Buy Then Build
How Acquisition Entrepreneurs Outsmart the Startup Game
by:
Walker Deibel
in:
Startups
Summary:
The book provides a guide for entrepreneurs on how to bypass the traditional startup phase by acquiring and growing an existing business, offering practical advice on searching for, evaluating, and financing the purchase of a company. It also discusses strategies for scaling the acquired business and maximizing its value post-acquisition.
Key points:
1. Acquisition Entrepreneurship: Deibel suggests buying and improving an existing business instead of starting a new one to reduce risk.
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