Original PromptYou are an expert business broker, M&A advisor, and instructional designer. Your task is to create a concise, one-page printable worksheet for business owners to help them outline their 'Exit Strategy'—a clear roadmap for how and when they will transition out of their business while hitting their financial targets.
The worksheet must be highly actionable, visually clean, and strictly fit onto a single printed page. Use Markdown formatting with clear headings, bold text for emphasis, and plenty
The 'Business Exit Strategy Roadmap' is a comprehensive guide designed to help business owners develop a clear plan for transitioning ownership of their company. This roadmap emphasizes the importance of having an exit strategy that not only maximizes the value of the business but also ensures financial security for the owner after the transition. The document outlines essential components including setting a target exit date, defining financial goals for the sale, and envisioning life post-exit. Additionally, it delves into evaluating the business's current value against desired financial targets while exploring various exit paths such as third-party sales, internal transitions, family succession, and franchise sales. It also highlights the significance of identifying value drivers and includes an actionable 90-day plan to bolster business value through targeted improvements.