How To S£ll Your Business

June 2025

When I set my mind on starting my own business back in 2002 I didn't think things could be harder than those opening years. But I was wrong.

In some ways that period was the easy bit. And the real challenge came when it came to selling the business.

Here's the thing you see: I knew what the financials were and what multiples and valuations we'd consider.
I knew what the terms of the exit I wanted were, and the length of earnout.
At least I thought I did until it all became real, then my assumptions as ever were challenged.

But these were not the biggest concerns. For me the biggie was the obligation I felt to do the right thing to preserve the culture and community of Sellick Partnership. That was important and it was so hard.  

I'm sitting down with the excellent Matt Tyson to record an episode of his excellent podcast 'How to S£ll Your Business (without losing everything)'. Matt's been in the same boat as me and can really speak from experience. So we'll dive into my experiences and also the lessons he's gleaned from other business leaders and entrepreneurs who've faced the same situation.

So, ahead of the recording, I'd love to know from other founders what are the biggest challenges they faced as they considered life after the business, what kept them awake at night, how they managed their exit.

And of course to hear from employees who've been through the sale or acquisition process too - but with a different perspective and experience. How did it go for you? Did your boss make it work well, or was it a disaster?

And any of my former colleagues are very welcome to have their say too of course.

Please leave a comment below or send me a DM and we'll be sure to touch on it.

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