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Check back regularly to read GAI’s monthly insights to propel your business for success. Lawrence and Bill share tips and best practices GAI has learned throughout the many years of experience in the business brokerage industry. Each month, new ideas will be presented that will help you increase the value of your business. 

Evaluating your Financials

Evaluating your Financials

Last month, we discussed accelerating the closing of your previous-year financials and taxes.  One advantage we cited was the idea of readily knowing where you stand with your business and now being able to make plans for the upcoming year: revenue goals, expense...

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Benefits of Closing Financials Early

Benefits of Closing Financials Early

A new year is a time to focus on the future, leave the past behind and move our businesses forward.  However, there can be one area of activity that doesn’t want to let us move forward: closing previous year financial statements and filing taxes. This activity can be...

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A Time of Reflection

A Time of Reflection

The joy we feel has little to do with the circumstances of our lives and everything to do with the focus of our lives. - Russell M. Nelson We appreciate all the hard work that you have put in throughout the year to grow your business and reach your goals.  This...

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Are you a business owner or business operator?

Are you a business owner or business operator?

Recently, I learned of a discussion one of my colleagues had with a professional contractor who has only been in business for a couple of years. The company is doing very well - the crews are delivering quality work, and referrals are filling the schedule.  Still, the...

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What are your employees saying about your Company?

What are your employees saying about your Company?

Sales generation is a very important value enhancer for your business.  If your company has annual revenue under $10 million, then every employee is a sales representative.  To prove this point, the following is a conversation that took place several years ago at my...

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Building your Brand

Building your Brand

Focus on Building your Brand.  It is interesting to note that customers are willing to pay more for brands that they know and recognize.  The perception is that well-known brands, both products and services, have more value.  How do you build and formulate a brand? ...

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Do you have the Proper Checks and Balances in Place?

Do you have the Proper Checks and Balances in Place?

As we continue to discuss how to add value to your business, this month we will focus on the financial operations of your Business. Many successful business owners no matter the size of their company, or if they employ a bookkeeper or CFO, retain certain...

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It is Time to put your Plan into Action

It is Time to put your Plan into Action

In March, we talked about developing a business plan.  The next step is to Put your Business Plan into Action.  First, meet with your team to implement each component and to emphasize the goals, objectives, and principles of your Company.  Consistent team planning...

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Do you Know what to Include in your business plan?

Do you Know what to Include in your business plan?

Last month, we discussed the need for a business plan.  This month, we drill down What is Included in the Business Plan. A complete, thoughtful business plan will provide mechanisms to enhance your management in marketing, operations, finances, long-term growth, and...

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Developing a Business Plan

Developing a Business Plan

Majority of Business owners are tied up with the daily operations of their Businesses, so they have no time for planning.  Developing a Business Plan is a key component in building the value of your Business.  A long-term strategic plan will help you stay focused as...

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Maintain Quality Financial Information

Maintain Quality Financial Information

As you are settling into 2019, now is the perfect time to start thinking about how to add value to your Business.  Throughout this year, we will highlight a way to add value to your Business each month. It is crucial to Maintain Quality Financial Information.  January...

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