Funding, Growth & Exit Strategy: Avoiding Costly Business Mistakes - With Stephen Sacks

Securing funding and planning an exit are two of the most important decisions a business owner will ever make.Many entrepreneurs unknowingly give away too much equity, take on the wrong investors, or pursue growth strategies that create more risk than reward.In this episode, Stephen Sacks, founder and CEO of FundingNav and co-founder of ExitClub, shares practical insights from more than 30 years of business, funding, and investment experience.Discover why debt is often overlooked as a funding option, how founders can protect themselves during fundraising, and the common mistakes that can leave business owners with less control and less value than they expected.Stephen also explains why most businesses never successfully sell, what buyers are really looking for, and how business owners can increase the value and attractiveness of their company long before they decide to exit.Whether you're looking for funding today, planning future growth, or preparing for an eventual sale, this episode will help you make smarter decisions, avoid costly pitfalls, and build a business that creates lasting wealth.Join host Jane Bayler and guest Stephen Sacks as they explore the realities of funding, business growth, and creating an exit strategy that works for both your business and your future.Contact Stephen:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephensacks/