I’ve seen this as an increasing trend in listings. The seller will not post a list price for the company for sale. Why wouldn’t they list how much they want? Here are a few responses I’ve received from qualified brokers.1. It dissuades buyers who aren’t serious from wasting the broker’s time. Business brokers seriously get bombarded by unqualified buyers. According to various resources only 10% of the people who say they are interested in buying a company will get to the point where they actually submit a written letter of intent. Even less will actually close on a business. Most business brokers are compensated based on contingency, meaning that if they don’t sell the business they don’t get paid. Several will charge an administration fee or a listing fee to gather all of the pertinent documentation and list the business for sale with various services. A buyer who puts in an offer without knowing the price will be more likely to have done their homework.2. Selling a business is like playing poker – The business broker is trying to get you to show all of your “cards.” When a buyer puts in an offer the broker will try to get you to represent how much is coming from cash and how much is coming from bank or lender financing. Business brokers love “mostly” cash buyers because it means they can get paid quickly. Rarely are businesses purchased with all cash. If the business broker knows they are waiting on an SBA loan or other financing they will ask for proof of your financing.3. The price of the business is subjective to the buyer. I firmly believe that every business is subjective to the buyer in their personal and financial situations. I also believe you cannot pay too much for a great business. The greatest question is the business you’re buying a great business or a poor business? Business brokers also cite that there is a range of prices that businesses move in. There is never a magical number that will get the deal done. Rarely do business buyers shoot out a super high price. It’s more frequent that the price is going to be low.4. The terms are more important than the price to the seller. One business broker told me that through his experience sellers of businesses are much more interested in the people that are buying their business as opposed to the price. Most business owners/ managers are more concerned that their people, reputation, and clients are well taken care of as opposed to the large chunk of cash they have to pay taxes on when they sell the business. These sellers are usually business owners/managers as opposed to true absentee owners. If the wrong buyer is trying to acquire the business, the price will never be enough. If the right buyer is buying the business, the price is always negotiable.

Sometimes we all need a little lift. Whether you’ve had a recent knock to your confidence, have been going through stress in your personal or professional life, or have always struggled with your self-esteem, music is an essential tool for lifting your spirits and making you feel better about yourself.

According to a study by Heriot-Watt University, the type of music you listen to not only influences your mood, but also your personality, with indie and rock/heavy metal fans reporting the lowest levels of self-esteem, while fans of jazz, blues, opera, classical, pop, rap and soul all reported high levels of self-confidence.

So if you’re having a ‘down day’, why not boost your spirits by listening to some powerful, uplifting tracks? Here are five perfect confidence boosters.

Britney Spears – Toxic
Britney’s own struggles with her mental health and conservatorship have made her an inspiration for many people across the world.

This classic song is timelessly sensual, and the heavy beats throughout make it impossible not to dance to. A welcome blast of nostalgia, this tune has filled dance floors across the globe with fans old and new.

The video features Britney as a female spy playing the sexy flight attendant, seducing her passenger before she makes her escape on a motorbike and breaks into a high-security facility guarded by a laser security system.

This track and video is a guaranteed way to feel invincible, and deserves a place on your playlist no matter your mood.

Kelis – Milkshake
A cheesy classic that is guaranteed to make you feel all warm and gooey inside, Kelis pumps up the heat in this 00’s RnB track. Underpinned by intricate drum beats and electric elements, Kelis’ self-confidence is infectious, and it’s hard not to find yourself smiling at the lyrics.

This track is a great way to get into a flirtatious mindset, making it a great choice before going on a date or heading out for the evening.

And if you’re staying in? It’s a great mood lift. But beware! You may find yourself craving a sweet treat.

Eve (ft. Gwen Stefani) – Let Me Blow Your Mind
This RnB classic will capture your attention with its assertive rhythm and powerful vocals from 00’s icons Eve and Gwen Stefani. Featuring a laid-back – yet self-assured – beat, and catchy guitar riff, this is a great track for driving, and its empowering feel is sure to help you feel motivated.

Got a job interview lined up, or thinking of asking for a raise? This anthemic number is a quick way to feel positive and more assertive.

The video features Eve and Gwen Stefani crashing an exclusive event on quad bikes, causing a stir among the privileged attendants, and shoving the performer off stage to perform their own music, before finally being arrested and taken to the station in a police van.

This ‘baddie’ track helps you to tap into the hidden ‘bold’ side of your personality, and lifts your mood while keeping you feeling calm and cool.

Fergie – MILF$
If you have kids, it can be difficult to feel sexy. When you’re running around cleaning the house, changing nappies, or up to your elbows in dishwater, you can easily forget your sensual side – leaving you feeling frumpy and lacking in confidence and motivation.

Thankfully, Fergie’s comeback track is a quick remedy to your low mood and lethargy.

Featuring attractive mothers dressed in curve-hugging latex and silky lingerie going about their daily life in a dreamy, colourful suburbia, this track is a quick way to transform your self-esteem and transport you to a world where you are not just a mother, but a goddess too.

Why not shake off the day and tap into your feminine energy with Fergie, your sexiest PJs, and a bottle of your favourite wine?

Marina And The Diamonds – How To Be A Heartbreaker
Low confidence after a breakup? You’re not alone. Having your heart broken can leave you feeling depressed, undesirable, and unmotivated. So flip the tables on your ex and become a heartbreaker with Marina’s catchy club classic.

This empowering dance track will make you want to move your body and get in touch with your bad girl side, with its heavy beat and pounding rhythms.

Plus, if your libido has suffered as a result of your low mood, take a sneaky peek at the video – it will get your blood pumping with its steamy shower shots and smoking hot male models.