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
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
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
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
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
Not all revenue is created equal. Some types of sales growth drive more enterprise value than others. Smart business owners and executives recognize the ways that sales growth affects enterprise value... ...more
Strategy ,Valuation &founder-independence
July 29, 2024•5 min read
In this article, we will explore different reasons someone might buy a company. These reasons span a spectrum of value, from low valuation to high valuation. Smart owners understand this and begin wor... ...more
Innovation ,Valuation
July 22, 2024•4 min read
In the dynamic world of business, the only constant is change. Preparing your business for sale, even if it’s not on your immediate horizon, can yield substantial benefits. Here’s why every business o... ...more
Strategy ,Valuation &founder-independence
July 15, 2024•4 min read
When selling your business, initial industry categorization by acquirers significantly impacts its value. Clear positioning, highlighting positive industry trends, focusing on favorable industry aspec... ...more
Strategy ,Exit Planning &Valuation
July 11, 2024•2 min read
Learn how to increase your company's enterprise value and improve your VTO with actionable steps. Discover the importance of tracking enterprise value, developing a Value Creation Plan, and engaging e... ...more
Exit Planning ,Valuation
June 24, 2024•5 min read
If you had the choice between flat, linear growth and exponential growth for the valuation of your business, which would you choose? What if the path to exponential value growth ended up creating a bu... ...more
Strategy ,Innovation Valuation &founder-independence
June 10, 2024•4 min read
As we head into June with third quarter planning right around the corner, I want to propose a scorecard metric for leadership teams: hashtag#value. In this article, I answer three questions: 1. Why i... ...more
Strategy ,Innovation Valuation &founder-independence
May 28, 2024•3 min read
Learn how to command a premium multiple on your business
Find out why buyers discount their offers
See how innovation can help you create a premium valuation
Estimate your company's innovation index