Your exit strategy touches every part of your business and every decision you make. Still, so many entrepreneurs ignore it to build how they feel in the moment not realizing that their opportunities are limited by this lack of planning.

Takeaways:

• The podcast emphasizes the importance of having a clear exit strategy for your business.
• It's crucial to decide on your exit plan early, as it affects your business decisions.
• An exit strategy is not a decision you can make quickly or on a whim.
• Consider whether you aim to grow your business or optimize it based on your exit plan.
• The episode highlights three common exit strategies: closing, selling, or transferring ownership.
• Evaluate how your exit strategy impacts specific goals for the upcoming business quarter.

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