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Built to Sell Radio

John Warrillow
Entrepreneurship
Merchant Aviation
Private Equity
Consulting
Business Selling
Decision-Making
EBITDA
Negotiation
Aeroport De Paris
Recurring Revenue
Acquisitions
Product Lifecycle Management
Due Diligence
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Negotiation Strategies
Aviation Industry
Stress Management
Marketing Agencies
Earn Out Strategies
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Built to Sell Radio is a weekly podcast for business owners interested in selling a business. Each week, we ask an entrepreneur who has recently sold a business why they decided to sell their business, what they did right and what mistakes they made through the process of exiting their business. Built to Sell Radio is the ultimate insider's guide to approaching the most important financial transac... more

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In 2006, Tad Fallows and two friends spotted a problem inside Harvard’s cancer labs: researchers were spending more time managing freezers, fruit flies, and mice than actually doing research. They built iLab, a SaaS tool for universities and hospital... more

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Ronan Berder built Wiredcraft to 140 people, then sold to Publicis for a reported 67 million euros. This Exit Story traces the moment he walked away from Techstars and a product dream to double down on services—and why that decision paid off.

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Most owners want 100% cash at closing. Most acquirers want the opposite—they try to hold back as much as possible and tie it to future results. That tug-of-war defines the negotiation. 

In this week’s episode of Built to Sell Radio, you discover ... more

What happens when it’s time to sell? Every acquirer looks at your business differently. In this special episode of Built to Sell Radio, John Warrillow breaks down the four most common buyer profiles and explains how each thinks about acquiring a comp... more

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Recent Guests

Tad Fallows
Founder of iLab and entrepreneur
Agilent Technologies
Episode: Ep 512 Exit Story: Selling iLab for 6× ARR, Choosing Strategic Over PE, and Life After an Eight-Figure Exit
Ronan Berder
Founder of Wiredcraft, a Shanghai-based digital product agency.
Wiredcraft
Episode: Ep 511 Exit Story: Why Ronan Berder Walked Away from Techstars and Sold Wiredcraft for 67 Million Euros
Steve Davidikos
First-time business buyer with experience in utilizing seller financing.
Episode: Ep 510 Mastering the Deal: Earn-outs, Equity Rolls & Seller Notes—Risk or Reward?
Adam Coffee
Author of the Private Equity Playbook and expert in private equity
Private Equity Industry
Episode: Ep 509 Mastering the Deal: 4 Buyer Types — Private Equity, Strategics, Hybrids & Acquisition Entrepreneurs
Dan Berger
Founder of Social Tables, a SaaS company for event professionals
Social Tables
Episode: Ep 508 Exit Story: The Surprising Math Behind a $100 Million Exit
Adam Rossi
Entrepreneur and former owner of a software company serving law enforcement and intelligence agencies.
Episode: Ep 507 After the Deal: Why Adam Rossi Wanted to Undo His Exit
Josh Payne
Founder of StackCommerce and entrepreneur.
StackCommerce
Episode: Ep 506 Exit Story: $50 Million Was His Number—Here’s How Josh Payne Got There
Ryan Atkinson
Co-founder of CORE Resources, a staffing company
CORE Resources
Episode: Ep 503 How to Land an 8-Figure Deal Without Running the Business Day to Day
Christopher Hadnagy
Author of Human Hacking and expert in influence and negotiation
Social Engineer Podcast
Episode: Ep 502 The Body Language of a Deal with Christopher Hadnagy

Hosts

Colin Morgan
Executive Producer and Host, involved in guiding discussions surrounding selling businesses and the entrepreneurial journey.
John Warlow
Founder and Host, specializes in helping business owners understand the process of selling and transitioning.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 453 ratings
  • Fantastic People…Fantastic Interviewer…

    I admit I’m not a big fan of John Warrillow’s original book Built to Last, but when it comes to interviewing and drawing out the best from his guests, I have to admit—he’s a master. He selects people of the highest quality to interview. Where he finds these people? God only knows. But sure as hell, it takes tremendous effort, time, and dedication to find these people, not to mention getting them to agree to spill out their beans and deals. He asks sharp questions. He listens even better. He move... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoeSH22
    Canada2 months ago
  • Curiosity satisfied

    John ask insightful questions, well beyond the numbers. Business is about people and John gets it. Excited to watch other episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GrowFearlessly
    United States8 months ago
  • Great content!

    Many podcasts available that applies to multiple business’s.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TA 1977 SE
    United States9 months ago
  • Practical and inspiring

    As a small business owner, who hopes to one day sell my business, the Built to Sell Radio podcast has been a constant source of inspiration and practical advice. It is well worth the listen to any small business owner with great aspirations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    adamnmel
    United States9 months ago
  • Worth a listen

    Love the show and the guest that are brought on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    adamchappelle
    United States10 months ago

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Consistently rated highly for the depth of content and the relatability of the guests' experiences.
Valuable and practical advice for entrepreneurs contemplating an exit from their business.
High-quality interviews that cover emotional and strategic dimensions, making complex topics accessible to listeners.
Insightful discussions that bring personal stories to highlight the intricacies of selling a business.

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Ep 512 Exit Story: Selling iLab for 6× ARR, Choosing Strategic Over PE, and Life After an Eight-Figure Exit
Q: What's your answer to the question of how to raise kids with wealth?
Be honest about money and set a good example with how you use resources.
Ep 512 Exit Story: Selling iLab for 6× ARR, Choosing Strategic Over PE, and Life After an Eight-Figure Exit
Q: What can you tell folks who are on the precipice of signing an earn out?
Be very mindful of what the earn out is based on; focus on aspects within your control.
Ep 511 Exit Story: Why Ronan Berder Walked Away from Techstars and Sold Wiredcraft for 67 Million Euros
Q: What were you consulting on?
Initially focused on web apps and websites, particularly using a framework called Drupal.
Ep 508 Exit Story: The Surprising Math Behind a $100 Million Exit
Q: What advice would you have for someone who is contemplating selling their business?
Find someone who can replace you in the business and ensure you have a support network for the transition.
Ep 508 Exit Story: The Surprising Math Behind a $100 Million Exit
Q: What made you leave early?
I didn't want to work for anyone else after the sale and preferred to pursue my own ventures again.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Built to Sell Radio

What is Built to Sell Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the journey of business owners who have successfully sold their enterprises, this podcast provides valuable insights into the emotional, strategic, and practical aspects of exiting a business. Each episode typically features an entrepreneur sharing their personal experiences, detailing the motivations behind their decisions to sell, the challenges encountered, and the lessons learned along the way. The discussions cover a variety of topics including business valuation, negotiation strategies, and the importance of emotional intelligence during the selling process. This unique approach not only highlights the mechanics of business transactions but also emphasizes the psychological shifts that come with such life-changing decisions... more

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1. Acquiring Minds
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3. Think Big, Buy Small
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1. Tad Fallows
2. Ronan Berder
3. Steve Davidikos
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5. Dan Berger
6. Adam Rossi
7. Josh Payne
8. Ryan Atkinson

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