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Articles by Gokul Padmanabhan

7 Lessons From $500M in Restoration Transactions

7 Lessons From $500M in Restoration Transactions

Two-Minute Selling Tips
Gokul Padmanabhan
November 10, 2021
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In his new series, Gokul Padmanabhan reviews seven important takeaways from over 14 years and $500 Million sold in the restoration space. Here he overviews all seven lessons and dives into lesson one, “time is not your friend.”


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Red Flags That It's Time for an Exit Strategy

Red Flags That It's Time for an Exit Strategy

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Gokul Padmanabhan
October 19, 2021
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Restoration industry expert Gokul Padmanabhan reviews the top four signs that it's time to plan a proper exit strategy.
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What Is the Best Way to Make My Business More Attractive to a Buyer?

Two-Minute Selling Tips
Gokul Padmanabhan
October 5, 2021
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Restoration M&A expert Gokul Padmanabhan answers one of the most-asked questions he receives.


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Preparing to Sell Driver #6: Remove Yourself From Daily Operations

Preparing to Sell Driver #6: Remove Yourself From Daily Operations

Two-Minute Selling Tips
Gokul Padmanabhan
September 22, 2021
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Restoration M&A expert Gokul Padmanabhan discusses the final of his six value drivers to preparing your business for sale: removing yourself from the day-to-day operations.


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Preparing to Sell Driver #5: Customer Satisfaction

Preparing to Sell Driver #5: Customer Satisfaction

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Gokul Padmanabhan
September 3, 2021
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The importance of collecting your customer reviews and monitoring customer satisfaction.


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The #1 Mistake Owners Make in Selling Their Restoration Business

The #1 Mistake Owners Make in Selling Their Restoration Business

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Gokul Padmanabhan
August 25, 2021
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Learn the top mistake that costs owners as they prepare to sell their restoration business.


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Preparing to Sell Driver #4: Documenting Your Marketing

Preparing to Sell Driver #4: Documenting Your Marketing

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Gokul Padmanabhan
August 10, 2021
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The power of a solid marketing plan in attracting prospective buyers.
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The Seven Emotions of a Business Sale

Selling My Own Business Was Hard, and I’m an Agent!
Gokul Padmanabhan
July 28, 2021
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My experience with the sale of a business has been an eye-opening one, and it’s helped me realize the full spectrum of emotion my clients encounter during the selling process.
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Preparing to Sell Driver #3: Creating a Neutral Structure

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Gokul Padmanabhan
July 20, 2021
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The role diversification plays in increasing the value of your business.


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Preparing to Sell Driver #2 - Growth Potential

Gokul Padmanabhan
July 7, 2021
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Gokul reviews three important questions to determine where your business is and what the potential for further growth is.
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