In This Article: I discuss why a difficult year can cause business owners to rethink the future, and why the question of selling deserves thoughtful preparation rather than a quick reaction. I also explain why buyers see your company differently than you do, what owners often miss before going to market, and why the right outside perspective can help protect the value you have spent years building.Part 1: Seeing Your Business Through a Buyer’s EyesI don’t need to tell you that....

Listen to my recent ‘Confessions of a Vistage Chair’ podcast interview, where I sit down with Ryan Hogan of the Talent Harbor podcast ‘Confessions of a Vistage Chair’ for one of the most honest conversations he’s had about what it actually takes to build a business worth owning, and eventually worth selling. Podcast OverviewMost CEOs do not fail because they lack effort. They fail because they...

EVENT: Vistage CEO Summit & Breakfast “Growing Through the Headwinds: Tax Advantages & Growth Strategies for 2026” Featuring Panelists: Teri Kaye, Jess Coburn, and Carlos Garrido Tuesday, May 19, 2026Registration & Breakfast: 7:30 – 8:00amProgram + Vistage Roundtable: 8:00am – 10:30amJA of South Florida, Inc. (map link)1130 Coconut Creek Blvd.Coconut Creek, FL 33066Hosted by:...

In This Article:In this article, we examine how leadership alignment, team readiness, and clear communication influence the success and valuation of a business exit, and why preparing your people is essential to a smooth transition.It has already been a challenging year for many leaders.In conversations with CEOs across industries, I continue to hear a common refrain: “I could sell.” “Maybe I should sell.” “I am not sure I want to keep operating at this pace.” These are not idle thoughts....

EVENT: Vistage CEO Summit & BreakfastTopic: “AI, Robotics and the Future of Manufacturing”Featuring Panelists: David Hartman, Jeff Florini, and Atit ShahThursday, February 5, 2026Registration & Breakfast: 7:00amProgram + Vistage Roundtable: 8:00am – 10:30amChetu, Inc. (map link)1500 Concorde Terrace, Suite 1004th Floor Conference RoomSunrise, FL 33323Co-Sponsored by: Vistage Florida and the South Florida Manufacturing Association (SFMA)Co-Hosted By: Georganne...

EVENT: Vistage CEO Summit & BreakfastTopic: “Accurate Forecasting in an Uncertain World”Featuring Speaker: Nathan KaemingkThursday, February 19, 2026Registration & Breakfast: 7:00amProgram + Vistage Roundtable: 7:30am – 10:30amRoyal Palm Yacht & Country Club (map link)2425 West Maya Palm DriveBoca Raton, FL 33432Sponsored by: Vistage – The World’s Leading Chief Executive Organization Since 1957.Co-Hosted By: Georganne Goldblum, Vistage Florida...

In This Article: In this article, I cover essential exit planning strategies for business owners. Learn how to build a valuable, self-sustaining company by starting early, adopting a buyer’s perspective, and developing strong systems. We will also explore the personal side of exiting to help you define your legacy and provide actionable steps to start your journey.Last week, our Exit Planning Panel explored a question that every business owner should be asking:“If a buyer looked at...

In This Article: I tackle the tough question every founder faces sooner or later: are you still the right CEO to scale your company? We’ll explore the Founder’s Paradox, where your greatest strengths can become your biggest obstacles, and introduce the “Five Mirrors”, a framework for honest self-assessment. Discover whether your path forward is reinvention or a thoughtfully planned succession.The market has never been more demanding of its leaders. In 2024 alone, a...

Have you ever wondered what separates the highest-performing CEOs from all the other CEOs out there in 2025? I can tell you: it’s not the thickness of their strategy decks or the precision of their five-year plans. It’s the speed of their thinking and the quality of their counsel.While others are busy managing complexity, growth leaders are busy simplifying it. They operate with a different set of principles focused on agility, clarity, and perspective. You don’t have to copy their...

EVENT: VISTAGE CEO Summit Breakfast – September 25, 2025 @ Boca Raton Topic: Build a Legendary Brand Featuring Speaker: Gair Maxwell Thursday, September 25, 2025 Registration & Coffee: 7:00am Program + VISTAGE Roundtable: 7:30am – 10:30am Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club 2425 West Maya Palm Drive Boca Raton, FL 33432 Sponsored by: VISTAGE – The World’s Leading Chief Executive Organization Since 1957. Co-Hosted By: Georganne Goldblum, VISTAGE Florida Chair...