Summary:

Are you looking to strengthen your business mission statement and see a significant impact on growth?

This week on Scale to Sell, Adam Burton chats with Jonathan Sheeley, Executive Consultant at Sheeley Executive Consulting, to explore how the principles of creating a powerful mission statement, often used in nonprofits, can be effectively transferred to for-profit companies.

Jonathan shares his extensive knowledge of strategic leadership and team-building, revealing how a clear mission statement can drive purpose and intentionality in business decisions and daily operations.

Adam and Jonathan discuss:

• The key components of a strong mission statement and how they differ between personal and business contexts

• The importance of having separate mission statements for personal and business goals

• How regularly revisiting and updating your mission statement can aid in effective decision-making

• The impact a well-crafted mission statement has on marketing, operations, and overall business success

• And more!

Resources:

• Business Assessment (My Business Report) - Jonathan Sheeley

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About our Guest:

Jonathan Sheeley has assisted more than 100 leaders in capitalizing on the unique strengths of their companies. He acknowledges the significant responsibility that leadership entails and comprehends the importance of their success. With a decade of experience in strategic leadership and team building, Jonathan coaches leaders to navigate business challenges and maximize their potential. His expertise and guidance have been instrumental in helping many leaders like you to excel.

Summary:

Are you prepared for the unexpected events that could disrupt your business exit plan?

This week on Scale to Sell, Adam and Steve Burton dive into the top five unexpected events – the five Ds – that can greatly impact your business exit strategy, emphasizing the vital importance of preparing for these situations.

They draw upon their extensive experience and references such as Christopher Snider's "Walking to Destiny", providing actionable insights to ensure your business and personal life are protected in the face of these potential disruptions.

Adam and Steve discuss:

• The startling statistic that there is a 50% chance one of the five Ds will affect your business

• Death: The impact of a business owner’s death on the business and family

• Disability: How a business owner’s disability can hinder business operations

• Divorce: The potential complications of a business owner’s divorce

• Distress: Various forms of distress that can affect a business, such as economic downturns or market changes

• Disagreement: The effects of disagreements between business partners on the business’s value and operations

• And more!

Resources:

• Get a free annual estimate of your business's value today! scaletosell.com/discovery

• Walking to Destiny by Christopher M. Snider

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Scale with the End in Mind (Ep. 19)

Summary:

Have you ever thought about the end goal for your business growth?

In this episode of Scale to Sell, Adam and Steve Burton explore the critical concept of "scaling with the end in mind," explaining why it's crucial for business owners to consistently evaluate their business value and plan for their exit strategy.

Discover how to form an effective exit team, distinguish value from profit, and fully prepare for exiting your business successfully.

Adam and Steve discuss:

• Distinguishing value from profit and understanding their impact on business growth

• Creating a clear direction for growth to save time and reduce wasted opportunities

• Preparing for the three critical parts of a successful exit: the business, financial, and personal aspects

• Strategies to reduce burnout and frustration by planning your exit early

• And more!

Resources:

• Get a free annual estimate of your business's value today! scaletosell.com/discovery

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