The Buyer’s Playbook: What Makes a BSC Stand Out in Today’s Market

What makes a business irresistible to a buyer?

What makes a business irresistible to a buyer? In this episode, we talk with Shivek Gupta, founder of Brightside Legacy, a firm focused on acquiring and growing exceptional service businesses—starting with a building service contractor.

While many BSC interviews center on how to sell a business, this one explores the buy-side perspective: What buyers are really looking for, fed flags that stop deals, how culture, leadership, and recurring revenue matter, what makes a BSC stand out in today’s market, and more.

Whether you’re a business owner considering an exit or just curious about what makes a company valuable from the outside in, this episode offers real-world advice from someone on the acquisition trail.

 

Jeff Cross

ISSA Media Director

Jeff Cross is the ISSA media director, with publications that include Cleaning & Maintenance Management, ISSA Today, and Cleanfax magazines. He is the previous owner of a successful cleaning and restoration firm. He also works as a trainer and consultant for business owners, managers, and front-line technicians. He can be reached at [email protected].

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