What if the biggest risk to your business isn't the new government
— but your failure to adapt to it? In this episode of The Grown Up
Business Podcast, Paul Avins brings together two of the sharpest
minds in his community to unpack what the seismic shift in UK
politics means for scaling entrepreneurs. Joining Paul are Jeff
Lermer — one of the UK's most creative and entrepreneurial tax
advisors, and the only lifetime achievement award holder in Paul's
F12 Mastermind — and Guy Bartlett, founder of the Business Buyers
Club, who has helped clients acquire tens of millions of pounds
worth of businesses using strategic acquisition frameworks.
Together, they explore how entrepreneurs should respond to
political change, what tax shifts are likely on the horizon, where
the opportunities lie in acquisition and exit strategies, and why
now is the perfect time to reassess your business model. From
capital gains tax planning to the rise of AI, employment law
changes to the power of community — this conversation is packed
with actionable insight for founders who refuse to be victims of
change. This episode is essential listening for CEOs and founders
who want to turn uncertainty into opportunity, protect their
wealth, and position their businesses to thrive — no matter what
the political landscape throws at them. Key Takeaways Why
entrepreneurs must adopt a mindset of horizon scanning — looking
beyond the political cycle How demographic shifts will impact
recruitment, team culture, and business models over the next decade
The three-stage process for responding to major tax or regulatory
change without panic Why capital gains tax could rise from 20% to
45% — and what to do now if you're planning an exit How to use
trusts and binding agreements to crystallise lower tax rates before
they disappear Why the "how much is enough" question changes
everything when selling your business The impact of employment law
changes on zero-hour contracts, hiring, and firing Why housing,
construction, and retail could see major shifts under Labour policy
How AI and offshore teams are reshaping the cost and risk of
employment Why you won't be replaced by AI — but you will be
replaced by someone using it better than you The "beach number"
framework: the 15 key stats every CEO should track to know if
they've had a good week Why 32,000 business owners in their 60s are
heading for exit — and what that means for buyers and sellers Why
the secret to selling isn't the price — it's understanding your
motivation and timeline About the Guests Jeff Lerma is one of the
UK's leading entrepreneurial accountants and tax strategists,
advising around 900 established, growth-focused businesses. Known
for his proactive, creative approach to tax planning, Jeff
specializes in helping entrepreneurs navigate complex legislative
change, maximize tax efficiency, and prepare for exit. He is the
only lifetime achievement award holder in Paul Avins' F12
Mastermind. Guy Bartlett is the founder of the Business Buyers Club
and a seasoned entrepreneur with a background in military
operations and business leadership. Guy has helped entrepreneurs
acquire and scale businesses worth tens of millions of pounds using
strategic acquisition frameworks. He specializes in helping
founders grow faster through buy-and-build strategies,
understanding deal structures, and aligning acquisitions with
long-term vision. Next Steps Apply it now Identify one area of your
business that could be impacted by political or regulatory change —
and build a plan to adapt or capitalize on it. Connect with the
Guests Jeff Lerma on LinkedIn | https://jla.accountants Guy
Bartlett on LinkedIn | https://www.thebusinessbuyersclub.co.uk
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helping founders step out of the day-to-day and scale with
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Avins Paul Avins is a scale-up business coach and founder of the
Grown-Up Business framework. He works with founders and CEOs to
help them move from operator to scale-up leader — building
businesses that grow sustainably, scale beyond the founder, and
create real enterprise value. Paul's work focuses on disciplined
leadership, high-performing teams, and systems that replace chaos
with clarity. Level Up. Team Up. Scale Up. Fire Up.
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