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ARTICLE · 22 SEPTEMBER 2022

Business Succession Planning: Five Mistakes To Avoid

After years of hard work, it's time to retire. Several complex questions come to mind. How do you transition? How do you choose the right person to take over? What will happen to your business?

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After years of hard work, it's time to retire. Several complex questions come to mind. How do you transition? How do you choose the right person to take over? What will happen to your business?

As you plan your departure, you want to be sure that your successors are just as committed to the sustainability and success of the company you have spent years building. Succession planning is forward looking, but it is also a difficult process that requires time, thought and preparation.

Here are the five most common mistakes business owners make in planning their departure, and ways to avoid them.

1. Inadequate planning

Careful planning is the key to a successful business transfer. Since this is a long process that can take two to five years, it is never too early to start. A strategic plan will increase your chances of success, reduce uncertainty and keep your business sustainable. Our experienced professionals can offer you customized support, informing you of the

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