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Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

I spent years in the trenches as a small business owner. Now I help founders do what most never will: exit on their terms. With over a decade in M&A and $100M+ in closed deals, I specialize in businesses doing $3M–$50M in revenue. I share real stories and sharp insights to help you prepare, scale, and sell...without the fluff.

The Buyer With No Questions

Jan 13, 2026

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4 min read

The Buyer With No Questions

It's not always a good sign when a buyer doesn't poke and prod. Here’s what to look for..

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Deal Lessons

Lawyers In Your Deal.. Friend or Foe?

Nov 11, 2025

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5 min read

Lawyers In Your Deal.. Friend or Foe?

A good M&A lawyer is your shield. A bad one can be a wrecking ball. Here’s how to find the one that closes deals, not kills them.

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Founder Traps

The Silent Killer: Concentration

Nov 5, 2025

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5 min read

The Silent Killer: Concentration

Why a single big client (or supplier) can damage your exit value.

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Valuation Clarity

You Think Your Business Is Worth 5x. Here’s Why It’s Not.

Oct 21, 2025

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3 min read

You Think Your Business Is Worth 5x. Here’s Why It’s Not.

A blunt take on multiples, risk, and what really drives your valuation.

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Exit Ready

The 12-Month Exit Sprint: What to Fix Before Going to Market

Oct 14, 2025

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5 min read

The 12-Month Exit Sprint: What to Fix Before Going to Market

Selling your business in the next 12 months? Here’s your month-by-month playbook to boost value, reduce red flags, and attract multiple offers.

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Founder Traps

The Trap of Getting Used to Messy Books

Sep 30, 2025

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5 min read

The Trap of Getting Used to Messy Books

A blunt look at financial sloppiness and how it kills your exit before it starts.

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Valuation Clarity

Why Some Companies Sell for 6x and Others Sell for Far Less

Sep 23, 2025

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4 min read

Why Some Companies Sell for 6x and Others Sell for Far Less

It’s not just the numbers. It’s the story behind them.

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Exit Ready

The Buyer Isn’t Always Right

Sep 16, 2025

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5 min read

The Buyer Isn’t Always Right

Your business is worth more to the right buyer. Here's how to separate serious acquirers from tire-kickers.

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Founder Traps

A Common Trap: You don’t sell a business like you built it

Sep 2, 2025

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5 min read

A Common Trap: You don’t sell a business like you built it

Why the same mindset that built your business can sabotage your exit, and what to do instead

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Operator Wisdom

Should You Step Down as CEO Before You Sell?

Aug 26, 2025

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6 min read

Should You Step Down as CEO Before You Sell?

A founder asked if he should replace himself before going to market. The answer? It depends - but not on what you think.

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Entrepreneurial Vulnerability

When You Sell Your Business, You May Also Be Selling Your Identity

Aug 19, 2025

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5 min read

When You Sell Your Business, You May Also Be Selling Your Identity

The emotional side of exiting that often gets overlooked.

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Founder Traps

You’re Not Burned Out. You’re Stuck in Founder Mode

Aug 12, 2025

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4 min read

You’re Not Burned Out. You’re Stuck in Founder Mode

Why doing everything is killing your energy, your valuation, and your exit options.

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Founder Traps

Don't Wait Until You're Tired To Sell

Aug 5, 2025

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4 min read

Don't Wait Until You're Tired To Sell

Why exiting from exhaustion ends in regret, and how to avoid it

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley

Entrepreneurial Vulnerability

The Silent Weight of Ownership

Jul 29, 2025

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5 min read

The Silent Weight of Ownership

It's not the payroll. It's not the stress. It's the loneliness. Here's the part of entrepreneurship no one talks about, and how to fight it!

Andrew Saikaley
Andrew Saikaley
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