Why Founders Need an Exit Plan (Even If They’re Not Selling Yet)

 July 30, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
For many founders, the word “exit” feels final - like something you only talk about when you’re ready to retire or hand over the keys. Here’s the truth: building a cash-rich exit starts long before you plan to leave. On a recent episode of ‘The Cash-Rich...
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Running Reflections: I act in spite of my fear

 July 23, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
I act in spite of my fear. I act in spite of my doubt. I act in spite of my worry. I act in spite of the inconvenience. I act even when I’m not in the mood. Because waiting for perfect conditions? That’s a long, lonely wait. What do you do when you don’t...
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The Scenic Exit (Why Rushing a Business Sale Can Cost you Millions)

 July 16, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Too many founders treat their exit like a fire sale - rushed, reactive, and ultimately undervalued. But what if you took the scenic route instead? In my work advising founder-led businesses, I often see exits treated like a checkbox: sell fast, cash out...
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Running Reflections: What is really real?

 July 09, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Mindfulness amidst the mind-blowing daily barrage of bewildering bluster. Some days it feels like the noise never stops. Headlines. Hot takes. Highlight reels. What is really real? What is fundamentally fake? A wandering walk. A reflective run. That’s...
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Legacy Over Liquidity (How Employee Ownership Builds Community Wealth)

 July 02, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
When business owners think about their exit strategy, most conversations start - and end - with maximizing the sale price. And hey, I get it. You’ve poured your blood, sweat, and late-night emails into this business. You deserve a return. I invite you...
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