A Good Business versus a Good Investment

When it comes time for a business owner to contemplate an exit from their business, it is important to consider the differences between a ‘good business’ and a ‘good investment’.  The next owner of your company will be looking for a ‘good investment’, not just a good...

Measuring the ROI of a Private Business

While most business owners focus on the annual profit or cash flow of their business, it is less common to devote time and attention to an equally important measurement, your business’ return on investment. An ROI measurement can help an owner determine whether their...

Measuring Risks in Privately-Held Businesses

There is an old saying that ‘there is no return without risk.’  Business owners accept certain risks as a part of their day-to-day existence because there is risk in owning and running any privately held business.  Understanding how to measure and compare these risks...