The Basics of Value Acceleration course was created as an introduction to exit planning for both business owners and advisors. During this course, host and EPI President, Scott Snider, will take you through the Value Acceleration Methodology™. This methodology was created by Chris Snider and is seen inside the book, Walking to Destiny. Attendees complete the course with a baseline understanding of exit planning and how to help business owners plan for their exit effectively.
Attendees will gain further knowledge on:
- Business types and challenges
- In-depth definition of exit planning and its concepts
- What makes a business ready to transition
- How business value is determined
- Executing an exit strategy
Course Curriculum:
MODULE ONE: Understanding Business Types and Challenges
- Recognizing the challenges that today’s owners face
- Defining the mindset shifts created by the Value Acceleration Methodology™
MODULE TWO: Defining “Exit Planning”
- Labeling and breaking down the “Three Legs of the Stool”
- Analyzing the different paradigm shifts that come from the exit planning process
MODULE THREE: Simplifying the Process
- Understanding the core concepts of the Value Acceleration Methodology™
- Putting each concept into action
MODULE FOUR: Dissecting the Methodology
- Dissecting owner readiness and business attractiveness
- Identifying and calculating the wealth, profit, and value gaps
MODULE FIVE: Implementing the Methodology
- Implementing the process through each gate of the methodology (Discover, Prepare, Decide)
- Organizing each step in the 5 Stages of Value Maturity
MODULE SIX: Building Strong Teams
- Structuring an owner’s exit planning team
- Illustrating the ideal core team members
