Founder Resentment: How to Avoid It
Founders are one of the most begrudged players in start-up land. Here's why, and what you can do about it. Read more
Transitioning to a New Owner
Why My Exit Strategy Failed
In a business sense, I did everything right when I sold my company. But I forgot to ask myself one essential question. Read more
Skyy Vodka Team Acquires Anchor Brewing
Fritz Maytag, the godfather of the craft-beer industry, announced the sale of San Francisco's Anchor Brewing Co. Read more
Secrets of a $110 Million Man
There are no guarantees when it comes to running a business. But the best entrepreneurs I know follow these guidelines. Read more
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Passing It On [Audio] 
Death and taxes -- the only two sure things in life. And for business owners, the estate tax combines the worst of both worlds. Could a permanent life i... Watch video
How To Write a Buy-Sell Agreement
Along with a general agreement about ownership and responsibilities, every business with multiple owners needs a buy-sell agreement. It covers how and whe... Read more
Recruiting Top Talent, One by One
You don't have to do it all at once. You can build your compensation and benefits plans in layers as your company grows. That's what Barb Todd did at Good... Read more
When Sellers Can Help
Buyers of a business arrange the financing with the sellers. Read more
'Unwinds' Can Protect Your Earn-out Deal
Using unwind agreements and earn-out deals when selling a company. Read more
Cashing In Without Cashing Out
A growing number of owners are selling their companies to venture capitalists -- without giving up a controlling interest Read more
Tender Offers
Charles Leighton's approach to managing acquisitions is enough to make even the most independent private business owner want to be bought. Read more
Preselling The Company
The acquisition of Forefront was arranged and the dowry was set before the company was even born. Read more
Strength In Numbers
Joseph Kahn's article was outstanding. More than a year ago, we recognized the untapped potential of executives sharing ideas and clients, and forme... Read more