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About Charles - Business Transformation Specialist 

Charles McCulland Business Sales Specialist

Business Growth & Exit Strategy Expert

Charles McClelland is a business transformation specialist dedicated to helping business owners increase profitability, streamline operations, and maximise their company’s value before exiting. With a structured, goal-driven approach, Charles ensures that entrepreneurs can successfully sell their business for the best possible price—on their terms.

His expertise lies in guiding business owners through the five-stage, 21-step journey that turns a company into a highly attractive asset for potential investors, trade buyers, or Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs). From fixing operational inefficiencies to removing owner dependency, Charles helps businesses become better organised, more scalable, and significantly more valuable.


Charles is known for delivering eye-opening insights that many business owners have never been taught—leading to powerful “lightbulb moments” that drive real change. He simplifies complex financial and operational challenges, helping entrepreneurs understand how to structure their business for long-term success—whether they plan to sell now or years down the line.


At Succession Plus, Charles works closely with business owners to listen, understand, and tailor strategies that align with their personal and financial goals. His mission is simple: to help business owners turn their life’s work into a valuable, saleable asset—ensuring they achieve the financial freedom and future they deserve.


Want to find out how saleable your business is today? 


Start with the Sellability Scorecard and take the first step toward maximising your businesses potential.

Find out your business is "really" worth, book a time with Charles NOW!

How you could increase your Business Value by 100% with simple smart strategies

How much is your business really worth? 


🤔 If you’re planning to sell—or just want to grow your business to its full potential—this episode is a must-watch! 

🚀 ✅ Did you know that 80% of businesses don’t sell for their expected value? Many owners assume their business is worth more than buyers are willing to pay. But with the right strategies, you can double (or more!) your business value before selling and secure the deal you deserve. 


💡 What You'll Gain from This Episode: 


✔️ A step-by-step approach to increasing your business value by 100% or more 

✔️ How to fix hidden weaknesses that lower your valuation 

✔️ The key financial and operational factors that make your business more attractive to buyers 

✔️ How to use data and automation to streamline processes and boost efficiency 

✔️ Why owner dependency can destroy a sale—and how to remove yourself from daily operations 

✔️ A simple way to find out if your business is ready to sell today 


🎯 Why Watch? By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear action plan to: 

🔹 Identify and fix issues that could be reducing your businesses value 

🔹 Make your company more profitable and attractive to buyers 

🔹 Learn what investors and buyers look for—and position yourself for a high-value exit 

🔹 Start implementing smart, simple changes that can increase your business valuation by 100% or more!

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