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Business Operations & Logistics
Your Business Is Personal — Pretending It’s Not Could Sabotage Your Exit
By Scott Snider
Building a Business
Stop Selling and Start Solving — These are the Secrets to Closing More Deals
Building a Business
Most 91³ÉÈËs Fail Because They Ignore These 3 Business Stages
Drawing from personal experience and collected wisdom, I see three critical stages every small business goes through: the leap, the growth, and the scale
Building a Business
When Should You Get Your Business Ready to Sell? The Best Time to Start Is Now — Here’s Why.
Having a clear exit timeline ensures you're always prepared, whether you're targeting a specific sale date or need to adapt due to unforeseen circumstances.
Business Plan
Why Every 91³ÉÈË Needs an Exit Strategy — and How to Create One
Planning your business future from day one
By Saulo Ros
Business Accounting
Not All Buyers of Your Business Are Created Equal — Here’s What to Consider
It is very easy to assume that you should focus on finding a buyer who will pay the highest valuation for your company. However, there are many more things to consider before picking the right buyer for your business.
By George Deeb
Business Operations & Logistics
I Wish I Knew These Things Before Selling My Company
Selling my business was a financially rewarding yet emotionally challenging journey. It taught me that, beyond contracts and negotiations, the hardest part is letting go of the culture, identity, and community I built.
By Kelly Bayett
Building a Business
Build a Business That Will Sell: From Valuations to a Successful Exit
Join us for this free webinar and learn how to develop a business that buyers will find irresistible.
Business Accounting
What to Know About Selling Your Business
Selling your business can be both an exciting opportunity and a daunting process. This article will help you learn what you need to know before starting your sale process to ensure you get yourself on the right path to the desired outcome.
By George Deeb
Building a Business
Sell Your Company When You Least Expect It — How to Properly Scale and Sell Your Business
Many small business owners struggle with expanding without sacrificing quality. Whether you're running a service-based or product-based company, following a few essential steps is key to scaling your business effectively while maintaining consistency.
Building a Business
Is It Time to Let Go of Your Business? How to Adapt When Your Product Stagnates
Don't wait until your product reaches end of life — stay competitive by developing new offerings or adapting current ones.
By Cynthia Kay
Business Accounting
Everything You Need to Know About Exiting Your Business in a Turbulent Economy and Political Landscape
To successfully exit your business in an unpredictable economic and political climate, you need to understand these key factors.
By Roy Dekel
Business Plan
How to Tell Employees You’re Selling The Business
Thoughtful preparation, strategic communication and professional guidance are the keys to successfully supporting staff when exiting a business.
Business Operations & Logistics
Why Value Should Remain the Priority for Business Owners as They Increase Their Supply Budgets
Most owners and operators expect to increase their supply budgets this year, and their purchasing decisions and shopping preferences vary across generations.
By Ashley Hubka
Business Operations & Logistics
Never Reveal These 3 Things If You Want to Sell Your Business Successfully, Startup Attorney Warns
Mergers and acquisitions are complex and a majority of them fail. Here's what a successful M&A deal looks like; some of the reasons that deals fall apart; why founders should be careful when speaking to potential buyers; and why they should be careful about sharing information before the deal goes through.
Building a Business
The Way People Sell Online is Fundamentally Flawed — Here’s What to Do Instead
Live launching and traditional evergreen strategies are outdated marketing tactics. Here's how to build an evergreen funnel that actually converts.
Business Operations & Logistics
The Key to Preparing Your Business for an Eventual Investment or Sale
How an investment teaser can help diagnose (and fix) flaws in your business.
Building a Business
I Exited My Company in Just 7 Years — Here’s 3 Things You Need to Do to Have a Successful Exit
Discover the 3 crucial factors you need to know to ensure a successful exit.
By Aaron Marcum
Human Resources
Is Selling Your Business the Only Way Out of Burnout? Here Are Five Alternatives to Consider Instead.
When you're burning out as an entrepreneur or business owner, it can feel like selling your business to an outside buyer is your only escape — but I'm here to tell you there are other options. Here are a few to consider if you're unsure about handing over the reins.
Building a Business
This Startup Wants to Grow Your Side Hustle For You, While Cutting You a Monthly Check
OpenStore gives Shopify owners two interesting options: Sell and walk away with a generous payout, or take a vacation while they do the work.
Business Operations & Logistics
I Specialize in Exit Planning — You Need to Make These 5 Moves Before Selling Your Business
Selling a business in today's competitive market requires strategic foresight and proactive measures. Here are the most important steps to follow.
Building a Business
I Was a 25-Year-Old Nurse When I Started a Side Hustle to Combat Anxiety. It Made $1 Million in 7 Months — Then Sold for a Life-Changing Amount.
Sarah Michelle Boes knew there had to be a better way to prepare for her stress-inducing nurse practitioner's exam — so she created it.
By Amanda Breen
Business News
A Beloved 130-Year-Old Small Business in California Is Seeking a New Owner — and It Won’t Sell to the Highest Bidder: ‘Everybody’s Talking About It’
Vroman's Bookstore in Pasadena, a cherished cultural hub since 1894, is looking for someone to guide it into the future.
By Amanda Breen
Buying a Franchise
Want to Leave Your Franchise Business Behind? 4 Exit Strategies to Consider
There is no one-size-fits-all process for setting up an exit strategy, but after spending years in the franchise world, I would consider these four options when exiting your franchise business.
By David Busker
Business Operations & Logistics
Selling Your Small Business? Here Are 5 Advantages of Passing It Down to Family
Having a succession plan for your small business is just as important as your plan to kickstart it — so who do you want to see running it when you're gone? Here's why you should consider selling it to a family member, and how to navigate the generational handoff if you do.
Building a Business
From Growth to Profitable Exit — Actionable Strategies As You Sell Your Business
As you embrace the exciting shift toward a sale, remember that the most important thing is having a thoughtful transition strategy.
Building a Business
7 Lessons I Learned From Selling a 6-Figure Blogging Business
Here are a few critical lessons from my experience building and selling a successful blogging business.
Human Resources
Don’t Fall For These Tricks: 5 Things You Shouldn’t Do When Selling a Business
With careful planning and attention to detail, you can maximize the value of your business and ensure a smooth transition for all involved parties when you sell your company. Here's how.