THE VALUE CREATION BLOG

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 Process Optimization Drives Higher Valuation

Explore how process optimization can significantly boost your company's valuation. In this insightful article, Darrell Amy, AVG, CEPA, delves into the strategies that streamline operations, improve ef... ...more

Valuation ,Process Optimization

November 05, 2024•5 min read

Five Ways an Entrepreneurial Culture Increases Company Value

Midmarket business owners aiming to increase their companies’ enterprise value would be wise to consider their corporate culture—especially an entrepreneurial culture that champions innovation, agilit... ...more

Valuation ,Culture Development

October 29, 2024•5 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

August 26, 2024•3 min read

Unlocking Enterprise Value: Why Founders Must Shift from Operator to Owner

When a business begins, the founder often assumes the operator role, handling every aspect of the operation. As the company grows, it’s easy to remain involved in the day-to-day tasks. However, for a ... ...more

Strategy ,Valuation &founder-independence

August 21, 2024•4 min read

From Founder-Dependence To Structured Leadership

Founder dependence is the single greatest threat to a company's value. When potential buyers notice that essential operations are tied to the founder, they often lower their offers to mitigate risk, e... ...more

Innovation ,Exit Planning Valuation &founder-independence

August 13, 2024•5 min read

Transform Your Company: Ten Smart Moves To Maximize Enterprise Value

Enterprise valuation is fascinating because it can be actively created. Unlike the arduous task of growing revenue, cash flow, and profit, enterprise value can be achieved through smart, strategic wor... ...more

Innovation ,Valuation

August 05, 2024•6 min read

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