The Exit Coach: How Advisers Can Guide Business Owners Through the Emotional Process of a Sale

A man places his hand on another man's shoulder in support.

Selling a business is often framed as a transaction: A valuation, a deal structure, a number on a page. But, in reality, it can be one of the most significant transitions an entrepreneur will ever face.

While valuation, deal structure and tax outcomes are key considerations, they are just part of the equation. The emotional, familial and lifestyle implications can be just as consequential.