Category Archives: Exit Strategies

Non-Qualified Plans in Exit Planning

When I talk to business owners about “non-qualified plans,” their first reaction is often “Hold on there. I don’t want to get in trouble!” The term “Non-qualified” merely refers to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, more commonly … Continue reading

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Are Remote Employees Value Killers?

Remote employees can have a dramatic impact on the value of your business. If your exit strategy is to sell to a third party, take some time to think about the areas where offsite workers could have an impact. Curb … Continue reading

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Internal Leaders Affect the Value of Your Business

Internal leaders may not be obvious and can influence your team either positively or negatively. If you fail to identify them, however, you could see a dramatic effect on the value of your company. Continue reading

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The Coaching Skill in Exit Planning

Technical advice is a requirement in exit planning, but coaching skills are too often overlooked. Continue reading

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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

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