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Mergers & Acquisitions: My business going through an Acquistion but I need advise on if I should stay and continue?
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David C Barnett, I help you buy, sell, plan, value a business answered:

Hi, this is an issue faced by many entrepreneurs. I've sold two businesses and have been a business broker where I helped to sell over 35 others and I've learned from my own experiences and from observing others.

Here's what you need to ask yourself:
1. Is there another project I wish to take on right away?
2. Could I use a rest? Employees are better able to forget the workplace once they leave the office.
3. Do I have a sense of duty to the employees to ensure the transition has a solid foundation?

Even though you're no longer the owner you may still care deeply about the business and wish to see it succeed.

Deciding to stay is not a 'forever' decision. Keeping active and earning while truly enjoying weekends and vacation can give you a rest while leaving your finger in the pulse to identify your next opportunity.

Me, I left. In one case I was too excited for the next thing. In the next, there was no place for me.

Cheers,

Arrange a call if you'd like to chat.

Dave

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