In the heart of Melbourne, Laura’s café is more than just a place for a morning coffee; it’s a community hub, a testament to her dedication and passion for the
When we discuss the financial landscape of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), it often feels like steering a ship through a stormy sea. For Jasmine, the owner of a boutique
For business owners, the decision to venture into new markets or diversify their investments is taken seriously. Consider the case of Sarah, who started a boutique digital marketing firm from
Imagine walking into the finance department of a burgeoning Australian enterprise. Papers are strewn across desks, the hum of calculators fills the air, and finance professionals deeply discuss the latest
Facing the decision to acquire a business can feel like navigating through a dense fog, where each step forward requires careful thought and strategic planning. This venture, while promising, is
Understanding and adapting to market trends can often feel like trying to hit a moving target, especially for those at the helm of small to medium enterprises (SMEs). The pace
Venturing into specialised business investments can be as thrilling as it is daunting. The allure of entering niche markets with high growth potential is often tempered by the complexities and
Selling a business is not merely a transaction; it’s a pivotal moment that reflects years of hard work, dedication, and passion. Whether you’re an entrepreneur operating a small business or
When discussing the dynamic landscape of business, each decision carries the weight of potential success or the risk of unforeseen challenges. Strategic board consultancy emerges as a beacon of guidance,
Managing a Small to Medium Enterprise (SME) in today’s dynamic market environment requires a vision and a strategic approach to overcome challenges and leverage opportunities for growth. Businesses are constantly
For business owners reaching a crossroads in their entrepreneurial journey, the prospect of exiting their business may become an increasingly important consideration. Whether it be retirement, a career change, or
Entrepreneurs and business owners across Australia are constantly seeking effective strategies to drive growth and stay ahead. One key aspect of success lies in value creation — the process of
As business owners and entrepreneurs in Australia seek to increase the value of their businesses and maximise their growth potential, one aspect which warrants particular attention is operational efficiency. By
As your business thrives and continues to grow, securing financing for further expansion becomes an essential aspect of your journey. Whether it’s entering new markets, acquiring new assets, increasing production,
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can provide significant opportunities for business owners to create and unlock value, enabling their organisations to achieve strategic growth objectives and secure a sustainable future. However,
Selling your business is likely to involve a major mismatch in terms of the scale and size of the likely buyer. Getting in the ring with them by yourself and without a clear strategy, might not work out so well for you.
Selling a business isn't like selling a house. A business is a dynamic asset—customers, management, staff, stock, IP, and goodwill all contribute. The key is to always run your business professionally and profitably, focusing on value creation and risk mitigation. So why wait until you’re ready to sell? Here are my top 10 tips to prepare your business before you sell.
Publicising your intention to sell makes your business vulnerable to perceptions of instability among staff, competitors, clients, and suppliers. Small to medium-sized companies are delicately balanced, and the last thing an owner needs is staff hearing rumours that the business is for sale.
We are often asked at Oasis Partners, when there is market volatility or other geopolitical uncertainties, whether it’s still a good time to sell a business. The reality is that we are selling most of our clients to much larger corporate acquirers where there are strong synergies and reasons to do a deal.
At Oasis Partners we are seeing about half our transactions are shareholders selling for age related reasons, retirement or health. The other half are selling for other reasons such as wanting a change or feeling that a merger would provide benefits at their particular stage of the business lifecycle.
It turns out the average retirement age for Australians is the highest it's been since the 1970s. With apparently 20% of new employment since 2019 being people aged 55 and above!
The co-founder and CEO of Koda Capital, Paul Heath, spoke on the ’15 Minutes with the BOSS podcast’ about the biggest mistakes he’s made in his career. He spoke often of change, and the impact that change can have on the people in your organisation.
McKinsey expects gen-AI programs to cost $3 in change management for every $1 in development and reports that only 15% of companies surveyed attribute meaningful earnings from gen-AI activities. Large corporates have certainly developed compelling use cases. Out-of-stock monitoring (Woolworths), prediction of high-risk centres during extreme weather events (Suncorp) and streamlining of mortgage applications (Westpac) are but a few of many examples.