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Insights: Explore Business Strategies & Industry Trends for Growth
Expert advice for enlightened business decisions.
Whitepapers, industry trends, and practical observations to help guide your company's growth.


Mark Hartmann
Feb 102 min read
The Power of Working on, Not in, Your BusinessÂ
See how prioritizing work on your business strategy led to Carrie Kelsch's multimillion-dollar success with A Plus Garage Doors.


Mark Hartmann
Jan 291 min read
Inside the Mind of an Acquirer: Lessons from Analyzing Thousands of Real-Life Transactions
With experience overseeing thousands of actual transactions, Blake Hutchinson offers a unique window into the minds of today’s acquirers.


Mark Hartmann
Nov 22, 20243 min read
The Role of Recurring Revenue in Business Valuation
Unlock the potential of your business with recurring revenue, which adds value, reduces risk, and offers growth potential for your business.


Mark Hartmann
Nov 20, 20241 min read
How Luke Peters Turned a Used Bar Fridge into an $80M Acquisition Target
Luke Peters scaled NewAir from basic resales to $80M, selling for a huge profit. Learn his secrets on Built to Sell Radio.


Mark Hartmann
Nov 15, 20243 min read
The Key Factor in Choosing a Business Broker: CBI Certification
Maximize your business value with a CBI certified broker, ensuring ethical standards, expertise, and the best results.


Mark Hartmann
Oct 28, 20243 min read
How To Get a Big Company Multiple for Your Business
Discover the secrets to securing a big company multiple for your business. Learn how to attract premium multiples like big companies do.


Mark Hartmann
Oct 24, 20243 min read
Why a Strong Moat Made "Boondockers Welcome" an Acquisition Target
Your competitors will struggle to cross a wide moat, making your company attractive to customers while increasing its overall value.


Mark Hartmann
Oct 17, 20243 min read
Listening & Leveling: How Customer Feedback Turned a $50 Idea into a 7-Figure Business
Discover how the power of customer feedback turned a $50 idea into a 7-figure business. Learn the 'Listening & Leveling' approach.


Mark Hartmann
Oct 14, 20243 min read
5 Lessons from Home Depot’s Acquisition of Blinds.com
Explore how Blinds.com's sale to Home Depot succeeded through strong leadership and smart equity management.


Mark Hartmann
Oct 7, 20243 min read
3 Invisible Gates That Stop Most Companies Flat
How many people can one person manage? Learn why a company's evolution can stall without the right management and leadership in-place.


Mark Hartmann
Aug 28, 20242 min read
From Gretzky to Popovich: What Sports Legends Teach Us About Business Value
Have you ever wondered why some athletes struggle to transition from player to coach? Sports legends can teach us about business value.


Mark Hartmann
Aug 26, 20243 min read
Is Your Business You-Proof?
Whether you’re planning to sell your company soon or sometime in the future; now is the time to ensure that your business is you-proof.


Mark Hartmann
Aug 23, 20243 min read
How to Get Your Customers to Pay for New Ideas
There is never enough money to invest in developing products. Here are some ways to get your customers to pay for new ideas.


Mark Hartmann
Aug 13, 20243 min read
6 Little Things That Make a Big Difference to the Value of Your Company
6 Little Things That Make a Big Difference to the Value of Your Company With the Paris Olympic Games taking place this month, it is...


Mark Hartmann
Aug 9, 20243 min read
5 Ways to Get Your Business to Run Without You
A business independent of its owner is worth a lot more than an owner-dependent company. Set up your business so it can succeed without you.


Mark Hartmann
Aug 7, 20243 min read
5 Strategies for Identifying Innovative Candidates to Replace Yourself as Founder
If your company relies too much on you, finding innovative candidates is key to enhancing its market value and building a strong team.


Mark Hartmann
Aug 5, 20243 min read
3 (Creative) Ways to Get Your Business to Run Without You

If you aspire to build a valuable company, one crucial factor is to ensure your business can operate independently without you.


Mark Hartmann
Jul 18, 20243 min read
4 Traps To Avoid When Selling Your Company
Avoid costly mistakes: uncover the top traps to avoid when selling your company and ensure a smooth due diligence process.


Mark Hartmann
Jul 16, 20243 min read
Being Stingy With Your Equity
Guard your equity fiercely: Discover how David Hauser's bootstrap approach turned his startup into a $165M success.


Mark Hartmann
Jul 12, 20243 min read
Does Your Business Have Curb Appeal?
Does Your Business Have Curb Appeal? Discover steps to enhance your company's appeal and prepare it for a successful sale.
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