Key Factors to Consider When Exiting
Planning an exit in the next 24–48 months? It’s a major decision needing careful preparation.
Here are suggestions if you want to optimise your exit:
KNOW WHAT YOU WANT. Be clear on reasons for exiting and what you want to achieve. More detail the better.
VALUATION. Getting an accurate number and rationale helps determine if you need to increase value.
BE GROWTH-OBSESSED. Strong growth trajectory gives buyers confidence in a return.
IDENTIFY IDEAL BUYER(S). Figure out your exit route sooner rather than later to ease planning.
STRUCTURE. Implement best practice everywhere — from management team to process details.
DUE DILIGENCE. Be proactive with DD. Multiple potential buyers will scrutinise accounts, tax, processes, contracts.
EXIT STRATEGY. Even if currently ‘exit agnostic’, you need a clear plan to get the results you deserve.
And a POST-EXIT LIFE PLAN. Make your next adventure even more compelling than running your business. Visually plan your post-exit now.
I regularly see some owners light years ahead in envisioning what comes next. Does that sound like you?
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