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Planning for Success and Exit with Saul Cohen
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Podcast Episode Title:
"Planning for Success and Exit with Saul Cohen"
Summary:
Delve into the art and science of entrepreneurship with Saul Cohen, an accomplished accountant specializing in mergers and acquisitions for SMEs. Saul shares his inspiring journey from starting a tutoring business in university to becoming a trusted advisor for entrepreneurs looking to grow, optimize, and eventually sell their businesses. Tune in for actionable insights on business valuation, the importance of planning your exit early, and navigating the challenges of scaling successfully.
Timestamps:
[00:00:00] Introduction: Saul’s expertise and the episode’s focus on business growth and exit strategies.
[00:03:00] Saul’s Journey: From student entrepreneur to founding a niche accountancy practice.
[00:13:30] Business Valuation Basics: Understanding EBITDA, multiples, and what makes a business attractive to investors.
[00:15:30] Coping with loss: the tragedy, the aftermath, and Blue’s survival.
[00:27:45] Private Equity Insights: How private equity drives growth and the concept of selling your business multiple times.
[00:40:00] Culture & Processes: Building a scalable business by creating simple, repeatable systems.
[01:03:00] Defining Success: Saul’s perspective on aligning with your purpose and enjoying the journey.
About the Guest: Saul Cohen
Saul Cohen is an accountant and entrepreneur based in the UK, specializing in mergers and acquisitions for SMEs. His unique background includes starting his own business during university, selling it, and gaining corporate experience at PwC. Today, Saul is passionate about helping business owners scale strategically, prepare for exits, and ensure their hard work translates into long-term success and fulfillment.
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