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Exit Strategy, Planning, and Readiness 20 min read

Evaluating Exit Planning Advice - When Conventional Wisdom Serves You and When It Doesn't

Learn to distinguish exit planning advice that serves your interests from guidance shaped by advisor incentives and industry conventions

Dec 24, 2025

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Exit Strategy, Planning, and Readiness 7 min read

The Biggest Lie in Exit Planning - I Don't Need a Strategy Because I'm Not Selling Anytime Soon

The belief that exit planning can wait until you're ready to sell may be among the most expensive mistakes in business ownership. Learn why preparation isn't about timing the sale - it's about building options.

Dec 1, 2025

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Exit Strategy, Planning, and Readiness 16 min read

Strategic Exit Timing - How Business Life Cycles Affect Your Valuation

Business life cycles affect valuation multiples significantly. Understanding your company's stage and how buyers perceive it provides essential context for strategic exit timing decisions.

Nov 30, 2025

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Exit Planning 40 min read

The 18-Month Exit Timeline: When to Start Preparing

Extended exit preparation can improve valuations, but costs often exceed benefits. Learn how to calculate your optimal timeline using risk-adjusted decision analysis.

Nov 19, 2025

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Risk Mitigation 11 min read

PE vs Strategic Buyers: Why Your Retention Strategy Must Flex for Both

Key person risk creates a 15-25% valuation discount, but PE and strategic buyers need different retention solutions. Learn how to preserve optionality for whichever buyer emerges.

Nov 20, 2025

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