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Employees have adopted a consumer mindset about who they work for, and the value a company provides to their personal and professional life.  They are focused holistically on the ability to share in cultural matters as part of a broad community effort. Small business leaders must adapt to employee mindfulness about their career experience. With…

Program produced by XPX Charlotte. This is the 5th of 5 programs focusing on strategies to improve the value of business enterprises prior to a planned exit, and the 10th in our case study series. Business value is predicated largely on expectations for future cash flow, and strategic acquisitions may be an important tool to…

When do I start my exit planning and how much is my company worth? We have gotten these questions for decades, especially from Baby Boomers. Sometimes it comes across casually: “So what do you think, should I start my exit plan 2 years ahead, maybe 3 years ahead?” They often ask knowing the answer. They are trying…

When a valuable employee tells you that they’ve received a job offer from another company, making a counteroffer may seem like a no-brainer.  But before you do, consider these potential downsides. If you are throwing money at jobs, think twice. Owners that have not paid attention to employee compensation on an annual basis will now…

By Tom Aiken While more companies transact and store their business off premises, SaaS companies have seen a run up in their valuations. Since 2015, the SaaS market continues to grow—18% annually—while 99% of organizations are using at least one cloud solution to drive demand. From an investor perspective, SaaS companies provide a dependable revenue…

Many business owners wonder, “What will I do after I sell my business?” While most envision travel, or golf, etc., many fail to understand that they will likely have to stay on board for months or even a couple years to transition the business to the new owners. This period can be hard for many…

What is a Unique Contributor?  Employers that are committed to engaging the reliable strengths of their teams cultivate what we call a Unique Contributor business model. These employers have a direct line of sight to their best competitive advantage, their secret weapon to ongoing growth, their talent base. What about you? Knowledge of your true…

As a business owner, you’ve spent years building and ensuring your company’s success.  For most, it came at the cost of sacrificing time away from family, experiencing financial burdens to cover operations, and enduring the emotional toll it takes is dedication. Given what it took, it must hurt when you find out you have a…

Wrapping up our series on your most googled financial questions, we saved a big one for last: taxes. A word that strikes fear in the hearts and minds of many business owners. But, it doesn’t have to. Every business owner has a big dream for their business and wants to make it happen. However, many business…

Program produced by XPX Atlanta. Mechanics of a deal directly influence whether a seller’s financial goals can be achieved. Learn from experienced advisors how to optimize each step of the business sale process to ensure a successful transaction and maximize total proceeds from the deal. Moderator: Barry SelvidgePartnerNewport LLC With over 30 years of experience…

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Unleashing the Power of Collaboration Today, we’re diving deep into a powerful quote by Jim Stovall that packs a serious punch: “You need to be aware of what others are doing, applaud their efforts, acknowledge their successes, and encourage them in their pursuits. When we all help one another, everybody wins.” Are you ready for…

Do You Need a Virtual CFO? Every company must find an efficient way of handling accounting and bookkeeping functions. For many businesses, an outsourced accounting solution makes good business sense and provides much needed support with financial management. Some businesses and high net worth individuals will want to take their financial operations to another level…

On January 9, 2024, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) announced a six-factor test for determining whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). This new rule takes effect on March 11, 2024. Classifying workers as independent contractors or employees is extremely important—independent contractors do not receive…

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