Most entrepreneurs start businesses focused on survival. Paying bills. Making sales. Getting through the next month.

Very few stop to ask the question that changes everything:

In this episode of Tea & Coffee Hub, Karen and Steve break down why every business needs an exit strategy from day one, even if you plan to stay in it for decades. They explore the difference between building an income stream versus building a real business and why ignoring exit planning often leads to burnout, stalled growth, or businesses that cannot be sold.

Through real examples, they discuss:

Why “I’ll figure it out later” is not a strategy

The difference between legacy businesses, sellable businesses, and income streams

How exit planning changes the way you build systems, hire, and grow

Why many long-term business owners end up trapped instead of free

How having a long-term target actually accelerates growth

If you want a business that gives you options instead of obligations, this conversation will change how you think about what you’re building and why.