Many entrepreneurs get really distracted when Google or Facebook or another acquirer approaches them and asks if they want to get acquired. I frequently (a) ask - why do you want to exit? and (b) suggest the entrepreneur stop talking to the potential acquirers - this is usually a huge distraction that does not lead anywhere. [aside - I wrote another blog to be posted soon on moments when you should NEVER sell your company]
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5 Reasons To Sell Your Startup
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Many entrepreneurs get really distracted when Google or Facebook or another acquirer approaches them and asks if they want to get acquired. I frequently (a) ask - why do you want to exit? and (b) suggest the entrepreneur stop talking to the potential acquirers - this is usually a huge distraction that does not lead anywhere. [aside - I wrote another blog to be posted soon on moments when you should NEVER sell your company]