Sharing Some Great Resources for Searchers!

October 25, 2023

by a searcher from North Park University in Orlando, FL, USA

Hi- I am launching my self-funded search (details below). I just had my first call with a prospective business owner and I felt very confident after learning a ton from these resources. Hope this helps other folks starting as well! Please comment with any other resources that you have found helpful as a searcher.

Books:
Buying a Small Business- HBR
Buy then Build by Walker Deibel

Podcast:
Top M&A Entrepreneurs

Youtube:
Acquiring Minds

A little about me: I am doing a self-funded search for a PEO, HR services, CPA, payroll, staffing, recruiting or related services business between $250k-1m EBITDA. www.nightingalemgmt.com

Reply by a searcher
from University of Virginia in Charlotte, NC, USA

I've been using 'Acquisition Alert' for quality, passive deal flow, as well as off-market deals.

(fully disclosure, the company was started by my friend, but many people have had successful outcomes with it!)

https://www.acquisitionalert.com/

Reply by a searcher
from The University of Chicago in Oklahoma City, OK, USA

It is great to see a woman searcher, and I think you're focusing on a sector where you'll find lots of good opportunities. I am a CPA and long-time CFO, often over HR. I've also used PEOs and can talk to you about our experiences. If I can be of any assistance, I'd be glad to try to help.

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