The Prospecting Show

November 21, 2020•0 min read

Episode 89 – The Transition from Corporate America to Hometown Entrepreneur with Laurie Barkman

Episode Description

This episode covers the ups and downs associated with leaving corporate America and transitioning into the small business world. Laurie shares her experience working in eCommerce and moving her skills over to her consulting business working with business owners and entrepreneurs to increase the value of their biggest asset.

To learn more about Laurie, visit smalldotbig.com

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Laurie Barkman

Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa, emphasizes the importance of planning for the exit of a business, citing that only 20% of companies in the lower middle market have an intention to sell. She highlights the need for an ownership succession plan, estimating the value of the business, addressing risk tripwires, and embracing a sell-ready mindset.

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