10/26/2026
Five years can sound like a long runway. But some parts of leaving a business simply can’t be rushed.
A future leader needs time to earn trust, not just receive a title. A management team needs opportunities to make decisions without the owner in the room. Client relationships may need to transition gradually. And the owner needs time to figure out what stepping away will actually look like.
Giving each of these pieces time to develop can make the eventual transition feel far more intentional and prepared.
If leaving the business is five years away, those five years may be some of the most important years in the plan.