What happens when a successful pharmacist gives up his career to buy a care business—just weeks before the COVID-19 pandemic?

In this episode, Chike Nwangwu, Managing Director of Nash Homecare and the BESDA Group, shares how he built a £4M care group through four strategic acquisitions in just five years.

Chike breaks down the emotional and operational challenges of buying a business, from navigating sudden lockdowns to managing sceptical teams and sceptical family members.

Discover how he transitioned from corporate stability to entrepreneurial uncertainty—and the strategies that helped him not only survive but thrive.

"Building rapport with the seller can make or break an acquisition.” – Chike Nwangwu

You’ll hear about:

• How to transition safely from a corporate career into business ownership
• The critical role of team dynamics and internal leadership in acquisition success
• Lessons learned from completing two deals simultaneously, including a £1.2M+ acquisition
• Why building your team before you grow is the secret weapon to scaling
• How to avoid the trap of “buying yourself a job”

Connect With Chike Nwangwu

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chikenwangwu/

Connect With Julie Wilkinson

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliewilkinson-accounting/

Tik Tok – https://www.tiktok.com/@wasolutions

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUvq6gfNoP_4dfIJulL6C6A

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wilkinsonaccountingsolutions

Website - https://wilkinsonaccountingsolutions.co.uk/

Find out more about our brilliant sponsor Acquisition Masters here - https://www.acquisitionmasters.co.uk/

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Think Your Business is Worth More? Here’s What Buyers Are Really Looking At.

Sellers often feel let down by their business valuation. There is a key principle that they overlook from the start of building their business that has a huge impact – their financial literacy.

In this episode I am joined by Rob Goddard, seasoned M&A advisor, to unpack the real financial truths behind selling—or buying—a business.

We break down the myths and misconceptions around business valuations, why adjusted EBITDA is more than just a buzzword, and the critical role financial literacy plays in building business value.

You’ll also hear how real-world businesses prepared for sale, the impact of operations on valuation, and the key team members you need to get top offers when it’s time to exit.

If you're building to sell—or just want to run a smarter business—this is the financial deep dive you can't afford to miss.

"You need a robust financial report to sell.” – Rob Goddard

You’ll hear about:

• The fact valuations often differ from perceived value due to various factors.
• Why a business's true value cannot be determined solely by financial statements.
• Financial literacy being a significant gap among many entrepreneurs.
• Robust financial processes are necessary for successful business sales.
• Why investing in financial management can lead to better business outcomes.
• How misleading ad backs can inflate business valuations unjustly.
• Outdated processes hindering business operations and financial accuracy.
• Building a competent team is essential for business growth and saleability

Connect With Rob Goddard

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robgoddard/

S-Cubed Advisory - https://s-cubedadvisory.com/

Connect With Julie Wilkinson

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliewilkinson-accounting/

Tik Tok – https://www.tiktok.com/@wasolutions

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUvq6gfNoP_4dfIJulL6C6A

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wilkinsonaccountingsolutions

Website - https://wilkinsonaccountingsolutions.co.uk/

Find out more about our brilliant sponsor Acquisition Masters here - https://www.acquisitionmasters.co.uk/

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Are you having a negative impact on the value of your business?

So many business owners aren’t aware of the effect they are having on the value of their business before sale. They take on too many roles across the business, aren’t tracking what they pay themselves over the year, and all this impacts what they could be taking home from selling it further down the line.

In this episode I go into the fundamentals of financial concepts all business owners should know to be able to sell their business for as much as possible. I cover EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA and the impacts of salaries and dividends on valuations.

With enough knowledge and a few adjustments, you can maximise what you can sell your business for.

Listen up to find out how!

"Are the decision you make maximising profit?" – Julie

You’ll hear about:

• Why adjusted EBITDA is crucial for understanding business value during sales.
• The accruals concept helps match income with costs for accurate financial reporting.
• Business owners often overlook the impact of their roles on company valuation.
• Dividends taken by owners can distort profit margins and business valuation.

Connect With Julie Wilkinson

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliewilkinson-accounting/

Tik Tok – https://www.tiktok.com/@wasolutions

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUvq6gfNoP_4dfIJulL6C6A

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wilkinsonaccountingsolutions

Website - https://wilkinsonaccountingsolutions.co.uk/

Find out more about our brilliant sponsor Acquisition Masters here - https://www.acquisitionmasters.co.uk/

Before you go, don’t forget to leave a comment and review if you got something out of this episode!