Built to Sell
by John Warrillow · 2010
In a nutshell
Authored by John Warrillow, 'Built to Sell' provides a step-by-step guide on how to create a business that can run independently of its owner. This book is essential for entrepreneurs looking to build a sustainable and sellable company.
Built to Sell: Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You
Author: John Warrillow
Category: Business Strategy
Tags: Sustainability, Exit Strategy, Entrepreneurship
Published: February 1, 2010
Pages: 176 (Hardcover)
Summary
"Built to Sell" by John Warrillow is a practical guide for entrepreneurs aiming to create businesses that can operate independently of their founders. The book presents a fictional narrative of a small business owner, Alex, who learns how to transform his advertising agency into a sellable enterprise. Through guidance from his mentor Ted, Alex discovers key strategies to make his business attractive to potential buyers.
Features
- Teachable: Emphasizes the importance of developing products and services that can be easily taught and replicated by employees, reducing dependency on the owner.
- Valuable: Encourages entrepreneurs to specialize and excel in a niche area, avoiding price wars and enhancing business value.
- Repeatable: Focuses on creating recurring revenue streams by designing products that customers will need to purchase repeatedly.
Additional Information
- Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Nonfiction, Self-Help, Leadership, Management
- Goodreads Ratings: 7,345 ratings and 457 reviews
"Built to Sell" serves as an insightful resource for business owners looking to ensure their companies can thrive without them, ultimately making their business a more appealing acquisition target.
Reference
Built to Sell — publisher / official page. Summary adapted from the Awesome Startup Books collection.
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