Built To Sell

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  • Added: 2025-12-11
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goodreads.com · Unknown · 2025-12-18
good 4.50

Built to Sell is a valuable read for those looking to structure and grow their business for a future sale. The book is written in an engaging story format, making it easy to understand and apply the key points. It is particularly useful for service-based businesses in the marketing or digital space.

Built to Sell is a book that offers practical advice on how to structure and grow a business with the intention of selling it. The book is written in a story format, which makes it engaging and easy to read. The author, John Warrillow, has successfully exited three businesses, so he knows what he is talking about. The book is particularly useful for service-based businesses in the marketing or digital space. It is not a long book, so it can be read in a week or two. The book provides useful tips at the end of each chapter, reinforcing the key points. At the end of the story, the author repeats each key point with even more details, ensuring that the reader 'gets' the content. The book is a valuable use of time for anyone looking to productise their business for sale.


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    It is written in a super easy to read style. It is a story not a how to book, so you become engaged with the characters and want to know what happens to them

    They have useful tips at the end of each chapter, reinforcing the key points. Then at the end of the story they repeat each key point with even more details - you can't not 'get' the content!

    It is written by John Warrillow who has successfully exited three businesses so he knows what he is talking about. The last one forms the basis for the book

ryanstephens.me · Unknown · 2011-07-12
excellent 4.50

John Warrillow's 'Built to Sell' is a compelling read for entrepreneurs, offering practical advice on creating a business that can thrive without its original owner. The book is filled with realistic scenarios and actionable tips, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to sell their business or understand the entrepreneurial landscape.

John Warrillow's 'Built to Sell' is a must-read for entrepreneurs and business owners. The book tells the story of a fictional business owner, Alex, and provides practical advice on how to build a business that can thrive without its original owner. Warrillow's approach is realistic and relatable, making the book an engaging read. The author covers key criteria for transforming a business into one that is sellable, such as specializing rather than generalizing, not customizing each solution for every client, and implementing long-term incentive plans for key employees. The book also includes an implementation guide and sixteen tips that can be particularly useful for those looking to sell their business. Overall, 'Built to Sell' is a valuable resource for anyone interested in entrepreneurship or looking to sell their business.


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    I was worried I might not enjoy this book because I felt it was a little out of my range/expertise, but I found myself enthralled, finishing the book (150 pages) in merely two days.

    Warrilow illustrates how to build a business that can thrive without it’s original owner (i.e. built to sell) by telling the story of a fictional business owner, Alex.

    If you want to sell a business, please pick up this book.