Without proper guidance and careful planning, it can be difficult to know where to start when considering how best to transition ownership and ensure profitable continuity for yourself and future owners. Furthermore, understanding the pitfalls of succession planning...
As with any strategic planning it’s as important to know what pitfalls to avoid as much as it is what actions to take or put in place. And there are not a few pitfalls to avoid when planning your exit which is most often the most significant and impactful event and...
The earlier you plan for life after exiting your business, the more successful your transition will be. Determine your post-exit goals and work towards a number that helps you achieve your preferred lifestyle. Anna Felix, Smart Money Strategist with StrongHold Wealth...
When selling your business, it’s the net number that counts. Succession Stories host Laurie Barkman focuses on tax strategies to consider when selling a business and speaks with two colleagues from Wessel & Company, a regional tax and accounting firm in...
Solocast with Laurie Barkman, show host and business transition sherpa. Laurie discusses a critical owner succession pitfall to avoid. You don’t know what you will do after you leave the business. Personal readiness is an important aspect of business transition...
In this episode, MassMutual’s Brian Trzcinski welcomes Laurie Barkman, aka “The Business Transition Sherpa” to discuss some key topics from her book The Business Transition Handbook. Hear Brian and Laurie discuss why business owners view...