Master Your Exit Plan

"Having a Master Exit Plan provided me with the information I needed to make the right decisions when I sold my business. Understanding the M&A process was critical when executing my Master Exit Plan and resulted in my receiving the best price and terms. If you want to be successful in selling your business, read this book. It will mean millions of dollars more in your pocket."
— Paul Milano, former owner, Stellar Building Technologies

"Creating a thriving business is a dream for entrepreneurs. Yet growing a business is all-consuming. While a lucrative exit is often back-of-mind, it is rarely planned or thoughtfully aligned with personal, financial or post-sale goals. In Master Your Exit Plan, Chris Vanderzyden provides a roadmap with easily understood steps and illustrative cases. This book is valuable to all business owners. As an entrepreneur myself, I wish I had these insights three businesses ago. This book is a must-read, whether you are a seasoned owner looking to sell a business or an entrepreneur just getting started."
— James C. Fitchett, Harvard University faculty

"Entrepreneurship is the pillar that supports our communities. And every owner will inevitably exit their business. Master Your Exit Plan is a great educational tool that provides business owners with the necessary guidance to ensure a successful transition so their businesses and our communities will continue to thrive."
— Steve Mariotti, Founder, Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship

"The second best way to Master Your Exit Plan is to have one! The best way is to have a master advisor to aid you in navigating the process. Chris Vanderzyden shows you how to navigate the obstacles and come out on top with any merger or acquisition!"
— Jeffrey W. Hayzlett, Chairman and Founder, C-Suite Network

"You spend your life building your business, and you only have one shot to sell it. Surround yourself with the right team and you will get the right results. Master Your Exit Plan is a must-read for any business owner, no matter what stage you are in. Chris Vanderzyden has tackled the issues all of us business owners face or will face and has laid out a roadmap for all to follow. Abraham Lincoln once stated, 'A man who represents himself has a fool for a client.' If you try to go it alone, well… Abe stated it well."
— Mike Allen, CEO, Flatirons Capital Advisors

"Read this book to acquaint yourself with smart strategies that set you and your business up for the next chapter. Combining her seasoned expertise with the acumen of business planning advisors, Chris Vanderzyden, breaks down exit planning into thoughtful and manageable steps designed to optimize value—for you and your legacy. Clear. Instructive. Actionable."
— Tracy Shaw, Vice Chair, SCORE Association Board of Directors

"At Commonwealth Financial Group, we often encounter business owners who are considering the sale of their business but lack guidance. There is a lot to consider when selling your business and Master Your Exit Plan will provide you with practical advice and strategies so you can maximize your results upon exit. This is a must-read for all business owners."
— Eric Spindt, CFP®, President and Managing Partner, Commonwealth Financial Group

"As a business owner, I can attest to the fact that planning for my eventual exit seems overwhelming, and the exit strategy options are confusing. Chris has written a terrific guide with clear steps as to how to go through this process and strategies that will maximize the value of your business, while minimizing the stress on you. Read this book and be armed with the information you need for a successful transition to 'what happens next.'”
— Brian S. Crafts, President, FMC Technologies

"Master Your Exit Plan presents the often complex process of selling a business in a clear and concise manner. Chris Vanderzyden arms the reader with valuable information that will save sellers from making costly mistakes. The book is a must-read for every business owner, regardless of the stage of development of the business."
— Pieter A. Weyts, JD, MBA, Partner, NEXT Legal, PLLC

"Author and Legacy Partners managing partner Chris Vanderzyden uses her decades of experience to enlighten readers on how to avoid many of the mistakes made when planning for and selling a business. 'Master Your Exit Plan' will benefit all business owners—large or small. Read this book today, because your exit may be here before you know it."
— Sharon Sayler, MBA, PCC, Founder, Competitive Edge Communications and author of What Your Body Says and How to Master the Message

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