When it comes to exiting their business, many owners get confused and frustrated because no planning has taken place and they’re ready to exit now. If they’ve been the through the Great Recession and then Covid, they’re especially ready because they’re tired. I have several clients that are Baby Boomers and are beginning to receive…
A successful business exit can be a complex and daunting process. There are many factors to consider, such as the value of the business, the best way to sell it, and how to ensure a smooth transition. That’s why it’s essential for business owners to consider following these three major steps. One of the best…
Host Bill McDermott welcomed two accomplished entrepreneurs to this edition of ProfitSense with Bill McDermott: Barry Adams, Peachtree Awnings, and Marika Ponton, Office Angels. Barry shared how his inspiration for starting his business was to “make people smile” and how that mission guides both their work and care for their associates. He also talked about associate…
Every business owner has a big dream for their business and wants to make it happen. When it comes to hiring the right people, getting them in the right seats, and providing a culture of growth and inclusion, we often don’t know where to start or what to do. It shouldn’t be so hard to…
Successfully transitioning ownership and management of their business to the next generation is something that’s on every business owner’s mind. And their goal is to achieve financial freedom in the process. However, many business owners don’t know where to start or what to do. A recent study revealed that only about 50% of business owners…
Every business owner has a big dream for selling their business and wants to make it happen. However, many don’t know where to start or what to do. Selling a business, in some ways, is like selling a house. You don’t decide one day to put a “for sale by owner” sign in the yard…
When someone mentions they are a salesperson, mental images often come to mind of the used car salesperson that asks, “What do I need to do to get you in this car today?” People hate to be sold. But, when people are ready to buy they appreciate the help. There’s a subtle mindset shift (sell…
On this edition of ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Jonathan Strack and Eric Cooley from Strack, Inc., and Chris Smith, CB Smith & Associates, joined us for a discussion on building their respective businesses and adapting to the digital age. Jonathan and Eric talked about cultivating a company culture, getting outside their comfort zone to recruit talent and…
Every business owner understands that cash/liquidity is critical to running our business. But, knowing how much cash is needed leaves many business owners confused, frustrated, and sometimes losing sleep. It takes a guide to help us know how much cash is needed. Often, we hire an accountant or controller to keep track of cash. Some…
“Gazintas”? What is that? “Gazinta” is what I call a “goes into” and your balance sheet is full of them. Your balance sheet is dynamic, not static, and a “gazinta” indicates a change in your balance sheet and the reason. Cash going down “goes into” receivables going up or purchasing equipment for cash or funding…
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