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Finance for Founders with Samuel Ajala
Welcome to "Finance for Founders," the premier podcast where entrepreneurship, startups, and scale-ups intersect with finance. Our show features in-depth discussions with distinguished guests, including CEOs, venture capitalists, CFOs, and industry experts, who share their insights on the financial strategies essential for building and scaling successful businesses. Each episode provides invaluable lessons and actionable advice, equipping founders with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate the financial complexities of their entrepreneurial journey. Tune in to "Finance for Founders" and empower your startup with the financial acumen necessary for success.
Finance for Founders with Samuel Ajala
Unlocking Business Growth Through Acquisitions | Guy Bartlett | Episode 20 |
In this episode of Finance for Founders, host Samuel Ajala sits down with Guy Bartlett, a seasoned entrepreneur, M&A strategist, and founder of The Business Buyers Club. With over £146 million in closed deals, Guy shares powerful insights into business acquisition, SME growth, and scaling businesses the smart way.
🎯 From his military roots to becoming a leader in entrepreneurship and business coaching, Guy dives deep into the transition process, strategic acquisitions, funding options like vendor finance, and how to unlock hidden value in small to mid-sized businesses.
💡 Whether you're a founder looking to buy your first business, plan an exit, or simply want to understand how M&A strategies can fuel entrepreneurial growth, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways.
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📌 Key Takeaways
Business acquisitions can solve growth bottlenecks
Cash flow and people are critical success factors
Simple shifts can transform employee satisfaction
Vendor finance is a powerful (and often overlooked) funding tool
Team dynamics are everything in post-acquisition success
Business is ultimately about people and relationships
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🔊 Quotes & Sound Bites:
"You don’t need necessarily a lot of cash."
"Business is people."
"You can do it without any money."
"It’s a hearts and minds campaign."
"Money follows people."
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🔗 Connect with Guy Bartlett
👉 LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/guybartlettuk/
👉 The Business Buyers Club:
https://thebusinessbuyersclub.co.uk/
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