Having a primary understanding of a few general terms used in an M&A business transaction can aid in making the process simpler. The world of Mergers & Acquisitions often uses a surplus of abbreviations, buzzwords, and acronyms that can be difficult to interpret without knowledge of the definitions of these …

Time and its fatal effects on closing a business deal are well known in the corporate space. But in nearly all cases in the Mergers & Acquisitions field, the longer it takes to close a deal, the more that it gets negotiated away.  The current economic recession has buyers taking …

Mergers and acquisitions can be an effective business strategy for maximizing value creation. Read more about how companies can see a win-win with M&A right here!

Companies with strong profit margins, niche market, and solid management teams are highly sought after by strategic buyers for deal-making opportunities. Valuations this year will continue to increase steadily as industries continue to experience a robust seller’s market with activity from both domestic and international buyers. There is a noticeable …

Mergers and Acquisition activity in the staffing industry continues to be highly sought-after. If you are an owner thinking of making an exit or an acquisition, it’s best to educate yourself on how to ensure your deal flows seamlessly. Here are the top seven reasons why deals fall apart: Due …

Due diligence is part of any business sale and is the likeliest stage for a deal to fall through. You can avoid this when selling your company by being well-prepared to exit.  Here are things you need to keep in mind to avoid due diligence downfalls. Don’t rush into putting …

When company owners build their business, they often do so with the vision of being acquired by a large corporation. While having your concepts come to being is incredibly rewarding; selling your company is the way you might like to cash in on all your hard work, while also, giving …

In staffing firms, gross margins and customer satisfaction are metrics that are often tracked as indicators of good business performance. While these are important information to have, having a staffing firm gives you access to a plethora of data just waiting to be discovered. With access to all this information, …

Creating a company culture that makes your top talent want to stay We live in a time wherein company culture plays a bigger role in retaining talent than staggering paychecks. Employees put high value in a good work and life balance. In fact, a study by Fidelity Investments reports that …

Speaking with Eric Allison is like sitting in a business conference and listening to a motivational speaker all wrapped into one. His shrewd business acumen is evident in every conversation yet his practical articulation and narrative eloquence is what sets him apart. Take the concept of the presumptive close, for …