Hi SearchFunder community, quick question!

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by a searcher from Boston College
in Middlebury, CT, USA

1yr ago

Hi SearchFunder community, quick question!

Hey all!
I'm full-time in tech (day job)and I'm looking to buy a business - but I want to keep my day job. So I need to find someone awesome to run things day-to-day.
Anyone here done this successfully? I'm totally new to hiring operators and would love your advice! Specifically wondering:

What makes a great operator? Best places to find them? How did you handle pay/equity? Any horror stories or things to avoid?

I'm open to any industry, probably going the SBA route. Would especially love to hear from folks who've bought a business while keeping their main gig.
Thanks everyone!

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reply by a professional 1yr ago
from Yale University in Atlanta, GA, USA

Hey Daniel - I can't comment on the post-acquisition phase, but I'm building redacted to help streamline the deal identification and onboarding process to help people search effectively while still working full-time. We're launching in just a few months, but in the meantime, I'd love to connect to hear how you're planning to manage your search process. Will send a message.

reply by a searcher 1yr ago
from Pace University in Seattle, WA, USA

Good places to find them include your personal network, LinkedIn, or specialized recruiting firms. If you're looking for an operator in a specific industry, check out industry-specific job boards or associations.