In This Issue:

• What's Under Your Sink?

• Stress Management

• 8 Keys for Business Sellers to Avoid Ruining the Sale

(Information obtained from manufacturers’ Material Safety Data Sheets, and CBC documentary “Toxic Brew”)

Carpet Cleaners  - Extremely toxic, especially to children and pets. The fumes given off by carpet cleaners can cause cancer and liver damage.

Chlorine - The chemical most frequently involved in household poisonings and a potent pollutant. May cause reproductive, endocrine and immune system disorders.

Degreasers - May contain petroleum distillates and butylcelosolve, which can damage lung tissues and dissolve fatty tissue surrounding nerve cells.

Drain Cleaners - One of the most hazardous products in the home. Can contain lye, which is a strong caustic substance that causes severe corrosive damage to eyes, skin mouth, and stomach. Can be fatal if swallowed.

Glass Cleaners - May contain ammonia. Fumes from ammonia can irritate skin, eyes, and respiratory system.

Mold & Mildew Removers – Can often an acute respiratory irritant. May damage lungs, eyes and skin.

Oven Cleaners - One of the most dangerous cleaning products. Can cause severe damage to eyes, skin, mouth, and throat.

Scouring Cleansers - May contain butyl cellosolve, a petroleum-based solvent that can irritate mucous membranes and cause liver and kidney damage.

Toilet Bowl Cleaners - One of the most dangerous cleaning products. Can contain chlorine and hydrochloric acid. Harmful to health simply by breathing during use.

Tub & Tile Cleaners - Can contain chlorine and may contribute to the formation of organocholorines, a dangerous class of compounds that can cause reproductive, endocrine and immune system disorders. (Top)

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How much stress are you feeling right now?  These days, an entire day or even an entire hour without stress is rare.  Research shows people who have a sense of control have less stress.  A ‘sense of control’ is not the same as ‘control.’  Control is an illusion.  It’s impossible to control everything and those who try, become sick and miserable.  However, a ‘sense of control’ is real and something you can develop. 

It’s a sense of inner confidence and deep well being; a feeling that no matter what, this too shall pass and you’ll emerge stronger and better.  Faith is a key component of a sense of control; faith in something greater, like Nature, Courage, Joy, Excellence and of course, God.  Everything that goes wrong and causes stress is an opportunity to build your sense of control and practice your faith. It’s a paradox.  What seems to harm us actually makes us stronger.  A sense of humor helps manage stress, too.

For example, imagine yourself beside a clear mountain stream.  The air is crisp and cool, birds are chirping.  Nothing can bother you here.  No one knows this secret place.  The soothing sound of a gentle waterfall fills the air.  You take a deep breath and look down into the stream.  What’s that?  It’s the face of the person whose head you’re holding under the water.  Look!  It’s the person who is causing the most stress in your life, right now!  What a pleasant surprise.  You let them up, just for a quick breath, then plop! Back under they go.  You allow yourself as many deep breaths as you want.  There now, isn’t that relaxing? (Top)

For further information contact:

Dr. Steve Liebowitz, Coach, Managing Partner, Wisdom At Work

drSteve@WisdomAtWorkUSA.com  305-595-2338

1. Place a reasonable price on your business because an inflated figure either turns buyers off or slows down potential buyers. Rely on a consultant to help you arrive at the best “win-win” price.

2. Carry on “business as usual”. Don’t become so obsessed with the transaction that your attention waivers from day-to-day demands, affecting sales, costs and profits.

3. Prepare for the sale well in advance. Be sure your records are complete for at least several years back and do all pertinent legal or accounting “housecleaning” and literally spruce up the plant or store.

4. Your Broker will anticipate information the buyer may request. To obtain financing, the buyer will need appraisals on assets such as real estate, as well as information to satisfy environmental regulations.

5. Be flexible. Don’t insist on all-cash at the closing or dismiss any contingent payments. Depend on the advice of your consultant, CPA or attorney and their knowledge of financing and tax implications.

6. Time is of the essence. Stay on a schedule.

7. Be willing to stay involved for a time to help the buyer through a transition period.

8. Engage a professional Broker; they usually cut through the emotion and you get the best price. It’s worth the commission. (Top)

For further information contact:
Steiner Atlantic Brokerage Corp.
Ralph Geronimo, Licensed Real Estate Broker
290 NE 68th Street, Miami, Florida 33138
phone: (305) 754.4551, x118 fax: (305) 751.8390 toll free: (800) 333.8883
broker@steineratlantic.com
 

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