The UK's Leading Online Programme For Business Buyers

All The Tools You Need To Buy A Profitable Business And Grow your Future Wealth

About The Business Buying Blueprint

What is Blueprint?

The Business Buying Blueprint online course was created for entrepreneurs, business and franchise owners, as well as investors looking to build their assets, without going through all the mistakes I made! It encapsulates ALL my years of experience and deal making, fine-tuned to provide people like you with the support, resources and toolkit you need to buy a business.

Blueprint is a distillation of years of experience and knowledge, packed into an online course with the aim of passing that knowledge on to you.

Blueprint 2.0

Buy the online programme and get the entire programme with all the tools you need to work on your own and buy your business.

This gives access to the live guiding coaching support.

Who is Blueprint For?

This programme is for business owners, property investors, franchise owners and entrepreneurs who want to:

Speed up organic and personal growth - massively
Own a business or multiple businesses where the asset value will create real 'wealth freedom'
Own a business that gives you substantial cash every time you buy and throws of surplus cash at the end of each month
Own an asset that gives you the time to do the other important things in life too...

When You Join Blueprint 2.0 You Get Full & Immediate Access To:

Module 1: Establishing Your Why

Your wealth profile
Your acquisition framework
The financial freedom formula
Your mindset and focus
Your why and the bigger picture

Outcome: A clear acquisition plan to take to the next stage

Module 2: Positioning and deal flow

Setting up your holding company
Choosing market sectors and geography
Your positioning, branding and market presence
The business broker model and how to deal with them
Deal flow

Outcome: Company set up, targets identified, deal flow system set up

Module 3: Valuations and deal structuring

How to correctly value a business
Balance sheets and how to use them for leverage
Using our three key analytical tools
Different types of deal structures
Finance options and how to raise finance

Outcome: Opportunities identified and analysed, deal structured, funding in principle, deal team established

Module 4: Negotiations

Sale and purchase agreements
Sourcing funding
Building rapport with your seller
Due diligence
The legal process and smooth completion

Outcome: Deal completed!

Module 5: Your first 90 days

Your cash flow forecast and financial dashboard
Post acquisition integration
Organisation, team and culture
Your acquisition vehicle
Core business functions and organisational review

PLUS: Bonus Modules

Scale and exit
Resource library and call recordings
Mindset coaching
Your acquisition vehicle
Video library

Outcome: Comprehensive plan established for your new business

Here's a summary of everything you get to progress you to the end goal...

The Complete Business Buying Blueprint

So you can get the help and support you need to not only discover WHAT it is you need to do to grow your business, but actually get help to get it done it too - without years old hard slog and mistakes.

The programme takes you through all the steps, with clear outcomes at every stage, to get you to your first deal.

Fortnightly Guided Learning Coaching Calls

So you can ask questions, progress your business buying activities, and get access to the expert's knowledge and experience.

Every fortnight you can join a LIVE group Zooms call with Brian (and regular expert guests) where he’ll answer questions and give advice, as well as working through the modules within blueprint to allow you real time teachings to expediate your progress. All the calls will be recorded building an immense library of knowledge and expertise that you can tap into if you can’t make it.

Access to the WhatsApp Student Group

So you can strategise and get help from previous students that are also buying businesses - share in the banter too with this lively group!

The network of professionals, suppliers and entrepreneurs who are on the same path as you continues to expand. In our WhatsApp group, you'll be able to ask direct questions, get input on your own deals from Guy, the team and other members, and learn from the deals that others in the group are working on.

Accountability & Support

So you can stay on track throughout the process and make sure you get your deal (or deals) completed.

No matter how motivated or positive you are…

No matter how great you think you are…

Without accountability, you will give up!

Studies have consistently found that those that are held accountable to their external commitments achieve 10 times more than those that do not.

Why? Because external motivation is stronger than internal motivation. We have noticed those that who consistently turn up and do the tasking get quicker and faster results.

We want this to work for you and that is why we will over-deliver for you. It is a vital step on our journey together and we are here to support you in the best way possible.

Exclusive members only website

Enjoy our Members Only area where you can access resources and videos which are only available to The Club. These resources are updated regularly so that you have the latest information, tools and insights needed to help you buy your business. The Member Directory is your 'little black book' of fellow dealmakers and a valuable knowledge pool whether you want to JV, pass on a lead (or receive one) or just get to know others in the community.

You'll also be able to access our full recordings library and searchable Resource Centre, packed with information to support your journey.

Exclusive members only community

Join our new 'Hub' and get involved in some of the live challenges and discussions with other members.

Our members benefit from a vibrant ecosystem where they can ask questions, share experiences, and engage in meaningful discussions. It's a place where challenges are turned into opportunities and where learning never stops. Together, we celebrate victories, offer guidance during setbacks, and provide invaluable connections. The Business Buyers Club community isn't just a network; it's a catalyst for personal and professional growth, where members empower each other to achieve success in their business acquisitions endeavours.

Your Success - GUARANTEED!

Blueprint 2.0 PLUS

You have a 24 month guarantee which commences from the date of the start of your programme. We expect you to complete your first deal within 6-8 months. If you haven't bought your business after 12 months we'll work with you for another year. After 24 months in the programme you can obtain a 100% money back refund on your course fees if you haven't achieved your goal, providing that you have:

(i) stayed in the programme for the entire guarantee period;

(ii) worked through all the modules, attended all the coaching, completed the accountability support diligently, and can be seen to be taking necessary action; and

(iii) you've attended all of the coaching

This guarantee is in place to ensure that if you take action, we are backing your success in the programme.

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Check Out Our Student Testimonials...

Andy Gosling, Web Developer

“I’d never really considered buying a business before. What triggered it was getting an email from an ecommerce site I order from saying, “We’re shutting up shop”. It’s in an area I’m into, and the business owner uses technology that I’ve used for many years, so I asked if he’d thought about selling the business.

There was a lot of back and forth, but once the conversations between the seller and me started to get serious I thought I’d better find out how to go about buying a business. I talked to my accountant, looked around a bit and came across Guy. I did some research and decided to book onto Guy’s one-day seminar in London.

Looking back, I got a lot out of it, and that single day helped me to purchase the ecommerce business. It gave me lots of pointers towards things I should look at, and a clear explanation of how to structure a deal. I really warmed to Guy, and I like his approach of looking at profitable businesses rather than buying a basket case business for £1 and turning it round. That has its place, but Guy’s approach is a less risky proposition.

I’ve since gone on to do the Intensive course and I’m now in talks with two different vendors. It’s early days but I’m building up my pipeline and I have a definite plan I’m working towards.”

Paul Pearse, Investor and Business Acquirer

If you take for instance, the Glazer family, an American family who purchased Manchester United. I'd heard they hadn't actually incurred any personal risk while doing that and I thought, my God, that's impossible. This is well over a decade ago, and then I came across The Business Buyers Club, where they actually teach you how they did it, and how I could do it.

There’s so much that I get out of the Club: access to legal help, accountancy help, insight into the pitfalls, what to look out for, what is profitable, what isn't profitable, etcetera. And Guy’s a genuine man. He gets a thrill, I think, from what he's doing, and in helping others to do it too. He's building a very, very impressive network. It's really growing, and I'm happy to be part of it.

Carl Doherty, Business Buyer

“Support. That's the biggest thing. I think when you're buying a business or looking to purchase a business, it is a process which is very learnable, but like most things, once you start getting involved with it, there's a lot of nuances there. I wanted that touch point, someone at the end of the phone that I could speak to and just guide me.

For anyone who's contemplating buying and selling businesses, this can take you from zero, to actually purchasing your first company. For sure.

I think Guy is tremendous, he's very humble, very supportive and very professional. He's a friend. I think that the relationship develops very, very quickly and he's there to help and he's genuine."

Mark Jackson, Property Investor

For me it's not just about content, it’s about the integrity of the individuals. I saw and felt that Guy was speaking from the heart and talking about things he really understood, and was talking about a whole new world of business which was so exciting."

Joe Wilson, Property Investor now buying supporting businesses

“I came across Guy when he was speaking at an event and he shared some really interesting tools. The BBC presented an opportunity for me to open up a whole new asset class. The whole thing has been wonderful. I’d recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone.

Guy is fantastic. Inspirational. His knowledge is incredibly deep and incredibly broad and he is incredibly free with it all. He gives it out with no thought to commercial gain.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need extensive business experience to follow the programme?

You’ll need some experience, yes, but we don’t expect everyone to have the level of knowledge in this area that Guy and the team have – that’s why we created the Blueprint. The course was built to provide you with all the knowledge (or experts) you need.

What if I need help?

We have a support desk for Blueprint members who need help as they progress.

How long will it take to complete a deal?

Every member and every deal are different. Some people are already quite experienced and want to hit the ground running, while others want to take their time and build their knowledge and confidence. There are no set rules, but on average most people complete a deal within 6-12 months.

How much of my time day-to-day will I need to study?

Again, that’s entirely up to you and dependent on your circumstances. We have members who work on their acquisition alongside their current job or business while others are dedicated full time.

How long will it take to complete the course?

Every member is different, and you can work at your own pace. How long it takes is down to you and the amount of time you have to put into your learning.

Where will I find companies to buy?

There are two routes available to you. The first is through the broker network and we have a list of recommended brokers who know us well and understand how our deals are structured. The second route is by direct marketing and we supply all the templates that we have tested expensively and use in our own acquisitions.

Where will I find all the experts I need e.g. lawyers, funders etc.?

Blueprint members have access to a full panel of trusted experts and advisors who are familiar with the Club and how we work.

What if I don't know how to run the business post acquisition?

We’re not expecting you to run the business. If you’ve followed the process step by step your new business will have in place a tier of management who will continue to run the business after the sale. This process is about investment, not buying a job although some people do want to become more hands on with their new company, and that’s fine too. Most however want to move on to the next deal while having a more overarching, high level involvement.