As the host of the Troubleshooters Podcast, I’ve had the privilege of chatting with some incredible people, but my conversation with Pat Farmer back in Feb 2023—a professional Ultra-Runner, former politician, and all-around Australian hero—stands out as one of the most inspiring yet.

I’ve been predicting the demise of the grocers for three decades! By and large I’ve been wrong or let’s just say it’s taking longer than I expected. Carrie LaFranz in last week's AFR has an interesting take on this subject. 

Why do promising business sales suddenly collapse? Often, it’s not due to a single, insurmountable obstacle, but rather a series

The AFR reported on April 8th under the headline, $500m revenue family-owned pork processor kicks off sale; flyer out. This is the possible sale of a family owned and operated Meat Processor called BE Cambells. The article went on to report that the “bidder sources said a one-page teaser had landed in inboxes, spruiking the company’s “blue-chip customer base” and “strategically located processing facilities.” This widespread leakage is not just bad news for the shareholders its completely unnecessary.

Are you thinking about selling your business in Sydney? Building a sale-ready business involves strategic planning, financial preparation, and a

Too many business owners pour everything into building their company, only to delay or entirely overlook how they’ll one day

This is a perennial question for most business owners contemplating an exit. The simple and truthful answer to the question, what is my business worth? Is that the business is worth whatever a buyer says it’s worth, provided the vendor agrees at a point in time! That’s it, simple. The fun starts when the vendor disagrees with the buyer and now we have a valuation gap.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) are among the most powerful strategies for businesses looking to expand, gain competitive advantages, or maximise

Selling a business isn’t just about finding a buyer—it’s about getting the right deal at the right time. Many business

Congratulations to Alistair Hood and his fellow shareholders on the successful sale of their business Ashton Manufacturing to Reilly Best. Ashtons are the leading casket manufacturer in Australia.