Business Buying Strategies From The Dealmaker's Academy

In this week’s episode of the Business Buying Strategies podcast Jonathan is in conversation with James Khan, renowned for his time on Dragon's Den and his expertise in business acquisitions. James shares his journey from starting a small recruitment business to building Alexander Man into a global leader in talent solutions, emphasizing the strategy of 'buy and build' for achieving scale. He discusses the importance of not taking on too much personal risk during acquisitions, the value of due diligence, especially regarding cultural fit, and his approach to financing deals without jeopardizing personal assets. James shares the lessons he has learned from a failed venture in Benjy’s, a sandwich shop business, and underscores the critical importance of understanding the business sector you're entering into. The episode provides valuable insights into building a successful acquisition strategy, the pitfalls to avoid, and the significance of integration post-acquisition. Key moments 00:51 Special Episodes: Behin