🎙️ Ever wondered what a business sale actually looks like behind the scenes? In this episode, Damien Fahey and Sam Cherry share real stories from business transactions — where things ran smoothly, where they didn’t, and how deals still made it across the line.

They unpack the reality of selling a business: preparation that pays off, buyers who back out, emotions that run high, and the broker’s role in keeping it all stitched together.

🎧 Whether you’re preparing to sell, advising clients, or exploring a purchase, this one gives you the inside view of what really sells businesses.

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🎙️ Should you name your business when you sell — or keep it under wraps? Damien Fahey and Sam Cherry unpack confidentiality, legacy, and when an open sale makes sense.

Key takeaways:

🔹 Most Tabak sales are confidential — handled via anonymous listings, NDAs, and carefully screened buyers.

🔹 Why stay confidential?

Protect staff morale, reduce competitor pressure, and maintain stability during the sale. Broker “matchmaking” with prequalified buyers often moves faster and closer to asking price.

🔹 Why go public?

If staff are aware of the plans, and the business has a strong brand then going public may increase the buyer pool.

🎧 Whether you’re preparing to sell, advising clients, or exploring a purchase, this episode helps you choose the right path. Listen now and follow for more.

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🎙️ Selling soon? In this episode, Damien Fahey and Sam Cherry share the biggest pitfalls they see from business owners — and what to do instead.

Key takeaways:

🔹 Timing — there’s never a perfect moment, but hesitation can cost you.

🔹 Momentum — keep driving your business right through the sale process.

🔹 Valuation — beware of inflated numbers and promises that don’t stack up.

🔹 Transparency — open communication with your broker keeps deals on track.

🎧 Whether you’re preparing to sell, advising clients, or exploring a purchase, this episode helps you protect your value and avoid common missteps.

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In this episode Damien Fahey and Sam Cherry bust the biggest misconceptions they hear from business owners — drawing on decades of real business sales experience.

Myths busted:

🔹 Multiples are straightforward – anyone can calculate them.

🔹 Brokers make easy money.

🔹 Multi-offers are the norm.

🔹 Market averages tell the full story.

Real stories, straight talk, and practical takeaways to help you avoid costly mistakes.

🎧 Whether you’re preparing to sell, advising clients, or exploring a purchase, this episode cuts through the noise. Listen now and follow for more.

🎙️ Season 2 of the Tabak Business Sales Podcast is here – and it’s bigger than ever.

Damien Fahey and Sam Cherry are back, joined by two new brokers, Will Ross and Sami Chesterton.

In this short 3-minute kickoff episode, Will and Sami introduce themselves and share what they’re bringing to the table this season.

🎧 Whether you’re preparing to sell, advising clients, or just curious about the art of business sales — this podcast is for you. Listen now on your favourite platform and follow along!

In the final episode of Season One, Damien and Sam answer a big question:

“Why choose Tabak over other business brokers?”

They reflect on what makes Tabak different — from their specialist, boutique approach to their nationwide network of experienced brokers — and share real stories that highlight their values, credibility, and commitment to doing things right.

They cover:

🔹 What makes Tabak a boutique specialist brokerage — and why that matters

🔹 The value of experience across industries, accounting, importing, retail, and more

🔹 How their size enables personal service without internal competition

🔹 The importance of empathy and responsiveness during one of the biggest transactions in a business owner's life

🔹 Why so many referrals come from accountants, bankers, and former clients

🔹 A few real-world case studies of successful, smooth sales — and one where a delay resulted in a $600K gain

🔹 How Tabak handles tricky buyers, uncertain sellers, and drawn-out negotiations with honesty and clarity

🔹 Why they never take on a business they don’t believe they can sell

Whether you're looking to sell, referring a client, or just curious about the people behind the process, this episode is a transparent, experience-backed look at what Tabak stands for — and why people trust them.

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In this episode of the Tabak Business Sales Podcast, Damien and Sam unpack the often-overlooked side of business sales – the buyers.

From ambitious tradies to experienced investors, they explore the wide range of motivations, expectations, and readiness levels they encounter in the market — and what it takes to match the right buyer with the right business.

You’ll hear:

🔹 The four main buyer types Tabak works with

🔹 How buyer experience levels change the sales process

🔹 What most new buyers underestimate (hint: it’s not just the money)

🔹 The importance of hands-on involvement

🔹 Why “passive income” is often a myth in business ownership

🔹 Real stories of buyer-vendor fit: when it works and when it doesn’t

🔹 The critical role of buyer aptitude, attitude, and realistic expectations

Whether you’re thinking of buying a business or just want insight into how deals actually get done, this episode offers practical, unfiltered advice from two experts who’ve seen it all.

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When selling a business, first impressions matter — and that starts with the Information Memorandum (IM).

In this episode, Damien and Sam unpack the purpose, structure, and strategy behind a compelling IM — the 25+ page document that can make or break buyer interest. From crafting credible financial stories to sharing realistic growth opportunities, this is a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most critical tools in a business broker’s arsenal.

You’ll hear:

🔹 What an IM is and why it matters

🔹 What buyers, bankers, and accountants expect from it

🔹 Why oversharing (strategically) helps speed up the sale

Whether you're thinking about selling soon or simply want to understand how professional business marketing really works, this episode is packed with practical insight.

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