117: Who Wants to Run a Company That Can Thrive Without You? Laurie Barkman Solocast

Published: May 1, 2023, 4:04 p.m.

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Solocast with Laurie Barkman, show host and business transition sherpa. In this solocast, Laurie talks about her new book, "The Business Transition Handbook," and discusses a critical owner succession pitfall to avoid \\u2013 your company needs you too much. A business that relies too heavily on the skills or relationships of the owner is a less transferable and valuable business. Laurie dives into seven ways you can reduce or eliminate value-crushing dependencies by minimizing value derailers and preparing for future ownership succession. Regardless of when you intend to exit, you will benefit by following these time-tested best practices to create a more profitable and enjoyable business to run today.\\xa0

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About Succession Stories Podcast

Succession Stories is an award-winning podcast guiding entrepreneurs from transition to transaction. Hosted by Laurie Barkman, author of "The Business Transition Handbook: How to Avoid Transition Pitfalls and Create Valuable Exit Options."\\xa0

Get your copy at: www.theBusinessTransitionHandbook.com

Start your business transition plan by visiting: https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com\\xa0

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