Big tech is transforming every aspect of our world. But how, and at what cost? This season of Land of the Giants – The Disney Dilemma – focuses on Disney’s ability to weather the ups and downs of the business cycle and changing tastes and explores what has kept it successful for over 100 years. The entertainment giant has leveraged nostalgia and its intellectual property to build a beloved brand, but after an acquisition spree that included Marvel, Lucasfilm, and 20th Century Fox, can it sus ...
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Host Lexi Grant reflects on a conversation with two co-founders who were well positioned for a sale.
Their business hit every mark that buyers look for — from profitability to growth — and Lexi shares exactly what made them stand out.
Whether you’re thinking about selling soon or just want to build a stronger business, these four factors can help you increase value and create more options for your exit.
What you'll learn:
- Why EBITDA matters more than revenue when you sell
- How to build recurring revenue — even if you run an agency
- What a “low founder dependency” business really looks like
- How growth trajectory influences your sale multiple
16 episodes