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As a business owner, you know what it’s like to lie awake at 2 a.m. Maybe it has happened when you are excited and full of new ideas for your business. More often, it’s because you are worried about issues you will face the next day. Sometimes, it’s because you just woke up with the solution to a problem. I’ve experienced all those emotions about my businesses over the years. Awake at 2 o’clock? is where I share them with you, and hopefully help with answers that will let you sleep.
John F. Dini, CExP, CEPA
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Small business owners are the Hunters of the 21st century. We are 3% of the US population, and yet we create over half of all American jobs. As Hunters, we may not be inclined to manage by the numbers or stick to systems. Are you a Hunter or a Farmer?
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How prepared are you to exit your company?
The Assessment breaks down the four major categories of exit readiness; Finance, Planning, Operations and Revenue/Profit.
Category Archives: Exit Planning
The Coaching Skill in Exit Planning
Technical advice is a requirement in exit planning, but coaching skills are too often overlooked. Continue reading →
The Dismal Ds and Exit Planning
The Dismal Ds are a cynical list of problems that can force your exit from the business, but they are no joke. Continue reading →
Exit Planning When Kids Don’t Cut It
When passing your business to children, other stakeholders include key employees and offspring who are not involved in the company. Continue reading →
Your Exit Plan: The 3 Inarguable Reasons to Start NOW
What is Your Exit Plan? If you’ve ever done a business plan for the purpose of raising capital, one of the key questions is “What is your exit plan?” Many business owners think that question is self-serving, intended merely to … Continue reading →
Protect Your Business with A Solid Continuity Plan
A Solid Continuity Plan A great characteristic of successful business owners is that they are optimistic people. They have a “can do” attitude, setting their goals high, taking risks, hiring the right people, constantly striving to improve the delivery of … Continue reading →