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In this episode of "Why We Plan," host John Brown speaks with Michael Wildeveld, a business advisor and Certified Exit Planner who specializes in selling companies. Throughout the episode, Michael emphasizes that selling a business is not the only option for owners looking to exit. Michael discusses other Exit Planning strategies, such as ESOPs, majority-minority recapitalizations, and private equity sales with significant rollover equity. He emphasizes that proper planning and techniques are essential to achieving a fulfilling post-sale experience for business owners. The discussion also touches on the importance of the owner's continued involvement and fulfillment after the sale, and the minimum size required for these Exit Planning strategies to be viable.