Category Archives: Management

Is Google Making Us Stoopid?

Posted on June 2, 2019 by John F. Dini

As an Exit Planner, most of my engagements involve assessing a management team. They may be the intended buyers of the company, or else they are key factors in the saleability of the business. The biggest and most frequent complaint … Continue reading →

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The Unplanned Exit

Posted on March 24, 2019 by John F. Dini

One of the least-heralded benefits of exit planning is preparation for an unplanned exit. In the brokerage business, the reasons driving the listing of a company are known collectively as the Dismal D’s. Some of “Da D’s” are just typical … Continue reading →

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What’s Wrong with the Buyer Generations?

Posted on February 3, 2018 by John F. Dini

Many of the upcoming buyer generations can’t or won’t run Baby Boomer businesses. This is (or should be) of concern to sellers everywhere. “The children now love luxury; they have bad manners, contempt for authority; they show disrespect for elders and love … Continue reading →

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Employee Retention Before and After Your Exit

Posted on December 31, 2017 by John F. Dini

In most businesses, employee retention is a material factor in valuation and transferability. The ability of a buyer to assume control of a fully-functional organization has substantial influence on his or her perception of a company’s value. Any need to pay the … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Mr. Fezziwig

Posted on December 26, 2017 by John F. Dini

To celebrate the holiday, I’m reprinting a post from 2013 about the underappreciated boss of A Christmas Carol, Mr. Fezziwig. I hope that you enjoy it. Merry Christmas! Last week was the 170th anniversary of the publication of Charles Dickens’ … Continue reading →