EP 110: Strategies for Successful Business Transitions with Laurie Barkman

Exit Strategies Radio Show

Are you prepared to unlock the door to financial freedom and real estate success? Picture this: a life where you're in control of your finances, ready to empower your community through financial literacy. It's not a dream – it's a journey we're embarking on today.

Joining us in this episode is the exceptional Laurie Barkman, the business transition sherpa. She’s the CEO of Small Dot Big, and the best-selling author of The Business Transition Handbook. Recently featured in Forbes, Laurie is the expert you need to guide you towards making sound financial decisions and securing your future.

Laurie shares her extensive knowledge on preparing your business for a successful exit. She emphasizes the significance of early planning, and she's here to guide you through the common pitfalls to avoid, tying it all back to the core principles of financial literacy.

From the importance of maintaining clean financials to understanding the value of recurring revenue, Laurie offers valuable insights into making informed decisions for your business. You'll learn how to achieve the freedom and success you desire as a business owner while still leaving a lasting impact on your community.

Laurie's book, The Business Transition Handbook, serves as a comprehensive guide for business owners looking to transition or sell their businesses. The book offers exercises and a digital toolkit that can aid you in your transition journey.

Key Takeaways:

• 03:22 The mindset you need for a successful business transition.

• 10:15 The pitfalls to avoid in the exit strategy process.

• 18:45 The importance of clean financials.

• 27:10 How recurring revenue can transform your business.

• 35:50 Strategies to secure your legacy and make an impact.

Connect with Laurie

• @:Website: https://smalldotbig.com/

• Podcast: https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com/succession-stories-podcast/

• The Business Transition Handbook: https://a.co/d/6HEY3Ap

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriebarkman/

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