The $100 Million Exit: Your Roadmap to the Ultimate Payday

As an experienced business advisor, owner, and investment banker I strongly recommend “The $100 Million Exit” to my clients, whether or not they are currently contemplating their own exit, because the fact is, this advice in this book will make their business better right now.Owners must recognize the path from lifestyle business to marketable enterprise will benefit them at every step along the way, but that path takes planning and commitment. They may need to make a few sacrifices, but this investment will pay back many times over. That is a lesson well taught in the initial section of “Exit”.Advice for improving the business, such as the need to have and monitor progress towards a business plan, will create value whether or not an exit is pending. Similarly, the author reminds us of the necessity for having a strong management team and succession plan in place regardless of potential exit timing. The importance of these sound practices cannot be overemphasized.Understanding the timing for an exit, and a look behind the curtain at what the business sale process actually entails, are perhaps the most revealing of the many insights shared by the author that will be terrifically valuable to private business owners.The in-depth sections walking the reader through the actual marketing and buyer-selection process fully deliver on the author’s promise to share insights into the M&A process rarely seen outside the investment banking world. And the guidance regarding risk management and avoiding surprises in bringing a deal to closing are perhaps the most valuable toward the end of actually delivering on the potential for exit.Highly recommended.

As a young entrepreneur, this book was very eye-opening on what an exit plan for my young company could be like. As I read through the pages, I found myself asking invaluable questions and finding ways to apply it to my current business. The thing that struck me the most was how to think about building intrinsic value in a company besides personal involvement. The author draws from potent experience as a sell-side specialist and pays it forward with gems for business owners like "it pays to remember that buyers are buying your company's future, not it's past...I believe the best buyer for your business will most likely be one you have never heard of, not the one you're picturing" Great advise for business owners looking to sell their companies or young entrepreneurs early in the journey. This book gives the play-by-play of exiting your venture with joy. Do yourself a favor and grab a copy!!

This a one of the best written books on the topic that I have read and I read it cover to cover in one day so that I could go back and reread again.The author provides many examples and scenarios that were relatable, he provided specific information that I could learn from and apply, and also helpful to leverage his knowledge to avoid making mistakes.I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in taking their business to the next level and capturing the highest exit potential.

I worked in bank marketing for 21 years -- 7 years for an investment bank. I've seen a fair number of mergers and acquisitions in that time -- some worked very well and some didn't. The missteps were often due to blindspots during the vetting process. This book is smart reading for anyone who dreams of selling their business for a big payday at some point. Many stories in this book serve as cautionary tales about what not to do and why it's smart to have a professional guide you through the process where there could be unforeseen pitfalls around every corner. Really interesting book!

Jonathan shares his own trade secrets to reveal what business owners can do to maximize the value of their company. While I was initially skeptical, the book lays outs a clear playbook through easy to follow examples. It balances between finance terminology and language that business owners understand. Would recommend this book if want to understand want it takes to sell a business from someone who has done it successfully.

While the idea of selling your company for millions of dollars can be exciting, the process of the sale can be very complex and there are a huge range of emotions that go on during the closing process. This is a must read for all entrpreneurs, because at some point, you'll get an offer to sell your company and this book gives a great inside look into everything that happens during and after a sale is completed.

Brabrand skillfully relays some of the most important lessons of business in the $100 Million Exit. One such lesson was from Chapter 5, when he reminds us that generating excitement in the market to drive higher valuation comes from presenting your organization as a compelling story of opportunity rather than just facts and figures. As an aspiring entrepreneur, this is something I will remind myself over and over again. Highly recommend.

I started my own company. I'm not the only one who has tried it. Like many others like me, I had delusions of grandeur and stars in my eyes.... without any understanding or plan of how I was going to get there. the $100 million Exit gives you a plan, a guide, and the tools you need to know where you're going before you even begin.

Really enjoyed this book, its an easy read! The messages are clear and thought provoking. Great use of real examples and action points to bring the ideas to life. I’ve worked in M&A for 25 years but there are still some useful reminders and pointers for me. Particularly like the focus on simplicity and building the narrative and excitement to a deal over time rather than over hyping it from the off. Well worth a look if you own your own business or are interested in finding out how the world of M&A really works...