Powerboat promotion

Adventurous Devon-based entrepreneur Richard George is as passionate about powerboating as he is about helping other entrepreneurs launch businesses online. By racing a boat promoting his very own Scream-it.com venture, he is able to combine the two, writes James Crux

Lending a voice: Jon Smith

Jon Smith shatters the stereotype of the money-grabbing sports agent, having long spent his own money and a substantial amount of his time on two particularly worthy causes. James Crux reports

The seven deadly sins of exits

Greed, pride, and an array of other human weaknesses can get in the way of a good exit. Nick Britton speaks to entrepreneurs about their triumphs and regrets in selling their businesses.

Golden goals

Multi-millionaire businessman Rob Northfield bought his local football club, Harrogate Railway Athletic, last year. Now he believes the club can rival neighbouring Harrogate Town, while he’s still as keen as ever on giving something back. James Crux reports

The fastest car on the road

Most business leaders need a break from the stresses of running a company. But Eric McClenaghan’s hobby is hardly less stressful than his job, as he tells Nick Britton

Deals made in heaven

It’s going to be a buyer’s market over the coming 18 months, so if you’re looking to sell you have to be at the top of your game to negotiate the best price. Marc Barber reports

How to sell your business

Executing a slick full exit takes preparation, thick skin and bags of raw cunning. Nick Britton finds out how to avoid the pitfalls and get the best price.

The inheritance tax maze

Passing on business assets or shares to your children requires careful planning and consideration. Marc Barber finds out how to ensure a smooth succession.

Choosing the right exit route

You’ve slaved away, built a successful enterprise and now the time has come to sell up – so is it better to pass the business on to your management team or sell to a trade buyer? Sally Giles investigates the pros and cons of these two exit options...

Learning to let go

When business is booming, the last thing you want to consider is who’ll take over when you sell up. Yet, succession planning is vital if you’re to realise the value of the business you’ve built. We ask four entrepreneurs who’ve successfully sold up to share their secrets...

Wheels of fortune

You’ve worked your fingers to the bone to build up your business, so why not give yourself a well-earned treat – a convertible Aston Martin DB9 Volante, for example! Adam Wayland asks six successful entrepreneurs about the car they drive and whether they think it’s an important status symbol...