091: Your Numbers Don't Lie—But Are They Telling the Right Story? with Rick Calabrese

In this boardroom briefing, Paul Maskill interviews Rick Calabrese, an expert in M&A for home service businesses, to discuss the critical aspects of business valuation. They focus on understanding motivations for selling and key drivers affecting a business's worth, such as predictable cash flow. Rick highlights the importance of quality of earnings and common pitfalls that can derail a sale, offering valuable insights for a successful exit strategy. In today's interview, Paul and Rick break down: Understanding your numbers is crucial for business success. Quality of revenue impacts business valuation significantly. Predictable cash flow is key to attracting buyers. Tracking adjusted EBITDA is essential for business owners. If your business looks successful on the outside—but feels tight, stressful, or unclear underneath—this podcast is for you. If you want to be interviewed on the podcast email me at [email protected]