FAQ: Preparing for your Exit

 

We get these questions a lot from founders preparing for their exit.
Exiting isn’t just about finding a buyer — it’s about getting rewarded for the value you’ve built. Here are some of the most common questions we help answer.

 

 

How Long Does a Transformation Take?

Each company is different, but we see measurable results within 90 days.  Most companies achieve exit readiness in 12 – 18 months.  Timeline depends on your starting point, your bandwidth and exit timeline.  If you need to exit in 6 months, we focus on critical gaps only.  
Ideally you prepare before the 3year to exit mark, so that after the transformation the changes and impact are documented to increase valuation.

Why do I need more than legal or financial advice?

Because lawyers and M&A advisors help you close a deal, not raise your value.  We focus on what drives the valuation up: systems, scalability, and independence from you as a founder.

What kind of companies do you work with?

We work with European founders running €5–50M turnover businesses who want to exit, pass the baton, or bring in investors — and want to do it on their terms.

What outcomes can I expect?

Typical outcomes include:

+ Higher exit multiples

+ Smoother buyer due diligence

+ Less founder dependency

+ Better deal terms and faster closing

 

What if I am not sure I want to sell?

You can start with the free assessment.  Many founders discover they’re leaving 15 – 50 million on the table and decide to professionalise even if exit is 5+ years away.  The same systems that increase valuation also accelerate growth.

Do you take equity or success fees?

Typically no.  We charge fixed fees or monthly retainers. For search funds or bootstrap buyers with limited cash, we can discuss equity participation (2 – 5% + reduced cash fee).

What industries do you work with?

B2B tech (SaaS, Soft, infrastructure, telco), industrial tech, manufacturing and business services.  We focus on recurring or repeat-purchase revenue models where founder dependency is typically highest.

Can you help if I’m mid-process?

Yes, Exit support is designed for founders with LOI in hand or active deal process. We can jump in at any stage.

Do you have more questions?

Book a consultation call here or contact us.