I graduated and was worried, so I worked one full time job and five part time jobs - 80 hours a week. Then I taught myself Alias and went to work in Sydney as a consultant and part time lecturer. Then I got a job in Hong Kong - on half the money and worked as a government consultant. I was then hired by an Hong Kong company run by Indians selling sports shoes to Poland and Russia. I then worked in the core team for innovation for Philips CE for six years. I never had much money I have little now. I will never be an employee again and I am a partner in two startups now. Who knows what will happen but I suggest for happiness and "value" You spend your life (your time) in those places that will grant maximum experience

I think the offers I have received in the past were fairly valued, but it is just hard to sell when I am relatively sure that we can double again in the next 12 months. Our revenues have been very stable and predictable, so it really comes down to deciding when to pull the trigger.

May I ask what exactly the business is? I would love to hear more about your story.

Thanks for your interest, but I do not feel comfortable disclosing that yet. Once I sell though, I will be happy to divulge the details (provided that the buyer allows for that).

I think it's smart not to divulge your actual company name. It could give a potential buyer too much insight into your bargaining position.

But...how about telling us what general type of business?

completely understandable