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Are You Making These Common “Sellability” Mistakes? Why 2026 Buyers Are Getting Way More Selective

The market doesn’t care about your feelings. In 2026, it barely even cares about your revenue. I’ve spent the last decade watching business owners walk into rooms thinking they have a "gold mine," only to realize they’re holding a shovel and a […]

Mike StewardApril 21, 2026
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How to Value Your Company Beyond the P&L: Why Operational Maturity is the New Gold Standard

Your Profit and Loss statement is a lie. Not a legal lie, I’m sure your CPA is doing their job. But it’s a conceptual lie. Most owners look at the bottom line and see a number that represents their hard work. They […]

Mike StewardApril 20, 2026
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Passing the Torch: Why Your Second-in-Command Is Either Your Greatest Asset or Your Biggest Sale Hurdle

You think you have a business. In reality, you might just have a very expensive, high-stress job that relies entirely on your heartbeat. Most owners spend years building their "baby." They hire staff, they win clients, and eventually, they appoint a "Number […]

Mike StewardApril 19, 2026

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  • The Tax Clock is Ticking: Why Exit Timing Determines What You Keep vs. What You Lose

  • The Succession Conversation Nobody Wants to Have: Why Family Businesses Fail the Transition

  • What’s Your Number? Why Business Owners Need to Know Their Valuation Before They Need It

  • The 3-Year Horizon: Why Starting Your Exit Plan Early Multiplies Your Options

  • Your Business is a Product: Why Packaging for Sale Should Start Now

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Every business will change hands. The only question is whether it happens by design or by default. Before the Clock Decides gives owners the clarity, tools, and timeline write the final chapter of their business on their terms.

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