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Working towards growth and, eventually, a cash rich exit from your lower mid-market business ($5-$50M), is often a balancing act. These businesses, typically characterized by their smaller size yet significant impact in their respective markets, face...

Understanding the value of your business is crucial, whether for sale, merger, or strategic growth planning. Of course, the foundation of a solid valuation lies in robust financial health. So begin by checking the boxes here. Valuation numbers will be...

In the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), preparation is not just a step; it's the cornerstone of success. The difference between a successful deal and a missed opportunity often lies in the groundwork laid long before the transaction occurs. Preparation...

I don’t think it’s a stretch to say Bah Humbug to 2020. Yeesh. What a year. ✅ Covid-19. ✅ Businesses shuttering. ✅ People out of work. ✅ A hemorrhaging economy. ✅ Political and social unrest. Don’t you think Ebenezer Scrooge would be right at home during...

If you’re of a certain age, you well remember the great songstress Chaka Khan, and her 1978 anthem “I'm Every Woman.” Here’s the video – please watch it. Alleviate some pre-holiday stress. Because she truly was “every woman.” As Chaka belts out, it's...

Small businesses are no joke. We all know that. But when you look at the impact they have on a country like Canada, the real statistics, it’s pretty amazing just how much they contribute to the fabric of our economy. There are approximately 1.18 million...

And just like that, Double to Sell, my two-day event featuring Cameron Herold, is over. I’m nursing a bit of an emotional hangover right now. Not gonna lie. Between Covid-19 erupting back in March, to the live event’s postponement, changing dates from...

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Money isn’t everything. Granted. But if you’re selling eventually, you really should set your mind to doubling your revenue and profits. Now, I'm going to get straight to the point. Short and sweet. I've been talking and talking and talking and TALKING...