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…
July 27, 2010
Five reasons to buy and own a business
The corporate world is changing. More and more people are frustrated with their jobs, the extra work being forced on them (due to the recession)…
July 21, 2010
Business Buyer Matthew Finnigan Becomes a Business Owner
Matthew Finnigan is the new owner of National Concrete Cutting, Inc. in Milton, WA. Matthew took over in April, 2010 after a long evaluation, deal-making…
