How do you address the personal and emotional aspects of exit planning, such as our long-term legacy and post-sale goals, during our business execution sessions?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

Exit planning is not just about financial valuations, it is about your life after the business. In our work together, we use the Legacy discipline from the Step by Step Exit framework to ensure your personal goals are aligned with your business strategy. This process is fully integrated into our quarterly sessions.

During our sessions, we help you define what a successful exit looks like for you personally. We identify your financial objectives, your non-financial priorities, and the ideal traits of a buyer who will protect your legacy. By locking in these targets early, we ensure that every business decision we make moves you closer to your ideal transition.

Aligning your business goals with your personal legacy prevents owner seller-remorse, which is a major cause of failed deals. We document these legacy priorities alongside your V/TO® in our Circle workspace, ensuring they remain the guiding force behind your long-term business strategy.

By addressing both the emotional and operational aspects of your exit, we prepare you psychologically for the transition. You will leave our twenty-four-month engagement with a business that is ready for a clean exit, and a clear personal plan for your next chapter.