Fresh Eyes

On February 11, 2020February 12, 2020 By StrategicBets.netIn M&A, Team Effectiveness

And yet another reason why most acquisitions fail

Tripped-Up

On January 29, 2019March 9, 2019 By StrategicBets.netIn Biases & Traps, M&A

When teams "put their best foot forward," perceptions are distorted and downsides are clouded.

Letting Go

On December 1, 2018December 25, 2018 By StrategicBets.netIn Biases & Traps, M&A, Valuations

Over-valuing our non-core businesses ties up precious capital in the wrong assets.

A Tip From Warren Buffett

On December 1, 2018December 24, 2018 By StrategicBets.netIn Biases & Traps, M&A, Team Effectiveness3 Comments

70% to 90% of acquisitions fail to generate value because no one really wants to stop the deal.

The Mind of the Buyer: Identifying Divestiture Candidates

On December 1, 2018December 25, 2018 By StrategicBets.netIn Biases & Traps, M&A, Valuations1 Comment

“There are more fools among buyers than among sellers.” – French Proverb