by Douglas Brown | Apr 8, 2026 | Books and records, Business Value, Sell business, Someday risk
Most small business owners are making one simple, well-intended mistake. Not only will it be impossible to sell their business should that need arise, but it puts you in danger of being arrested at any moment. What mistake is that? “Optimizing” their...
by Douglas Brown | Mar 18, 2026 | Overwhelm, Owner Dependence
Are you the Superman or Superwoman in your company? If you are working over 50 hours per week, then yes. But that’s not a good thing. Let’s face it, it’s only natural to want to feel as though your contributions are really making a difference. If you’re the business...
by Douglas Brown | Mar 8, 2026 | Overwhelm, Owner goals
A great plan isn’t perfect—it’s realistic. Adopting a whole new “business operating system” will just overload you and confuse your employees. Start with 1–2 near-term actions that (a) move you in the direction you need to go and (b) you can complete in the next 2–4...
by Douglas Brown | Dec 8, 2025 | Someday reasons, Someday risk, Stepping away
I’m going to keep working until I’m 55-60-65-70. Good plan. BUT most owners aren’t prepared for unexpected changes that require them to step away someday, and most (70%) discover that Someday occurs years before they expect it. Is your business ready? You...
by Douglas Brown | Nov 8, 2025 | Overwhelm, Owner Dependence
Working 60+ hours a week, with little time for family or yourself? Learn how to run your business as the owner, not just the busiest employee, so you can step away when life demands it. Right here on this website, get your free starter kit and start enjoying true...
by Douglas Brown | Oct 8, 2025 | Overwhelm, Someday risk
Mostly what I talk about with business owners is regaining control of their time, their life, and their goals: i.e., owning their business instead of it owning them. But there is another aspect that is also critical to reducing the stress and turbulence of ownership:...
