by Douglas Brown | Sep 5, 2026 | Overwhelm
Running a business is demanding and can lead to significant stress and burnout over time. When owners feel overwhelmed or lose passion for their work, it might be time to consider exiting. Burnout can affect decision-making and overall business performance, making it...
by Douglas Brown | Aug 28, 2026 | Someday reasons
Health problems can unexpectedly force a business owner to exit their business. Serious illness or injury can limit their ability to manage daily operations effectively. In such cases, the owner may need to prioritize their health and well-being over business...
by Douglas Brown | Aug 21, 2026 | Owner Dependence, Someday reasons
I deviate from the 4D’s used by the industry so we aren’t always dwelling on horrible consequences. Another post discusses the positive reasons you might decide to step away from the business, even though they can arise unexpectedly: true retirement, pursuing another...
by Douglas Brown | Aug 14, 2026 | Someday reasons, Someday risk
Someday… someday… someday. Most small business owners are too busy keeping up with today to “waste” time on something that won’t affect them until Someday. The problem is that if you’re not ready for Someday when it shows up on its...
by Douglas Brown | Aug 8, 2026 | Business Advising, Overwhelm
I’m not for everyone. I’m not the coach who’s going to tell you it’s easy. Or pretend you won’t have moments when you want to quit. Or sell you some fantasy that you can have everything you want without showing up for it. BUT If you’re TRULY tired of working 50+...
