Any merger can be a bit of a sticky wicket. One like the proposed Microsoft-Yahoo merger can be downright labyrinthine. There are so many roadblocks to overcome.
Today, for example, Google, Yahoo’s chief competitor in the online ad space, stepped in and actually offered to help its erstwhile archrival out, noting that a Microsoft takeover of Yahoo would be “bad for the Internet” (and what’s bad for the Internet is no doubt bad for Google).
How do you navigate the rocks and shoals to arrive at a successful merger? These BNET videos can help.
Target the Right Acquisition – Business consultant Richard Caro walks you through the critical steps in finding the right hook-up.
Negotiating the Deal – After you’ve found the right match, it’s time to negotiate the transaction. M & A facilitator Alan J. Smith shows you how to do it without getting screwed. (You might also want to check out our feature package Be a Master Negotiator).
Executing the Merger – Even after a successful negotiation, two-thirds of mergers fail. Why? M & A consultant Steven Ramirez shows you why, and shows you the mistakes to avoid.
