Greg Kells is the Founder and President of Sunbelt Canada, the number one business brokerage in the country. He has directly facilitated the sale of over 1,000 businesses and is a two-time winner of Businessperson of the Year in Ottawa. Greg is passionate about mentoring and teaching, with experience as a guest lecturer at Harvard, Yale, Duke, and various colleges across Canada. He is active in numerous community organizations and advocates for economic empowerment, the environment, science, and technology.
Summary Small business ownership offers significant advantages, from financial independence and creative freedom to personal fulfillment and community impact, but it also carries real challenges that require honest self-assessment before taking the leap. This guide explores the key pros and cons of owning a…
Are you expecting to die with your boots on? Or do you intend to kick off your shoes and seek other surroundings, near or far? Some eight per cent of us who own small businesses in Canada do not plan to retire at all.
Do you have fun running your business? Research from The Guardian Life Small Business Research Institute shows it’s more likely if you stay small. Some keep their business small by choice, finding it more personally rewarding than running a bigger company with more employees.
Many small business owners love what they are doing. It’s the fuel that powers them through long days and adversity. It’s why three out of 10 in Canada opened up shop. But it’s also the kicker that can make it so hard to leave—a milestone that some seven out of 10 of us will be approaching this decade.
A small business partnership is like a marriage - you need to choose your partners wisely. That is some smart advice. Especially in business, many do not.
The decision to sell your software company is a strategic move that demands careful consideration. The software market in Canada is experiencing robust growth, with a projected annual revenue growth rate of 4.65%, reaching $26.44 billion by 2028. Now is…
Selling your locksmith business demands careful consideration of various factors. From valuation to understanding market dynamics and navigating the intricacies of the sale, this article will help you unlock the path to a successful transition. Valuing Your Locksmith Business Valuation…
When it comes to buying and selling companies, one critical question many grapple with is: “What is the fair market value of the business?” While there are various methods to answer this question, one frequently used approach is the time-revenue…
Businesses come in all shapes and sizes, each with unique characteristics, potential, and value. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, a budding startup owner, or an investor looking to buy or sell a company, understanding the worth of a business is…
