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Debt vs. Equity: Funding Growth with the End in Mind
Many entrepreneurs focus so heavily on running the day-to-day that they neglect to plan for the end of their business journey. The...


In the Arena: Leading Through Crisis with Purpose
“It is not the critic who counts… The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena…” —Teddy Roosevelt, April 23, 1910 In...


Deal Fatigue: It’s Not Just for Sellers
In the world of mergers and acquisitions, every deal is different—shaped by its own dynamics, personalities, and pressures. But there’s...


The Art of Establishing a Transaction Price Target
We often emphasize the importance of a formal business valuation in the M&A process. While such valuations are incredibly useful, they...


Business Valuation vs. Market Assessment: What’s the Difference?
A business valuation is a formal process used to estimate the economic value of an owner's interest in a company. These valuations are...


Surviving Generational Transition in Family-Owned Businesses
Family-owned businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy—but most won’t survive past the second generation. The good news? There’s a...


Get Ahead of Diligence: Clean Up Before You Sell
When it comes to selling your business, the diligence process reveals everything. Challenging relationships, hidden liabilities, or improperly categorized expenses can quickly derail a deal.


Four Questions That Can Maximize Your Daily Productivity
This article originally appeared on Entrepreneur from Paul Evans. Productivity appears illusive. Our calendars are filled. Our tasks...
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