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The Cerulean Sweater Lesson Every Small Business Needs to Hear

March 2, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

If you’ve ever seen The Devil Wears Prada, you probably remember that moment when Meryl Streep’s Miranda Priestly shuts down Anne Hathaway’s Andy Sachs with a single, icy monologue. Andy smirks at a pile of blue sweaters, thinking fashion’s some frivolous game. Miranda doesn’t flinch. She launches into a takedown that’s equal parts savage and […]

Filed Under: Business Management Tips, Buy a Business, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company Tagged With: michaelshea, miranda, sweater, tampa, trasnworldbusiness

“Guarantees Are Guarantees”: Lessons from Tommy Boy for Business Sales

March 2, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

A good business agreement does what Tommy couldn’t: it provides substance. It spells out what “guaranteed” actually looks like—whether that’s a money-back clause, a service-level commitment, or a replacement policy. This clarity transforms a vague sales pitch into a concrete assurance, making the buyer feel secure enough to say yes.

Filed Under: Business Management Tips, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company, Tampa Business Sales Tagged With: bbf, businessbroker, businesssales, cepa, exitplanning, ibba, michaelshea, tommyboy, Transworld

How to Make Your Business Significant

March 2, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

In a tech-forward area like Tampa Bay, businesses embracing innovation stand out. Tech integration streamlines operations, while forward-thinking ideas signal adaptability. Upgrade systems, spotlight tech initiatives, and stay ahead of industry trends. A modern, innovative business resonates with Tampa Bay’s progressive buyers.

Filed Under: Business Management Tips, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company Tagged With: businessadvisor, michaelshea, tampabay, tampabusinessbroker

Anytime Fitness: A Deep Dive into Franchise Valuation Metrics

February 25, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

  Anytime Fitness: A Deep Dive into Franchise Valuation Metrics Anytime Fitness, a globally recognized gym franchise, continues to make waves in the fitness industry. With over 2,466 locations worldwide and an ambitious plan to expand to all seven continents—including a groundbreaking gym in Antarctica—this franchise is a fascinating case study for business valuation. A […]

Filed Under: Buy a Business, Franchises, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company, Tampa Business Sales Tagged With: #franchise, anytime, fitness, michaelshea, orlando, rulesofthumb, sweat, tampa, Transworld, valuatio

Take Out – Tactics to drive profits for take out heavy restaurants

February 23, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

He did a good job of upselling and asking questions and presenting options so I figured I would give some take aways on how to improve your take out margins. Consumers live on the go now so you need to maximize that order and get as much from it as possible.

Filed Under: Business Management Tips, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company, Tampa Business Sales Tagged With: coaching, consulting, exitplan, michaelshea, pizza, takeout, tampabusinessbroker, transworldbusinessadvisors

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