The Art of the Deal: Mastering Letters of Intent

Selling your business? The Letter of Intent (LOI) is the most exciting document you'll receive during the exit process. In this episode, I break down the 9 critical sections found in every LOI so you can properly evaluate offers.

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES:
→ Get my FREE LOI Template: Email entrepreneurship@dubos.me
→ Due Diligence Preparation Program: https://www.dubos.me/training

📌 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
→ The 9 essential sections in every Letter of Intent
→ How to evaluate different purchase price structures
→ What a "no-shop" clause means for your business sale
→ How to protect your team during the transition process
→ Critical binding vs. non-binding LOI terms to understand

🎯 WHO THIS IS FOR:
→ Business owners planning to exit in the next 1-3 years
→ Entrepreneurs who've received acquisition interest
→ Founders who want to maximize their exit value
→ Business owners who care about their team's future

⏱️ CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to the LOI Process
00:22 Section 1: Purchase Price & Structure
02:41 Section 2: Assets vs Shares Acquisition
03:28 Section 3: Timeline & Closing Date
03:53 Section 4: Due Diligence Terms
06:10 Section 5: No-Shop Exclusivity Clause
06:54 Section 6: Confidentiality Provisions
07:12 Section 7: Conditions to Closing
07:41 Section 8: Binding vs Non-Binding Clauses
08:07 Section 9: Transition & Employment Terms
08:55 Considerations for Your Team & Customers
12:31 Outro & Free LOI Template Offer

🎙️ About Jim DuBos & The DuBos Group:
With 35+ years of experience as a serial entrepreneur, Jim DuBos is an authority on business growth and exit strategy. Having founded 10 companies and successfully exited 7, Jim now helps business owners prepare for their most profitable exit. His practical approach focuses on maximizing value while ensuring a smooth transition for employees and customers.

Connect with Jim:
→ Website: https://www.dubos.me
→ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesdubos/
→ Email: entrepreneurship@dubos.me
→ Free Exit Ready Business Training: https://www.dubos.me/training
→ Take The Exit Ready Business Assessment: https://www.dubos.me/exit-assessment

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