About this episode
In this episode, Jonathan does something a little different: a live Q&A session with listeners and aspiring dealmakers. You'll hear real, unscripted questions from entrepreneurs across the UK (and beyond) – and Jonathan's direct, practical answers drawn from decades of dealmaking experience. In This Episode Why traditional "day-one finance + deferred consideration" deals are becoming outdated. The big difference between the "vanilla" advice on YouTube and the full-flavour strategies inside Mastermind. Should you start with a small (£500k turnover, 5 staff) business – or aim higher? Why franchises are often jobs masquerading as businesses (and what to do instead). How to buy businesses abroad (Spain, Canada, etc.) and whether the process differs from the UK. What percentage of people actually buy a business after joining Mastermind – and why effort is the deciding factor. Why brokers are a trap for first-time buyers (and what to do instead). The truth about legal and professional fees – and why the business you buy pays them, not you. A reality check: why targeting £5–10m EBITDA in 18 months is unrealistic – and what is possible. What to do if management buys out the owner while you're negotiating a deal. Is it better to buy near you, or can you run a business from afar? Links & Resources Mentioned Three-Day Foundation Programme → dealmakers.co.uk/foundation (limited to 40 people per intake). Book a Clarity Call (free, no obligation) → dealmakers.co.uk/clarity Jonathan's YouTube Channel → youtube.com/@JonathanJayDealmaker Subscribe to the Business Buying Strategies Podcast archive → dealmakerspodcast.co.uk Key Takeaway Every question reveals the same truth: success in business acquisition isn't about finding a "magic formula" – it's about having the right process, guidance, and deal flow. The people who follow the system always end up buying businesses. Listen Now
