THE VALUE CREATION BLOG

Business Owners: What’s Your X?

In his article "Business Owners: What’s Your X?", Darrell Amy emphasizes the importance for business owners to clearly define their ultimate objectives—be it expansion, exiting the business, or trans... ...more

Strategy ,Valuation

March 31, 2025•3 min read

What Building Materials Are You Using for Your Business?

When constructing a business, much like building a house, the materials you choose determine its strength, longevity, and ultimate value. Are you building with materials that will withstand the test o... ...more

Strategy ,Valuation

February 03, 2025•6 min read

The Critical Role of Midmarket Businesses in Driving Economic Growth

Today, we inaugurate a president with a business background who recognizes a fundamental truth: value creation is the engine of the economy. ...more

Strategy ,Valuation

January 21, 2025•5 min read

The Most Important Goal Every Business Owner Needs To Set

This is the time of year when we set goals for ourselves and our businesses. Business goals often include targets for revenue and profit growth. You may set goals around improving your culture or enha... ...more

Strategy ,Valuation

December 30, 2024•4 min read

What Will You Grow In 2025?

Healthy businesses grow. However, there are three distinct options for growth. As we step into a new season, with deregulation on the horizon and over $1.9 trillion in private capital waiting to be in... ...more

Strategy ,Valuation

November 26, 2024•4 min read

Three Critical Numbers Every Business Owner Needs to Know

Discover the three critical numbers every business owner needs to drive success. Learn how to unlock your business's full potential in this insightful article. ...more

Strategy ,Valuation &Process Optimization

November 18, 2024•4 min read

Strategy Is the Breakfast of Champion Cultures

Explore powerful insights on building champion cultures with Darrell Amy. In this article, Darrell breaks down strategies to strengthen teams, boost productivity, and drive growth. Dive in and discove... ...more

Strategy ,Innovation Valuation &Culture Development

November 11, 2024•3 min read

How To Align Business Objectives with Enterprise Value

As companies approach the fourth quarter and begin updating their one- and three-year objectives, it’s crucial to ask: how do these goals contribute to increasing the company’s valuation? If the ultim... ...more

Innovation ,Valuation

October 21, 2024•4 min read

Why 81% of Business Owners Don't Invest More Time Preparing For the Sale of Their Business

Recent research from UBS revealed that a whopping 81% of business owners who sold their business regretted not spending more time preparing for the sale. 73% of respondents said they spent less than t... ...more

Exit Planning ,Valuation &founder-independence

October 01, 2024•6 min read

Why Business Owners Struggle To Set a Specific 10-Year Target

Setting long-term goals is essential for business growth, yet many owners struggle to define a clear 10-year vision. In this insightful article by Darrell Amy, he explores the common barriers that hol... ...more

Sales ,Innovation &Valuation

September 24, 2024•7 min read

Three Q4 Rocks To Accelerate Your Business Into 2025

As Q4 approaches, it’s time to start thinking ahead to the new year and setting goals that will accelerate your business into 2025. The fourth quarter is the perfect time to lay the groundwork for suc... ...more

Sales ,Innovation &Valuation

September 10, 2024•3 min read

Shift From One Visionary to an Entrepreneurial Culture

This article explores the transition from a founder-driven company to an innovation-driven culture. Learn how to empower employees, establish Value Creation Councils, and celebrate wins to reduce foun... ...more

Innovation ,Valuation founder-independence &Culture Development

August 26, 2024•3 min read