SaaS Backwards Episode 121 - Beginning a SaaS business with the end in mind - with Jeremy Lessaris, CEO of Payment Brokers

Written by Jason Myers | May 3, 2024 5:23:11 PM

Building a business with the intention of a future sale requires meticulous planning and organization from the outset.

In this episode, Payment Brokers Founder and CEO Jeremy Lessaris, a serial founder with multiple successful exits, emphasizes the importance of the early organization of books, records, contracts, and agreements as a critical factor in boosting valuation and streamlining the exit process.

Jeremy also stresses the significance of maintaining a well-organized data room for due diligence during a business sale. He recommends creating a dashboard with KPIs and metrics to provide a clear overview of the company's performance and demonstrate the business's progress to potential buyers.

Throughout this episode, Jeremy explains how SaaS entrepreneurs can position their companies for a seamless exit process and maximize their valuation when it comes time to sell.

Key takeaways from this episode:

Focusing on revenue generation early
Keeping costs low while striving to reach revenue milestones
The value of mentorship in helping entrepreneurs navigate business challenges

Other resources to check out:

Interview with Vinay Bhagat, Founder and CEO of TrustRadius who publishes a yearly report about how B2B buyer behavior is changing.

The Lead Gen Mistake I Guarantee You’re Making – how to create content that better identifies intent from today’s b2b buyer.

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