About this episode
In this week's episode of Business Buying Strategies, you're invited to sit in on one of Jonathan Jay's live "Coffee with Jonathan" sessions — where he fields rapid-fire questions from aspiring dealmakers and delivers straight-talking, practical answers. From metaphors that make sense to advice that saves you from million-pound mistakes, this episode is packed with real insights, real examples, and real momentum. Here's what you'll learn this week: The Spaghetti Analogy That Could Change Your Approach Forever Discover why Jonathan says business buying is like choosing between wet spaghetti and dry spaghetti — and how following a clear, step-by-step system can cut years off your learning curve. Why Small Deals Can Be Big Mistakes Find out why buying a tiny business is often riskier than going bigger — and why revenue comfort zones might be holding you back. Can You Really Buy a Business If You're Broke? Jonathan explains why financial difficulties don't disqualify you — and how some of his most successful clients started with nothing but a plan. What If You've Never Bought a Business Before? Learn exactly what to say, do, and show to build credibility as a first-time buyer — even if sellers do their due diligence on you. Why Business Brokers May Not Be Your Best Bet Jonathan shares why none of his 1,000+ successful clients have done deals through brokers — and what you should be doing instead. Overseas Acquisitions, Asset vs Share Purchases, Leveraged Buyouts & More This session covers it all — including how to structure smart deals, whether you need industry experience, and how to stay motivated during a multi-year buy-and-build plan. Whether you're taking your first steps, feeling stuck, or trying to figure out your next move — this episode offers the clarity you need to move forward with confidence. If you're serious about buying a business – and avoiding the mistakes Jonathan outlines – book a free Clarity Call with one of his team: 👉 dealmakers.co.uk/clarity You'll get 15 minutes of expert insight to help you decide which next step is right for you – whether that's attending a Deal Club evening, joining the 3-day Foundation Programme, or stepping straight into the Mastermind. Subscribe & Review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review. It
