September 8, 2010
Is your business in balance?
Businesses need balance I’ll break this into three areas. The first one is customers and vendors. Both need to have a good mix and lack…
September 1, 2010
Reasons 11-15 why your business isn’t worth what you think it is
Financing is hard to get-banks don’t like your industry, your business or acquisitions in your industry. If you industry requires a high level of industry…
August 30, 2010
Client Profile – AutoWash Systems, Kent, WA
Tim Riley owner - AutoWash Systems is a value-added reseller of eco-friendly car wash equipment and supplies in Washington State. AutoWash is a full-service reseller…
August 27, 2010
Turning a headwind into a tailwind
We just returned from our annual trip to the family cabin in northern Wisconsin. For most of the trip we averaged over 25 mpg. However,…
August 13, 2010
What is your competitive advantage?
During my presentations on business ownership and business buying the subject of the risks associated with a business always comes up. We cover a few…
August 9, 2010
Five more reasons to buy and own a business
Here are five more reasons why people want to own a business. The last one should be present no matter what the other reasons you…
August 8, 2010
Optimism – Controlled vs. Unrealistic
I’m reading a book that we all know the story’s outcome. It’s “Munich 1938” and is the story of the Chamberlin and Hitler agreement for,…
August 7, 2010
Client Profile – MM Comfort Systems
Craig Williamson is the owner of MM Comfort Systems in Redmond, WA. Craig purchased the company about four years ago and has done well. Here's…
