What to Avoid When Scaling Your Business Towards An Exit

What to Avoid When Scaling Your Business Towards An Exit

Scaling towards a successful exit has risks.

Here are three common mistakes that can scupper sustainable scaling and reduce your valuation:

📌 SALES AT ALL COSTS. Nailing sales is critical but not at the expense of profit and cash flow.

📌 SCOPE CREEP. Stay focused on scaling the core, not chasing too many tangents that dilute energy.

📌 DISCOUNTS. Price cuts may temporarily boost sales but erode margins, reduce investment capacity, and lower valuation.

Building lasting value requires patience and avoiding distractions.

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