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15X EBITDA For A Service Firm: Strategies from Ujwal Arkalgud
In this episode of Built to Sell Radio, John Warrillow sits down with Ujwal Arkalgud, who built the same company twice.

Kyle Winder
Dec 11, 20252 min read


Explaining the Difference Between 4X VS 8X EBITDA: Insights with Private Equity Buyer, Eric Wiklendt
Private equity buyer Eric Wiklendt reveals what really drives multiples and how owners can avoid the traps that drag valuations down.

Kyle Winder
Dec 1, 20253 min read


Insights from Andrew Robert after his $Million Dollar Outcome Selling Tiny to Private Equity
Hear Andrew Robert full Exit Story on Built to Sell Radio and see how his decisions around valuation, customer concentration, and rolling equity might shape the way you think about your own endgame.

Kyle Winder
Nov 24, 20253 min read


How Chris Hutchins convinced Google to buy Milk and Wealthfront to acquire Grove
Discover how Chris Hutchins sold two startups by showcasing assets—team, product, IP—over revenue to strategic acquirers

Kyle Winder
Nov 17, 20253 min read


Will your business be more valuable this time next year?
For many, January is a time of rebirth and resolutions. It’s a month to reflect on last year’s achievements and to set goals for the year...

Staff Writer
Nov 17, 20253 min read


The Recurring Revenue Bump
Last month, Darden, the owner of the Olive Garden restaurant chain, announced it was acquiring Ruth’s Chris, the legendary American...

Staff Writer
Nov 12, 20253 min read


Spencer Dennis on How to Avoid the Unforced ERRORS That Can Wipe Out Your Equity
This is a cautionary tale for any owner negotiating with “sophisticated” investors. Learn from Spencer Dennis how avoidable investor mistakes, such as bad deal terms, can quietly erode your hard-earned equity.

Kyle Winder
Nov 10, 20253 min read


The Purest Way to Increase the Value of Your Business
Picture a magic slot machine. Each time you pull the arm, you make back a multiple of whatever you wagered. How much time would you...

Staff Writer
Nov 10, 20252 min read


How First Impressions Can Drive the Value of Your Business
The initial impression customers have of your business often influences how much they decide to spend with your company. This is well...

Staff Writer
Nov 5, 20253 min read


John Ruffolo on Growth Equity, Control, and When Rolling Equity Fails
Discover how John Ruffolo redefines growth equity, control, and why traditional private equity structures are failing today.

Kyle Winder
Nov 4, 20256 min read


What To Do When Your Clients Wants You?
Do your customers ever ask that you personally get involved in their account? If so, one of the best things you can do to improve the...

Staff Writer
Nov 3, 20253 min read


The Switzerland Structure
One of the eight factors that impact the value of your company is something the team at The Value Builder System refers to as “The...

Staff Writer
Oct 29, 20253 min read


The Surprising Truth of Zain Jaffer's 9 Figure Exit and shared How To Keep $23 Million
Zain Jaffer’s 9 Figure Exit reveals how to protect wealth, avoid scams, and build a lasting legacy.

Kyle Winder
Oct 27, 20253 min read


Reflecting Time for Business Owners
Are you struggling to find the time and focus to think about your business? Do you feel like you're constantly reacting to the demands of...

Staff Writer
Oct 27, 20252 min read


How to Protect Your Equity When Your Business Is Thirsty for Cash
When it comes to financing the growth of your business, you may find yourself facing a difficult choice between the lesser of two evils....

Staff Writer
Oct 22, 20253 min read


Stan Markuze on How Joyride Fetched 7x Revenue for a Business Selling Abandoned Cars
Discover how Stan Markuze transformed abandoned cars into a thriving digital marketplace worth 7x revenue.

Kyle Winder
Oct 20, 20252 min read


9 Warning Signs If YOU Are Not The STAR On The Christmas Tree
If you were to draw a picture that visually represents your role in your business, what would it look like? Are you at the top of a...

Staff Writer
Oct 20, 20254 min read


One Overlooked Metric That Could Transform Your Company’s Value
You know gross margin impacts your profit, but have you considered the impact it has on the value of your company? When assessing your...

Staff Writer
Oct 15, 20253 min read


How to Increase the Value of a Distribution Business
Transforming a distributor or reseller into a valuable company may seem like a daunting task. Distributors are usually not worth very...

Staff Writer
Oct 13, 20253 min read


Hidden Value: A 3-Part Approach to Hiring High-Potential Employees
French economist Jean-Baptiste Say characterized an entrepreneur as one who “ shifts economic resources out of an area of lower and into...

Staff Writer
Oct 8, 20253 min read
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