A Few of Our Ideas

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Know yourself: Separating your identity from your business

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Family business roots

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Exit planning is strategic planning

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Achieve your business goals by design

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Three keys to emergency succession planning

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Five reasons to do an annual valuation

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Business negotiation: An essential communication skill

Readiness and Attractiveness

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Be Exit Ready; Grow Smart

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Time management for successful entrepreneurs

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Use consistent action to achieve your business goals

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Close the knowing-doing gap

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Christy’s keen ability to identify my actual needs and focus me on the critical aspects of my business has been transformative. She’s provided insights and asked probing questions that emphasize the importance of planning with the end in mind.
Stephanie Haenchen
Owner, Pace Marketing
Christy’s coaching has has been instrumental in elevating my business to new heights. Her ability to facilitate strategic conversations has been transformative, helping me identify opportunities, overcome obstacles, and refine my business strategies for optimal results.
Paya Sample
Owner, Peak Leaders Collective
Christy took the time to assess my business model, understand my goals, and identify areas for improvement. What impressed me most was her ability to provide tailored strategies that were practical and immediately implementable.
Sue Bailey
Owner, Celebrating Life Cakes