Achieve Your Goals by Measuring Your Efforts
I spent nine years running a US subsidiary of a Germany company. Their obsession (at least the group I worked for) with metrics gave me an appreciation for the power…
The Keys to a Successful Strategic Plan
If your company has no competition and you are comfortable with the status quo, this article isn’t for you. If not, please read on. “Planning is an unnatural process; it…
The M&A Market is Ready… Are You?
Selling your business to a 3rd party, for enough cash to retire in style, is the ultimate dream of many business owners. One of the keys to maximizing the sales…
Rick’s Strategic Planning Process
A strategic planning process, when done right, enables an organization to set priorities, focus energy and resources, and navigate a rapidly changing environment. That said, putting together a strategic plan…
Value Drivers: Building Reliable Systems to Sustain Growth
If your objective is to someday sell your company for the highest possible price, you would be well served by building reliable systems that can sustain the growth of the…
It’s Never Too Early to Plan Your Exit
Most entrepreneurs are so excited about starting and growing their businesses, they often forget the end game until it's too late. Proper exit planning can help maximize the value of…