Business owners, advisors, and buyers frequently have widely different impressions of value when it comes to a business. The Pepperdine Private Capital Markets Survey
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Call Me When… I have owned companies in manufacturing, distribution and services, along with well over 10,000 hours of coaching business owners. I will understand your business and your objectives.
Dealing with COVID fatigue unites business owners. If that sounds strange to you, let me make my case. I’m not doing this to whine,
Purpose after the sale is one of the biggest challenges for an exiting owner. Purpose – “Having as one’s intention or objective.” Many exit
In our last article about life after the sale we discussed identity. Even when business owners are comfortable with who they are, however, there is
Work from anywhere has been a necessity, an epithet, an obstacle, and an opportunity over the last 3 years. To paraphrase Aristotle’s axiom about
Life after the sale is often both the most important and most neglected factor in exit planning. Although (according to two different surveys in
Lifestyle and Legacy are two very different types of owner transition objectives. When we ask a client “What do you expect as a result
Since 2013 I’ve updated this piece about the underappreciated and forgotten boss of A Christmas Carol, Mr. Fezziwig. I hope that you enjoy it. Merry
Owner obstacles to the implementation of an exit plan are often unconscious, but they can be dramatic. Their attachment to the business can be
Defining the role of a coach on your exit planning team doesn’t just happen. Like any other aspect of working with consultants, you need
Delegation and depth are critical when presenting your business as a buying opportunity. For many business owners, exit planning means getting the company ready
When preparing for the transfer of a business, there are many stakeholders who can impact your plan. Some have direct authority or decision-making capability
Is there an AI role in Exit Planning? The media is packed with stories about Artificial Intelligence. According to the stories, because a smart
The road less traveled is often a misimpression when considering a transition from business ownership. Surveys show that roughly 85% of owners expect their
Owners don’t like the “Exit” word. They tell us regularly to change it, or that talking about it is uncomfortable. It’s the elephant in
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