In family-owned businesses, decision-making can often happen quickly and informally. The owner might make a call on a significant investment in the time it takes to walk from the front office to the production floor. A key promotion may be decided on over lunch. Important issues are discussed not only in conference rooms but at […]
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View AllUnderstanding Life After Selling Your Business
For many business owners, the decision to sell is not just about numbers on a page – it’s about identity. One of the most common reflections we hear, often years before a transaction is ever seriously pursued, is: “What happens to me once the deal closes?” It’s a deeply personal question, and an entirely valid […]
How to Tell Your Employees You’ve Sold the Business
For many business owners, deciding to sell their company is a complex, personal choice. But one moment tends to stand out as the most emotionally charged: telling their employees. These are the people who helped build your business. The team that trusted your leadership, rallied through challenges, and showed up day after day to push […]