The 10-Day Exit Blueprint
Is your trade business actually sellable — and what's stopping it from being worth more?
A focused business review that shows UK trade business owners exactly what is lowering their value, what buyers will question, and what to fix first — delivered in 10 working days.
Selective service for UK trade business owners with £500k–£5m revenue.
Most owners know their business has value. Fewer know what is holding that value back.
You have built something real. But if the business is too dependent on you, the reporting is messy, the systems are thin, or the documentation is incomplete — buyers will notice. That reduces value, slows the sale, and makes the whole process harder than it needs to be.
You may already be asking:
- — Is my business actually sellable?
- — What would a buyer worry about?
- — What am I leaving on the table?
- — What should I fix first?
This is for you if…
- You own a UK trade or service business.
- Your revenue is between £500k and £5m.
- You are still heavily involved in the day-to-day.
- You are thinking about selling in the next 6 to 36 months.
- You want clarity before making a major decision.
Not for
- Agencies
- Consultancies
- Accountants
- Recruiters
- Startups
- Businesses already sale-ready
What the Blueprint gives you
A focused business review that shows you what is lowering your value, what buyers are likely to question, and what needs to happen next.
What is included
- One 60 to 90 minute owner interview
- Review of your key business documents
- A readiness score across the areas buyers examine
- A written Blueprint report in plain English
- Your top value blockers and risks, ranked by impact
- A 30/60/90-day action plan
- A findings call to walk through everything together
Why this matters before you sell
Most business owners do not lose value because the business is bad. They lose value because the business is not prepared.
Owner dependency, weak reporting, thin systems, and poor documentation make buyers hesitate — or reduce what they are willing to pay. The Blueprint helps you find those problems early, so you can fix them before they cost you.
Knowing the real number early gives you time to close the gap. That is the difference between walking away with what you deserve and walking away with what you are offered.
How it works
- 1
Apply for a Blueprint Call — a short form takes two minutes.
- 2
We review whether your business is a fit.
- 3
If it is, you get the next steps and we begin.
- 4
The Blueprint runs over 10 working days.
- 5
You receive your written report and findings call.
- 6
If needed, we discuss what comes next.
Why work with Alex
I am not a broker. I do not sell your business and I do not work for buyers. Over the past three years I have been involved in 52 UK business acquisitions totalling over £100m in combined transaction value. I know exactly what buyers look for — and what makes them walk away.
I work with owners to help them understand what is lowering their value and what needs to change before a sale. This is about clarity and control — not pressure or guesswork.
Common questions
Is this a valuation?
No. It is a commercial review that highlights value drivers and risks. It is not a certified valuation.
Do I need to be selling now?
No. The Blueprint is useful whether you are thinking about selling in 6 months or a few years. The earlier you have this information, the more you can do with it.
How much of my time does it take?
Very little. One call, a short questionnaire, and a few documents. We do the rest.
Are you a broker?
No. I work for the owner, not the buyer.
What happens after the Blueprint?
If it is a fit, we can discuss ongoing support to help you implement the changes and maximise your exit over the months ahead.
See if your business is a fit
If you own a UK trade business, are thinking about a future exit, and want to understand what is lowering your value — apply for a Blueprint Call. It takes two minutes and there is no obligation.
If it is not the right fit, you will hear that honestly.