M&A Talk: #1 Podcast on Selling a Business24 Juli 2024

For New Sellers: Building Trust Through Transparency -- Lessons from an Acquisition

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The acquisition process presents a rollercoaster of emotions for all involved, and how an acquisition is announced can dramatically impact integration. Loreta Tarozaite offers insights and lessons learned from an employee's perspective during an acquisition and integration. She discusses the importance of effective communication, transparency, employee well-being during times of change, the influence of executive communication especially during integration, and the critical need to build trust within the company.

What You'll Learn

Trust: The importance of transparency and open communication with employees throughout an acquisition process to build trust.
Communication: How to address employee concerns about conflicting messaging and help them understand the rationale for an acquisition.
Integration: Strategies for integrating different company cultures after an acquisition.
Emotions: The emotional journey employees experience and how leadership can support them.

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