How to write an executive summary for a business 521

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An exit strategy is a plan for eventually leaving your business, either by selling it, passing it to family members, merging with another company, or in a worst case, closing it responsibly. Having an exit strategy from the start shapes how you build the business. If your goal is to sell, you need to build systems and processes that don't depend entirely on you personally — a business where you're the key man is harder to sell. Buyers want documented processes, recurring revenue, and a business that can run without the founder. Most small businesses are valued at 2-4x EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation). SaaS and recurring revenue businesses often command higher multiples. Growth trajectory, customer concentration risk, and quality of earnings all affect valuation. If you're not planning to sell, think about what happens if you become unable to work. Life insurance and key man insurance protect your family and business partners. A documented operations manual ensures the business can continue.

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Starting a business with no money is genuinely possible if you start with services rather than products. Service businesses require zero inventory, minimal startup costs, and can begin generating revenue immediately. Your time and skills are the product. Identify a skill you have that others need: writing, graphic design, bookkeeping, social media management, web development, photography, video editing, tutoring, cleaning, gardening. Start offering it to people you know for a discounted rate in exchange for testimonials. A few good testimonials and a simple portfolio are all you need to start getting paid clients. Use free tools: a free Canva account for simple design, a free Google Workspace account for email and documents, a free Calendly for booking, a free PayPal or bank transfer for payments. Don't pay for anything until revenue demands it. Freelance platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Toptal can get you initial clients with no marketing spend. Yes, they take a cut, but revenue with a fee beats no revenue.

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An exit strategy is a plan for eventually leaving your business, either by selling it, passing it to family members, merging with another company, or in a worst case, closing it responsibly. Having an exit strategy from the start shapes how you build the business. If your goal is to sell, you need to build systems and processes that don't depend entirely on you personally — a business where you're the key man is harder to sell. Buyers want documented processes, recurring revenue, and a business that can run without the founder. Most small businesses are valued at 2-4x EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation). SaaS and recurring revenue businesses often command higher multiples. Growth trajectory, customer concentration risk, and quality of earnings all affect valuation. If you're not planning to sell, think about what happens if you become unable to work. Life insurance and key man insurance protect your family and business partners. A documented operations manual ensures the business can continue.

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