162 - Design Your Exit Before You Burn Out
Learn why timing your exit is everything. This episode explores how planning your business exit 3–5 years in advance builds systems, leadership, and value, giving you the freedom and control you need.
Design Your Exit Before You Burn Out
Most founders wait too long to consider their exit, and when they finally do, they’re exhausted, reactive, and under pressure. The result? Missed opportunities, lower valuations, and a business that feels like a burden instead of an asset.
This episode unpacks why exit planning isn’t about leaving your company; it’s about designing freedom within it. By thinking three to five years ahead, you can develop the leadership and systems that enable your business to run smoothly without you. This shift turns your company into a valuable, transferable asset, giving you the option to step back when you want, not when you have to.
Discover how to engineer an exit strategy that aligns with your long-term goals, protects your energy, and positions your business for maximum value. Because real success isn’t just about growing fast, it’s about creating something that thrives without you.
Highlights:
00:00 Introduction: The Problem with Late Exits
00:05 Planning Your Exit Strategy
Links:
Website: https://www.marcogrueter.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcogrueter/
Transcript:
Most founders exit too late or too tired. Here's how to fix that. Think about your exit three to five years in advance and build systems and the leadership required for your exit. This gives you freedom, a better value, and the possibility to step back whenever you want.