Would your company thrive if you disappeared for six months—or would it crumble? In today's episode of SoTellUs Time, discover the exact frameworks top entrepreneurs use to build self-sustaining, sell-ready businesses that print freedom (and profit) on autopilot.

🎬 Quick Navigation (YouTube Chapters)

00:00 – Teaser & Host Welcome 01:13 – The 6-Month Disappear Test 03:45 – Why "Owner-Dependent" = Job, Not Business 06:58 – Strategy 1: Document & Systematize (SOPs) 12:22 – Real-World Example: McDonald's Franchise Model 15:05 – Strategy 2: Build a Rockstar Team 21:09 – Delegating Outcomes vs. Tasks 24:44 – Strategy 3: Recurring Revenue & Predictability 30:19 – Subscription Ideas for Any Industry 33:07 – Strategy 4: Track the Right Numbers (KPIs & Dashboards) 38:55 – Strategy 5: Always Prepare to Sell 44:31 – Clean Financials & Transferable Systems 48:02 – Recap + Weekly Challenge 50:30 – Final Thoughts & Next Episode Sneak Peek

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💡 Episode Highlights

• Freedom or Exit? Why every business owner should design for both—and how doing so increases valuation and lifestyle freedom.

• SOP Power: Step-by-step playbook for creating "franchise-ready" Standard Operating Procedures that keep quality high without owner oversight.

• Dream Team Blueprint: How to hire, train, and empower decision-makers so you can delegate outcomes, not tasks.

• Predictable Profits: Retainers, memberships, and subscription models that smooth out cash flow and wow potential buyers.

• Data-Driven Decisions: Build simple dashboards that show you daily health metrics for sales, marketing, and operations—no micromanaging required.

• Exit-Ready Finances: The exact documents acquirers demand (clean P&L, separated accounts, clear contracts) and how to prep them before you ever list your company.

🚀 Take Action Challenge

This week:

1. Document one mission-critical process in detail.

2. Delegate one decision you've been clinging to. Post your wins in the comments with #BuildToSell for a chance to be featured in our next episode!

🔗 Resources & Tools Mentioned

• SoTellUs – Capture & showcase 5-star reviews automatically: https://www.SoTellUs.com

• Process Templates (FREE) – Download our SOP starter kit: https://www.SoTellUs.com/SOP-Kit

• Dashboard Tool we love (DataBox): https://databox.com

• Recommended Book: Built to Sell by John Warrillow (Amazon link)

• Join our Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SoTellUsTime

📺 More From SoTellUs Time

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• 🚀 Unlock Business Innovation: Create Space for New Ideas & Growth! 📈

👥 Connect with the Hosts

• Trevor Howard (LinkedIn): Linkedin

• Instagram: @SoTellUs

• TikTok: @SoTellUsTime

⚖️ Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes only. Always consult your professional advisors before implementing financial, legal, or business strategies.

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