by Pamela Dennis | Jul 8, 2016 | Blog, Start-Ups, Transitions
All companies have to manage significant transitions if they are to endure. Yet, apparently, very few do. A recent Gallup poll found that it is still true after decades of data collection that 50% of companies fail in the first five years, and fewer than 5% survive 10...
by Pamela Dennis | Jun 7, 2016 | Blog, Boomer Perspectives, Planning, Start-Ups, Transitions
I have been surprised by the number of times when speaking on exit strategies for retiring business owners I get asked the question, “What advice do you have for entrepreneurs starting a business?” I’ve thought back to what went through my mind in starting my business...
by Pamela Dennis | Jan 29, 2016 | Blog, Boomer Perspectives, Encore, Selling a Business, Start-Ups, Transitions
After building a business, selling it, and “retiring,” I am among those who say, “I’m so busy I don’t know how I ever had the time to work!” It seems to be a common feeling for today’s retirees. I learned this especially in researching small business owners for my...
