Business Buying Strategies from The Dealmaker's Academy

Hello this is Jonathan Jay - and welcome to episode 95 of the Business Buying Strategies podcast. This week, I talk with Darren Jacobs, an experienced business owner who has managed to make seven acquisitions since lockdown. Find out how he did it - it's an inspiring story! Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI

In this eighth of ten short, Saturday morning podcasts, Jonathan talks with two professional, dealmaking masters. This week, we hear from Corporate Finance specialist James Ellis and distressed assets specialist James Pugh. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

In this seventh of ten short, Saturday morning podcasts, Jonathan talks with two professional, dealmaking masters. This week, we hear from Helen Moore from Business Data and lawyer Michael Clinch with Insolvency Practitioner Mark Philips. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

Hello this is Jonathan Jay - and welcome to episode 93 of the Business Buying Strategies podcast. This week, we delve into the archives and hear from some of the guest expert speakers that I have introduced to audiences at my seminars and training programmes. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI

In this sixth of ten short, Saturday morning podcasts, Jonathan talks with two professional, dealmaking masters. This week, we hear from serial investor Mark Massiak and dealmaker Paul Green. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

Hello this is Jonathan Jay - and welcome to episode 92 of the Business Buying Strategies podcast. Now we've been getting some great feedback about our short Saturday Morning Dealmaking Masters episodes - it's a short series of just ten episodes - so look out for those if you aren't already tuned in to those. This week, we talk with Robin Pugh, one of the most popular speakers we have had at Dealmakers Academy events. He talks about the businesses he has acquired and sold over his career, and offers advice for anyone considering acquisitions in 2020. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI

In this fifth of ten short, Saturday morning podcasts, Jonathan talks with two professional, dealmaking masters. This week, we hear from Mark Supperston and Gerald Ratner. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

Hello this is Jonathan Jay - and welcome to episode 91 of the Business Buying Strategies podcast. Now we've been getting some great feedback about our short Saturday Morning Dealmaking Masters episodes - it's a short series of just ten episodes - so look out for those if you aren't already tuned in to those. This week, we talk with Bridger Pennington, from Black Bridge Holdings in Utah in the USA. Now Bridger is a highly successful fund manager who has done over 142 deals in 38 states over the last 18 months. It's a fascinating interview, and I think that it will give you a new take on how company acquisitions can be funded. I hope you enjoy it. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI

In this fourth of ten short, Saturday morning podcasts, Jonathan talks with two professional, dealmaking masters. This week, we hear from serial dealmaker Peter Kiddle and alternative finance specialist Bill Morrow. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

Hello this is Jonathan Jay - and welcome to episode 90 of the podcast - If you haven't spotted it yet, you might like to know that we are also running a series of ten, shorter Dealmaking Masters episodes each Saturday morning - so do make sure you look out for those. Now at the end of May it was a pleasure to be interviewed by Rob Craven, the Managing Director of The Directors' Centre. Rob advises clients on running and growing a business - so he was keen to learn about buying and selling businesses from my own perspective. It's a 45 minute interview - a bit longer than our usual podcast episodes - so sit back and enjoy it. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI

In this third of ten short, Saturday morning podcasts, Jonathan talks with two professional, dealmaking masters. This week, we hear from accountant Jeff Lermer and dealmaking student Angela. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

Now this week, we are back in training mode! You might remember that a couple of episodes ago we discussed money, and how to negotiate the price of a business you want to acquire. This time, we discuss the various elements that make up your business buying strategy - starting with your choice of sector. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

In this second of ten short, Saturday morning podcasts, Jonathan talks with two professional, dealmaking masters. This week, we hear from asset finance specialist Neil Curtis and lawyer Michael Clinch. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

This week Jonathan talks to Patrick Ungashick a business sales specialist about tactics to employ when you come to sell a business you have acquired. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

In this first of ten short, Saturday morning podcasts, Jonathan talks with two professional, dealmaking masters. This week, we hear from former tax inspector Chris O'Hara and LinkedIn specialist Andy Gwynn. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

This week, Jonathan shares more, select extracts from his new online training programme – and he's talking MONEY. How to reach an agreement on a price with the owner of a business – and the steps to follow to put a deal together. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

This week, Jonathan catches up with serial dealmaker Graham Carling. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

This week, Jonathan shares some more, select extracts from his new online training programme – looking at timescales, and how to force the pace of an acquisition. And he also tells you the steps you need to take to prepare for your first meeting with a seller. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

This week, Jonathan share some select extracts from his new online training programme – the first looking at how to establish your credibility as a prospective dealmaker – the second summarising the 13 questions that you absolutely MUST ask the seller of a business you are interesting in acquiring. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com

This week, Jonathan is interviewed by Graham Rowan of Elite Investments, about the opportunities for dealmaking during these strange times of social distancing and isolation. Is now a good or a bad time for dealmakers everywhere? Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, we replay Jonathan's 90-minute webinar, where he outlines the 8 key differences between buying a business right now, during lockdown, and buying a business just a few weeks ago. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, Jonathan talks with the producer of the podcast about his own story of starting a coaching and training business, making a key acquisition and then selling the combined business in a bumper payday deal. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, Ed talks with Jonathan about his personal experience of acquiring the assets of a series of digital marketing businesses, then selling then selling them less than twelve months later. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, Jonathan talks to online business buyer Jaryd Krause from Australia. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, Jonathan talks to HR Specialist Kelly Bater. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, Jonathan talks to dealmaker Graham Carling about buying a construction firm out of administration. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, it's Q&A week - two webinar listener questions and two audience questions from Protege group. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, Jonathan talks to accountant Jeff Lermer about what can go wrong and how to structure a deal. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, Jonathan talks to negotiation expert Kevin Walsh, and lawyer John Andrews. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, Jonathan talks to dealmaker Peter Hollis, who has just completed his first £1 acquisition. Here's how he did it. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, Jonathan catches up with three of his protege students to find out more about the deals they have been putting together. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week, Jonathan explains how and why certain deals fall through - and some of the more challenging tactics adopted by some business sellers. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

Recently I gave a presentation in London in which I attempted to distill my twenty years' experience of buying and selling businesses into less than thirty minutes! I think it encapsulates what dealmaking is all about, so I thought you'd want to hear it. I hope you enjoy it. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week we have pulled together all of the questions Jonathan gets asked about brokers - When are they helpful? How are they paid? How to use them when you're selling a business? How do I answer the request for proof of funds? But let's kick off with why I always try and buy a business off market if I possibly can …. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week Jonathan discusses negotiation tactics you should always try to avoid. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week Jonathan talks about where to start. What are the various acquisition strategies to adopt? Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

If you want to buy a business this year, then you must have these 4 success elements. When you've got all 4 elements, you'll enjoy a lot of quick success. Without all 4 elements, you will struggle or fail to buy the right business in the right way. What are the 4 business buying success elements? Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

Today I'd like to answer some of the questions that I'm asked on LinkedIn and my Protégé Programme. The first question comes from David. David describes a common dealmaking trap. David has built up a good rapport with the seller before asking him about a business value. The sellers response was that he needed to speak to his wife. Since then the seller has been evasive. How can you jump-start a stalled acquisition? That's exactly what you'll discover in this week's podcast. You'll also learn… What to say to an entrepreneur that has an unrealistic valuation from a broker How to value a business on the numbers How to buy a business with a minority shareholder remaining in the deal Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

I did an interview with property investor and serial entrepreneur, Rob Moore. In the interview, Rob confesses that in 2017... "We worked 50% harder and grew 5%" That led Rob and his business partner Mark Homer asked a simple yet powerful question. "How can we scale our business next year and not work more." That question led them to growth through acquisition. Their desire to grow through acquisition led them to me... even though they had already bought a couple of distressed businesses. Why did they want me to mentor them if they had already bought 2 distressed businesses? You'll learn that and more in this week's podcast. You'll also learn... How to find businesses that aren't listed for sale Why it's easier to solve the problems in a business that you don't manage How you can create 10 years of profit in only 10 months Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week we meet Mike Finger, a successful small business owner who has bought, built and sold multiple businesses over the last 25 years. I've been wanting to meet Mike for some time, not least because when he first made contact, it was to tell me that he profoundly disagreed with my assertion that it's easier to buy a business than to build or grow an existing one! Last week I managed to join Mike on a conference call – and this is how the conversation went. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

If you've ever wondered what an experienced mergers and acquisitions lawyer brings to the table, then you'll love this week's podcast. I interviewed my lawyer John Andrews and didn't pull any punches. As you'll hear I asked him why so many dealmakers that I speak to tell me that it is the solicitor that messes up a deal. You'll also learn How a solicitor de-risks a transaction The solicitor's role in legal due diligence What can go wrong with the property aspect of an acquisition Why you must sign Heads of Terms before contacting a lawyer Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week we'll be meeting another dealmaker, Jon Graves, from YB Investments. I first met Jon earlier this year, and in the last twelve months he has bought three businesses - so let's find out how he's done it. I started by asking him what his number one tip is for anyone looking to acquire a business. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This is an introductory episode of the podcast that we recorded for new listeners.

This week we hear Jonathan's recent presentation about buying and selling business to an audience of potential dealmakers in Amsterdam. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week we're going to eavesdrop on two Skype mentoring calls with dealmakers that I am currently working with. First up is Drew - and we'll be hearing his story, as well as the advice I gave him. Later on the same day I spoke with Cliff, who made his first acquisition back in 2014 when he bought a demolition company. He's keen to make a number of deals over the coming months, so let's hear about his dealmaking journey so far. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

This week we consider the three mistakes people tend to make when buying a business, three reasons why buying a business is smarter than starting one from scratch, and six ways to buy a business without using any of your own cash. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

Perry Offer is a CEO turned entrepreneur. Perry tried his hand at starting a business. Only to get his fingers burned. Perry still wanted to be his own boss. He wanted to find a way to use his skills and experience to build profitable businesses. So he started thinking about buying businesses rather than starting them. There was only one problem... Perry didn't know how to buy a business... until he met me. Fast forward 12 months and Perry has bought two 7-figure business with none of his own money. Two businesses that excite Perry because he can double their turnover in 3 or 4 years. How will Perry achieve such fast growth? By seizing the Patch of Blue Sky Opportunity that Perry has seen in the business. What is a Patch of Blue Sky Opportunity? And how can you use that to grow your business? That's exactly what you'll discover in this week's podcast. You'll also learn: How Perry found the deals What he learned that can help you do the same What Perry does to make the owner want to sell to him The most important lesson he can pass on to potential dealmakers Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

Do you like the idea of buying a business to give you a giant leap in sales and profits? And... Do you have some unanswered questions about how to get started? If so you are not alone. Which is why I ran a live Q&A online training last month to answer all your business buying questions. Questions such as: What is the most important aspect of the potential business to appraise? What is the most effective way to generate leads of potential businesses to buy? What is the best way to approach a distressed purchase? Are regulated businesses worth considering? Who are the best people to turn around a distressed business? How do you stay out of the day-to-day and make sure the business is running properly? And much much more. You'll learn the answers to all these questions and more in my latest podcast. I also reveal why I've chosen to invest in the children's nursery sector. And why owning a business is not the grind of running one. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

At the start of 2018, Andy Doyle from weheartdigital Ltd was an entrepreneur with a small team and no business buying experience. Today Andy is a dealmaker with a portfolio of 4 businesses. 3 acquisitions that have quadrupled the size of his original business! The best part is that Andy has bought 3 business in just 12 months with none of his own money! How is that possible? That's exactly what I'd like to let Andy tell you in his own words. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.

I used to think that administration was a bad word. In fact, it used to scare me. Until... I realised that the administration process actually protects the business buyer. You see, administration draws a line in the sand so no more skeletons can come out of the closet. But... When you buy a business out of administration, you are buying the business as seen. The administrators will not give you warranties or guarantees. So there are hard-won secrets to safely buy a business out of administration. That's why I'd like to introduce you to Mark Philips. Mark Philips is a specialist company administrator. He'll explain what he does, and how he handles offers to buy a business out of administration. Mark reveals how you can get the best deal. You'll find Mark's insider administration secrets in this week's podcast. You'll also hear: Why you need a finance broker and a number of different ways to raise money for an acquisition. Should you buy a business through a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) or a holding company? My recommended method for sourcing deals. Follow or connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2S3Xzxw Watch our YouTube Channel The Dealmaker's Academy https://bit.ly/3b86OFI Visit us online at www.thedealmakersacademy.com Episodes of Business Buying Strategies are available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher and Breaker. Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast should be construed as legal, financial, tax or business advice. The information is for entertainment only and you should always engage suitably qualified professional advisors. Jonathan Jay, the guest presenters and The Dealmaker's Academy Ltd do not take any responsibility for your actions and decisions as a result of this podcast.