At the start of every year, we at Oaklyn Consulting like to look back at the past 12 months to reflect on projects accomplished and lessons learned from our clients. Building on our achievements from 2021, Oaklyn Consulting worked with 34 organizations in 2022 on...
We learned these 10 lessons from our 30 clients last year and believe they reflect the times: 1. Companies faring well and poorly are evaluating strategic alternatives We worked with 14 clients that came to us with questions about strategic alternatives, because...
I recently sat down with Al Simon of Sandler Simon to chat about how Oaklyn helps prepare business owners to work effectively and navigate their big decisions. Thanks for having me, Al! Read below or listen here. Al Simon: Hello. Welcome to Simon Says Let’s Talk...
Record monetary and fiscal stimulus is flooding markets with liquidity, giving CFOs an unusual opportunity to improve capital structure. Thanks to CFO Dive and Jim Tyson for sharing my thoughts on the current landscape. Read the article in CFO Dive. Read the article...
As we all look forward to the possibilities of 2021, it’s tempting not to look back on 2020 at all, happy for it to disappear in the rearview mirror. But sometimes a review can hold helpful lessons. We found that the turmoil of the last year provided opportunities to...
As the economy staggers amid a raging pandemic, businesses are in a precarious situation as their federal relief funds are used up. The question for many: Without another round of stimulus, is bankruptcy ahead? Thanks to Lauren Ohnesorge of the Triangle Business...
How VC Investors and Founders Can Salvage a Struggling Partnership
Struggling venture capital portfolio companies create tension between investors and founders.
Our free guide explores actionable strategies for underperforming investments, and outlines how to navigate difficult trade-offs with clarity.
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Understanding Business Valuation: Considerations for Potential Buyers
Acquiring a business can drive growth, but overpaying is risky. Accurate valuation is essential, especially for first-time buyers.
Our guide covers key methods like times-revenue and scenario analysis to provide a complete view of a company's worth and potential risks.
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Four Things to Consider About a Deal Before Price
When selling a business, price isn't always the most important factor. Business sellers often look for buyers who align with their vision and the company's future potential.
This guide contains four critical factors to consider before focusing on price to get the best outcome.
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Negotiating the Best Deal: A Checklist for Business Sellers
Successfully selling a business can be challenging as the process entails careful planning, strategic thinking, and the ability to negotiate effectively to ensure the best deal possible.
Every deal is different, but you can get the best possible outcome by following these five steps.
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How Not To Be A Turkey
Closing a deal can often feel like navigating a Thanksgiving family dinner, where everyone has their own agendas and interests.
Without the right strategy, you risk making costly mistakes. So it's essential to arrive at the table well prepared, with all the skills and tools you'll need to have your greatest chance of success.
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How to Sell a Business in 5 Simple Steps
There’s nothing simple about selling a business. The road to a successful sale is often rocky, with plenty of detours and wrong turns along the way.
Every journey begins with a first step — and with that in mind, we wrote the five steps on how to sell a business.