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Dive into our latest blog posts where we explore key strategies and real-life case studies designed to help you increase the valuation your business.

The 3 Gaps Every Business Owner Must Close to Secure Their Financial Future

The 3 Gaps Every Business Owner Must Close to Secure Their Financial Future

For most business owners, 80% of their personal wealth is tied up in their business. This is a staggering figure, yet many entrepreneurs don’t take the necessary steps to understand or optimize the va... ...more

Valuation

December 16, 20246 min read

Three Reasons Every Business Owner Needs to Know Their Company’s Value-Now!

Three Reasons Every Business Owner Needs to Know Their Company’s Value-Now!

Most business owners don’t consider the importance of knowing their company's value until they’re preparing to sell. Unfortunately, this mindset often leads to missed opportunities for growth and long... ...more

Valuation

December 09, 20244 min read

Optimizing Business Processes to Maximize Enterprise Value

Optimizing Business Processes to Maximize Enterprise Value

In today's fast-paced business world, optimizing processes isn't just a strategy—it's a necessity. In this insightful article, [Author's Name] dives deep into actionable ways to enhance business effic... ...more

Valuation ,Process Optimization

December 03, 20244 min read

What Will You Grow In 2025?

What Will You Grow In 2025?

Healthy businesses grow. However, there are three distinct options for growth. As we step into a new season, with deregulation on the horizon and over $1.9 trillion in private capital waiting to be in... ...more

Strategy ,Valuation

November 26, 20244 min read

Three Critical Numbers Every Business Owner Needs to Know

Three Critical Numbers Every Business Owner Needs to Know

Discover the three critical numbers every business owner needs to drive success. Learn how to unlock your business's full potential in this insightful article. ...more

Strategy ,Valuation &Process Optimization

November 18, 20244 min read

Strategy Is the Breakfast of Champion Cultures

Strategy Is the Breakfast of Champion Cultures

Explore powerful insights on building champion cultures with Darrell Amy. In this article, Darrell breaks down strategies to strengthen teams, boost productivity, and drive growth. Dive in and discove... ...more

Strategy ,Innovation Valuation &Culture Development

November 11, 20243 min read

How Process Optimization Drives Higher Valuation

How Process Optimization Drives Higher Valuation

Explore how process optimization can significantly boost your company's valuation. In this insightful article, Darrell Amy, AVG, CEPA, delves into the strategies that streamline operations, improve ef... ...more

Valuation ,Process Optimization

November 05, 20245 min read

Five Ways an Entrepreneurial Culture Increases Company Value

Five Ways an Entrepreneurial Culture Increases Company Value

Midmarket business owners aiming to increase their companies’ enterprise value would be wise to consider their corporate culture—especially an entrepreneurial culture that champions innovation, agilit... ...more

Valuation ,Culture Development

October 29, 20245 min read

How To Align Business Objectives with Enterprise Value

How To Align Business Objectives with Enterprise Value

As companies approach the fourth quarter and begin updating their one- and three-year objectives, it’s crucial to ask: how do these goals contribute to increasing the company’s valuation? If the ultim... ...more

Innovation ,Valuation

October 21, 20244 min read

Why 81% of Business Owners Don't Invest More Time Preparing For the Sale of Their Business

Why 81% of Business Owners Don't Invest More Time Preparing For the Sale of Their Business

Recent research from UBS revealed that a whopping 81% of business owners who sold their business regretted not spending more time preparing for the sale. 73% of respondents said they spent less than t... ...more

Exit Planning ,Valuation &founder-independence

October 01, 20246 min read

Why Business Owners Struggle To Set a Specific 10-Year Target

Why Business Owners Struggle To Set a Specific 10-Year Target

Setting long-term goals is essential for business growth, yet many owners struggle to define a clear 10-year vision. In this insightful article by Darrell Amy, he explores the common barriers that hol... ...more

Sales ,Innovation &Valuation

September 24, 20247 min read

Three Q4 Rocks To Accelerate Your Business Into 2025

Three Q4 Rocks To Accelerate Your Business Into 2025

As Q4 approaches, it’s time to start thinking ahead to the new year and setting goals that will accelerate your business into 2025. The fourth quarter is the perfect time to lay the groundwork for suc... ...more

Sales ,Innovation &Valuation

September 10, 20243 min read

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