You’ve had a great business relationship with your partner, family, or friends but when it comes time to sell, something changes. You’ve entered The Danger Zone. The Danger Zone is a place where differences of opinion about the sale or the future can kill your dream deal. Let’s prepare you for these difficult conversations, before […]
We’re proud to announce The LaManna Alliance has an upgraded online presence. This is more than just a facelift for our website. It’s about showcasing our evolving brand. It’s something every business needs to consider. These kinds of changes are not easy. I’m guessing that while you may be ready to change your business, you […]
When it comes time to sell your business, will you be able to let go? I’ve seen owners lose out on strong offers due to what could only be described as self-sabotage. Let’s talk about the mindset and the decisions you need to make now before you decide to sell your business. On this episode […]
Your printing business may be successful but is it time for some new strategy? Over time your business and your personal needs may have changed. Do you think about any of these goals? Time to sell. You’re ready to cash out. Time to buy. You want to grow your printing business with a smart acquisition. […]
Welcome to what I’d like to call a LaManna Masterclass. Come along as I take a deep dive into some of the questions I’m asked again and again. It’s my hope the answers will help you think strategically when it’s time to make your next big move. On this episode of The Printer’s Edge Podcast you will learn: […]
I’ve worked with some successful clients who are in a crisis when it comes to succession planning. “Rock, am I too late?” they ask. The answer is more complicated than a “yes” or a “no,” and should be considered by all, even Millennial business owners. Let’s take a deep dive into this important component in […]
The acquisition of a successful printing business seemed like the perfect marriage but a common problem killed the deal. What happened and how should business owners prepare for the pain of selling?On this episode of The Printer’s Edge Podcast you will learn: What the private equity buyer wanted that surprised the seller. The elements of the growing […]
Imagine you’re a commercial printer who dreams of the higher margins of wide-format digital printing. You decide to sell your business and move entirely into wide-format digital printing. You think it’s a smart move. Your current book of business is big and relatively successful. You have a lot of local, repeat clients. You understand what it takes […]
While a LOI (Letter of Intent or Letter of Interest) may make your heart beat a little faster with excitement, you need to understand what can happen next to you and your business. It’s a process full of twists and turns that has evolved with private equity playing a growing role in the marketplace. Prepare […]
For owners in the print and print related industries, if you think of an M&A deal like a marriage, then it’s much more likely it will be successful. We’re talking about demonstrating values like trust and integrity. On the other hand, relationships that are based on greed, usually don’t end very well. And yet, that’s […]
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