Want to Sell Your Business? Start 5 Years Earlier

This week on Business Babble, we're tackling one of the biggest questions every business owner will eventually face: How do you actually sell a business? From finding the right buyer and valuing your company correctly, to navigating solicitors, NDAs, negotiations and deal structures, we break down the realities of what happens when it's time to exit. Most business owners believe their company is worth far more than the market is willing to pay. We discuss why buyers look at risk, future profits and sustainability rather than the years of hard work you've put in. In this episode we cover: ✅ Who is most likely to buy your business ✅ Why competitors are often your best buyer ✅ How business valuations really work ✅ EBITDA and profit multiples explained simply ✅ The dangers of signing NDAs too early ✅ Why some deals fall apart during due diligence ✅ Earn-outs, deferred payments and retention clauses ✅ Common mistakes business owners make before selling ✅ How to prepare your business for a future exit Whether you're planning to sell in the next year or the next decade, this episode will help you understand what buyers are really looking for and how to maximise the value of your business. 🎙️ Business Babble is the podcast where business owners share real experiences, practical lessons and honest conversations about entrepreneurship, growth and success. #BusinessBabble #SellingABusiness #BusinessExit #Entrepreneurship #BusinessOwner #SME #BusinessGrowth #EBITDA #BusinessValuation #SmallBusiness #MergersAndAcquisitions #ExitStrategy