When Is The Time Right?

When is the best time to plan your exit? Before you need one – and spoiler alert – that’s now!

Too many women wait until they’re exhausted - or facing a crisis - before they think about exit. But the best exits are planned when things are going well.

Why? Because you’re in control. You have options. You can optimize the value and create a graceful, intentional transition…

Today’s BlockbustHER BrainteasHER:

What are your three top priorities in a successful exit? A big payout? A smooth transition? Making sure your staff and clients are well cared for? Ensuring your legacy?

What will it take to achieve these goals?

Patty’s Perspective . . .

As with any plan, it can seem mundane and uninteresting. But it’s not the plan that’s important – it’s the planning.

The process to achieve what I call an Elegant Exit™ provides time to:

• strengthen financials
• organize documentation
• position the business for a premium sale
• deal with all the feelings you’ll likely experience during this time
• figure out what’s next for you – professionally and personally
  
  

The most important parts of your Elegant Exit Roadmap include:

• creating a 3-5 year exit timeline
• clarifying your personal and financial goals
• evaluating how dependent the business is on you
• documenting systems and processes
• talking with advisors who will guide you on this journey

Even if you don’t plan to sell for years, the process starts now, as you craft a path that supports your vision.

Now What?

Are you stuck in your Second Act?

Have you built a profitable and valuable business but instead of feeling like there's something missing, you’re feeling like there's something more?

If you’ve built an accounting firm, a law firm, a financial services firm, a psychology practice, or a specialty consulting firm that is generating $1 million to $10 million in annual revenue, you are in a prime market.

Larger firms and companies are growing by buying other firms. This has long been the case, but we’re seeing a higher rate than ever.

In a tragic twist, I see too many women who actually lose their company instead of exiting on their own terms. The exit process is filled with pitfalls and complex issues – especially for women.

I’ve built my business as an advocate, and I specialize in helping women founders transition to their Third Act – when you’re ready to do the work you’ve always longed to do.

As your advocate, by definition, I’m looking out for your best interests. I am not taking a brokerage fee, commission, or equity. I am not motivated by how quickly the exit moves or the final dollar amounts. I want what you want – and will help you get it.

Are you ready to exit your business on your terms?

That requires a new way of thinking, new skills, a simple and elegant design, and an advocate by your side. Contact me to learn more. 

How exit-ready are you? Find out at: http://she-exits.com/