourbusiness #acquisition #scaleup #leadership

Life after the business: An honest reflection 🌟 Helen Webster, former MD of prefab building specialists AV Danzer, opens up about the unexpected challenges she encountered after selling the business in 2021. Her story highlights the emotional and mental complexities of transitioning from a long-term career to a new chapter of life. Key insights include: 🤕 Recovery takes time: It took Helen over a year to feel "anything like human" again, and 18 months before she was ready to think about her next steps. 🤗 Expectations vs. reality: The idea of jumping into a relaxing and productive lifestyle was quickly replaced by the slower, more challenging process of adjusting to newfound freedom. 💡 Finding purpose: Helen shares her ongoing journey of self-discovery, emphasizing how deeply personal and nonlinear this transition can be. For anyone considering or navigating life after a significant career milestone, Helen’s story is a relatable and thoughtful reminder to embrace the process and give yourself grace. 👉 Visit our Youtube for more like this: https://hubs.la/Q02-lmQj0

👩💼 Would you sell your business to your employees? 🤝 Would you consider selling say 40% to an investor? 🌍 How would you feel about your company joining a multinational? When considering the decision to sell some/all shares and go do something else...spend time working out what YOU want personally, what's best for your business and loyal team, and what professional help you need to realise your plan. Read our quick guide on the most common ways to sell equity in a business. 👇 https://hubs.la/Q02ZKwrR0

How do business owners plan for life after the sale of their company? We asked wealth management expert Jonathan Moon, Investment Director at Greenbank Investments to map out what founders need to grapple with when their business is acquired. 💡 The steep learning curve many business owners face when transitioning from business to personal wealth management. 💡 How financial awareness courses can guide business owners make informed decisions. 💡 The value of cash flow analysis for: ☑ Visualising financial independence over the next 10, 20, or 30 years. ☑ Enhancing tax efficiency and aligning investments with a comprehensive financial plan. Pop over to our Youtube ▶ to learn all about selling a business from those who've been there and done it. https://hubs.la/Q037-w000

All transactions are done by people. With a lot at stake, motivations change as negotiations progress. When talks get heated, all parties need cool heads to find a way through. https://hubs.la/Q02-lr1h0

Most founders struggle with becoming 'employees' after selling their business. Jeremy Gardner, founder of JGA Fire, shares his experience transitioning from business owner to employee after selling his fire engineering consultancy to global leader Jensen Hughes in 2019. Jeremy discusses the unique challenges of stepping into a new role, the thrill of international growth, and what it’s like being on the buy-side of the M&A process. 🌍🔥 Watch Jeremy’s insightful journey here: https://hubs.la/Q02T2MRt0 #BusinessSale #MergersAndAcquisitions #FounderLife

Whether you want your business to be 10x bigger, double your margins, or refine your value proposition, the best time to make your business ready to sell is when you don't have to. CapEQ's Doug Edmunds explains why in this clip. Follow our free roadmap for tips on how to scale up your business for sale: https://hubs.la/Q037v8Xs0 #exitstrategy #businessexit #leadership #businesstransition

Looking after employees post-acquisition is very important for most business owners considering a sale. Helen Webster, ex-MD of modular building manufacturer and rental company AV Danzer, explains how they managed to negotiate a deal that would safeguard or enhance the loyal workforce once the shareholders had left. #businessacquisition #sellingabusiness #sellyourbusiness #leadership Read more about this transaction https://hubs.la/Q02Zyc0r0

Mark & Karen Woolley founded Proscribe with a mission to improve research reports and improve science career opportunities for PhD graduates in the APAC region. 🌏 Discover how they brought medical communications to new heights. Read more: https://hubs.la/Q02YT5lM0

Business owners: Are you ready for life after selling your business? Helen Webster, former MD of AV Danzer, shares her journey of transitioning from an intense business life to newfound freedom after selling the company she ran in 2021. Her advice for founders preparing for their "what's next": 💡 Plan ahead: Think about your post-sale life before the deal closes. 💡 Engage early: Find hobbies, passions, or causes to dive into after the sale. 💡 Balance the transition: Skip the endless holidays and focus on meaningful pursuits. A must-watch for anyone planning a business exit and seeking purpose beyond boardroom meetings. Check out our "life after sale" playlist for more like this: https://hubs.la/Q036XcQb0