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Private Equity and Privately Held Businesses

Depending on who you are talking to, Private Equity is either the Great Satan or the savior of small and mid-market companies in the United States. The stories depend a lot on the personal experience of the speakers. Once a … Continue reading

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Addressing the Value Gap – Truth in Pricing

Truth in pricing is a common issue when discussing the sale of a business. The selling price of their company is a point of pride for any owner. When they are willing to share the price they were paid, they … Continue reading

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Addressing the Value Gap – Living Expenses

The Value Gap is one of the most used phrases in exit planning. Simply stated, it’s the difference between what a business owner would realize if he or she sold the company today, and what they need to embark on … Continue reading

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Owners are a Minority

When it comes to careers, business owners are a minority of the population. In conversations this week, I mentioned the statistics several times, and each owner I was discussing it with was surprised that they had so few peers. According … Continue reading

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  1. Terri Jean Powers says:

    John, you are so on target about small business owners. The burdens of running the business are more than just “swinging the hammer” as in the construction business. It’s maintaining the cashflows, the jobs, hiring qualified personnel, obtaining insurance, even maintaining of equipment. It’s hard to turn off the thoughts of the business, just because you went home.

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Purpose After the Sale

Purpose after the sale is one of the biggest challenges for an exiting owner. Purpose – “Having as one’s intention or objective.” Many exit planning advisors discuss the three legs of the exit planning stool – business readiness, financial readiness … Continue reading

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  1. Bill Dunnington says:

    It can be about playing a bigger game …..

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