Mike, Ryan, and Matt from Revenue Rocket discussed strategies for sellers to navigate a situation where a deal does not close, even after a Letter of Intent is signed. The key highlights include: understanding the underlying reasons for the deal not closing, addressing any issues before re-entering the market, maintaining a positive mindset, leveraging learnings from the previous process, and working closely with an M&A advisor to ensure transparency and address any concerns proactively with potential new buyers.
This episode discusses the challenges and strategies for re-entering the market after a deal doesn't close. Key points include understanding why the deal failed, whether due to strategic, cultural, or financial issues. Emphasis is placed on maintaining business operations and maintaining a positive outlook. Advisors can help by revisiting previous suitors and ensuring transparency about the deal's failure. It's crucial to reset expectations, especially regarding valuation, which may change based on current financial performance. The importance of working with experienced advisors and maintaining a fresh perspective is highlighted, along with the need to manage deal fatigue and maintain business continuity.