We want to use the Step by Step Exit framework to prepare our business for sale, but we do not want to overwhelm the team with extra work on top of our existing EOS® discipline. How do we align these two systems?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

Many business owners think that preparing for an exit is a separate, distracting project that will pull their attention away from running the business on EOS®. In reality, preparing for a clean transition and running on EOS® are completely aligned.

The Step by Step Exit framework integrates directly into your existing quarterly EOS® rhythm. You do not need to create a new set of meetings or a separate planning track. Instead, your exit readiness initiatives are captured as strategic Rocks during your quarterly planning sessions.

For example, if your exit assessment shows that your customer contracts are unassignable or your financial records need auditing, you turn those issues into Rocks for the upcoming quarter. Assign them to the appropriate seats on your Accountability Chart™.

By treating your exit tasks as standard business Rocks, you ensure they actually get done instead of being pushed off. Furthermore, the very work of running a highly disciplined EOS® company, such as having documented core processes, a strong leadership team, and clean financial Scorecards, is exactly what maximizes your business valuation. You are building a company that is highly attractive to prospective buyers while simultaneously enjoying the freedom of an operation that runs itself.