Why Founders Leave Millions on the Table · Buy, Build, Sell ™ Businesses

Why Founders Leave Millions on the Table

Most founders don’t lose money because they sell too early.

They lose money because they start preparing too late.

Here’s what we see across hundreds of conversations:

❌ Businesses go to market without positioning

❌ Owners speak to only 1–3 buyers

❌ No competitive tension → lower offers

❌ Brokers rely on inbound — not proactive outreach

❌ Valuations aren’t anchored strategically

The result?Founders unknowingly leave 20%–40% on the table.

When we run a structured sell-side process, the outcomes look different:

✔ Clear positioning

✔ Strategic buyer targeting

✔ Professional IM + data room

✔ Competitive environment

✔ Multiple qualified offers

That’s how we’re able to guarantee:

👉 5 qualified offers within 12 months — or we work free.

If you’re thinking of an exit in the next 12–24 months, starting now isn’t early — it’s smart.

Comment “Checklist” and I’ll send you the 10-point Exit Readiness Checklist.

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