Is M&A a Reliable Growth Channel? #1844

In episode #1844, we talk about whether it is worthwhile to do mergers and acquisitions. The first thing to remember is that all M&A refers to is buying businesses, meaning it can be done on any scale and is therefore in most business owners’ reach. Today we cover how to vet a new business before buying it and what to expect once you are merging it into your one. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Is M&A a Reliable Growth Channel? [00:26] Understanding more about M&A and how it is not out of your reach. [00:45] Looking for businesses that are in your niche with a different offer to yours. [01:46] Buying businesses with a similar OS to the one you use. [03:21] Being disciplined and focusing on one merger/acquisition at a time. [03:34] Keeping the management team in place for as long as possible. [03:55] The typical fail and churn rate for a merger or acquisition. [04:41] That’s it for today! [04:42] Go to marketingschool.io/live to learn more about our upcoming live event.   Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback:     What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.     Connect with Us:    Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.