09 Oct 2025

Podcast: The biggest mistake business owners make when raising money

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Jason Samuels, Advance Business Services Partner, was a guest on the 8020 Business Podcast, discussing the factors that drive successful fundraising for owner-managed businesses.

Chatting with Dillon Falvey, Jason talked about:

  • Why most businesses aren’t investor-ready
  • How to raise without losing control
  • Debt versus equity – and when each makes sense
  • The difference between funding growth and funding survival
  • What smart investors look for behind the pitch

Jason and our business specialists provide tailored, scalable support to owners of growing businesses: helping you to solve problems, manage risks and achieve your ambitions.

Our Advance Business Services (ABS) team can help you with:

  • Year-end financial statements
  • Tax compliance
  • Bookkeeping
  • Management accounts
  • Payroll
  • Company secretarial
  • Specialist people & culture (HR) support

For a chat about how we can help you take the next step on your business journey, get in touch with Jason Samuels or send us an enquiry.