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      What keeps you up?

      Trouble sleeping? You're not alone - here are the common things our clients tell us keep them awake at night.

    • Column A
      • I’m worried my business will run out of cash
      • I’m annoyed at the lack of interest from my existing accountant
      • Who’s going to buy my business?
      • I’m not enjoying my business like I used to
      • I think we should be more profitable
      • I feel lonely in my business
      • We don’t have the confidence to take the business to the next level
      • The business can’t survive without me
    • Column B
      • I’m not spending enough time with my family
      • I don’t know where we’re going with the business
      • I’m spending too much time IN the business and not enough time ON it
      • I’m worried we’re paying too much tax
      • I’ve set up a new business and need help with the financials
      • I feel an overwhelming sense of responsibility for my team
      • I don’t know what my business is worth and whether it’s enough for me to retire
      • I know we’ve got a great business but can’t seem to make any money!
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What does a typical sale process look like?

This video explains what a typical sale process looks like when exiting a business, outlining the key stages from initial preparation through to completion.

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