#977 What does it really take to sell your business for millions? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Nick Bradley, founder of High Value Exit — a global expert who’s helped lead 26 business exits totaling $5 billion. Nick reveals how founders can prepare their businesses for a high-value sale, what private equity buyers really look for, and why only 2 out of 10 companies ever sell. From building transfer value and mastering EBITDA to designing your company with the end in mind, this conversation is a masterclass in scaling, strategy, and smart exits for entrepreneurs aiming big!

(Original Air Date - 11/3/25)

What we discuss with Nick:

+ Nick’s $5B in business exits

+ Lessons from private equity world

+ Why only 2 of 10 companies sell

+ Designing your business with the end in mind

+ The five pillars of “Scale to Sale”

+ Reducing risk and building strong foundations

+ Understanding EBITDA and profitability

+ What makes a business attractive to buyers

+ Common pitfalls when selling a company

+ Knowing if and when you should scale

Thank you, Nick!

Check out High Value Exit at ⁠HighValueExit.com⁠.

Follow Nick on ⁠LinkedIn⁠.

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