Transition Insights From The Murdoch Leadership Succession | Forbes

by Laurie Barkman | Sep 26, 2023 | Exit Succession Plan, All Blog Articles, Creating Your Legacy, Podcast Appearances, Sell or Transition Your Business

The announcement of Rupert Murdoch’s decision to step back from his corporate leadership roles in his media empire sent ripples through the business world. His son, Lachlan Murdoch, is poised to take the reins in November 2023, marking a significant generational...

How to Write a Problem Statement: A Key to Effective Problem Solving | Newsweek

by Laurie Barkman | Sep 22, 2023 | All Blog Articles, Blog News, Improving Company Value, Strategic Planning

“A common challenge for organizations of any size is to become better at asking the right questions to focus on the right problems” A common challenge for organizations of any size is to become better at asking the right questions to focus on the right...

6 Critical Steps to Plan Your Business Transition

by Laurie Barkman | Sep 19, 2023 | All Blog Articles, Creating Your Legacy, Exit Succession Plan, Exit Value, Sell or Transition Your Business, Strategic Planning

The path to building your business is like navigating a labyrinth, where every turn presents a new set of challenges and opportunities. Big decisions can loom large when you’re not sure which way to go. When business transition and succession are concerned, it...

How to Avoid Exits Regrets with Laurie Barkman, Stony Hill Advisors [Video]

by Laurie Barkman | Sep 18, 2023 | Exit Succession Plan, Creating Your Legacy, Events, Exit Value, Sell or Transition Your Business, Strategic Planning

Ever wondered why some business owners experience feelings of regret after selling their businesses? In this webinar titled “How to Avoid Exit Regrets,” we delve into this often-overlooked aspect of business ownership. While our previous webinars have...

Automate Business Processes to Create Value

by Laurie Barkman | Sep 11, 2023 | All Blog Articles, Innovative Growth, Strategic Planning

In today’s fast-paced business world, small businesses are looking for ways to save time and resources while increasing productivity. One way to achieve this goal is by implementing artificial intelligence (AI) to automate business processes. Here are some...

Consider this: 100 percent of owners will leave their business one day—but few are prepared. Are you?

by Laurie Barkman | Sep 9, 2023 | All Blog Articles, Exit Value, Sell or Transition Your Business, Strategic Planning

“To begin with the end in mind means to start with a clear understanding of your destination. It means to know where you’re going so that you better understand where you are now and so that the steps you take are always in the right direction.” —Stephen R. Covey One...