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A Strong Business but Only a Modest Multiple
If you don't control your supply chain, buyers will see risk where you see success. Want to know how to build a business buyers will pay a premium for? ...more
leadership ,clarity &opportunity
July 14, 2025•2 min read
Sell the Potential…or Keep It for Yourself?
Before you exit, consider: are you thinking like a seller, or like an investor? If there's still growth on the table, you have a choice: capture the upside yourself, or sell now and let someone else ... ...more
leadership ,clarity &opportunity
July 07, 2025•2 min read
4 Reasons Why It’s Better to Own a Big Chunk of a Small Company
Thinking about raising money to grow your business? Before you trade equity for capital, consider what you might be giving up. Operational freedom, long-term control, and future payouts could all be ... ...more
leadership ,clarity &opportunity
June 23, 2025•3 min read
How to Protect Your Equity When Your Business Is Thirsty for Cash
Want to grow your business without giving up equity or taking on debt? There’s a third option most owners overlook, one that puts cash in your hands while keeping control in yours. ...more
leadership ,clarity &opportunity
June 16, 2025•3 min read
6 Little Things That Make a Big Difference to the Value of Your Company
Just like in the Olympics, tiny missteps can cost you the win, especially when selling your business. From cleaning up your books to protecting your gross margin, the small stuff adds up fast. Make ... ...more
leadership ,clarity &opportunity
June 09, 2025•2 min read
Why Do It the Hard Way?
Thinking of selling your business? Strategic buyers may pay more, but they’re rare. Financial buyers are more common, and they look for reliable, low-risk cash machines. Is your business ready for b... ...more
leadership ,clarity &opportunity
June 02, 2025•3 min read
What Your Birth Certificate Says About Your Exit Plan
Your age influences when and how you’ll exit your business. If you're younger, you may plan to sell in the next 5-10 years. For those over 50, the emotional attachment to employees can make selling h... ...more
clarity ,development &opportunity
May 26, 2025•2 min read
The Downside of Just Milking It
Holding onto your business might seem tempting, but the risks from retaining full responsibility to lower cash flow could hurt you. ...more
clarity ,development &opportunity
May 19, 2025•3 min read
One Way To Decide When To Sell
When’s the right time to sell your business? It’s when someone else is willing to invest more in it than you are. ...more
clarity ,development &opportunity
May 12, 2025•3 min read
Protecting Against the End Run
Relying on one supplier? It can hurt your value and leverage when selling. Diversify to protect your business. ...more
clarity ,development &opportunity
May 05, 2025•3 min read
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