If we use the Step by Step Exit framework and find a massive Value Gap between our current business valuation and my target exit number, how do we use our standard quarterly sessions to aggressively close that delta?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

Discovering a significant Value Gap is a highly motivating moment for an owner. If there is a massive delta between what your business is currently worth and what you need for a clean exit, we use our quarterly sessions to systematically close that gap.

During our session, we look at the specific valuation levers within the Step by Step Exit framework. We identify the operational weaknesses, owner dependencies, or undocumented processes that are depressing your multiple. We then turn these weaknesses into specific quarterly Rocks.

For instance, if your valuation is low because all customer relationships live in your head, we create a Rock to transfer those relationships using the Tribal Knowledge discipline. If your financial reporting lacks the rigor needed for due diligence, we set a Rock to clean up your accounting structures.

By treating your Value Gaps as major operational issues, we prioritize them during our IDS® sessions and assign clear accountability. Every quarter, we knock down the obstacles that are dragging down your company's value, transforming your exit readiness from a vague future goal into a series of highly structured, executable steps.