We are committing a significant amount of money and executive time to this process. How do we calculate the hard return on investment of our engagement with you over the first twelve months?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

Investing in an outside facilitator is a significant commitment, and you should expect a clear return on that investment. We measure the financial and operational return of our engagement through concrete business outcomes rather than subjective feelings of alignment.

First, we look at your weekly Scorecard. Within the first two quarters, you should see a measurable increase in operational efficiency, a reduction in costly errors, and improved cash flow predictability. By clarifying roles on the Accountability Chart, you eliminate redundant labor and ensure that every salary you pay is aligned with a high leverage seat.

Second, we track the execution of your quarterly Rocks. When your team shifts from firefighting to proactive execution, your strategic projects actually get completed on time, driving revenue growth and cost savings. Finally, if your goal is an eventual exit, the work we do to remove you from daily operations directly increases your company's valuation multiple. A business that runs smoothly without its founder is worth significantly more to a buyer, representing the ultimate financial return on your investment.