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Franne McNeal, President of Significant Business Results LLC, was featured in Featured.com, offering insights into the evolving landscape of Baby Boomer business buyouts in Q4 2024. With a focus on exit planning for higher business valuations, Franne highlights essential strategies for Baby Boomer entrepreneurs navigating the challenges of selling their businesses in today's economic climate. Article: "Baby Boomer Business Buyouts in Q4 2024: Key Metrics and Strategic Insights." Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/egX7rzWF She outlined that: * Valuation Multiples Under Pressure: Economic uncertainties and rising interest rates are putting pressure on business valuations. Franne advises Baby Boomer business owners to focus on what drives value—diversified revenue, a strong management team, and minimal owner dependency—to attract higher multiples. * Buyer Demand and Financing Challenges: Although demand for well-run businesses remains strong, higher capital costs are impacting buyers' financing options. Sellers should expect longer sales cycles and tougher negotiations. * Owner Dependency: Many business owners haven’t built systems that allow the business to run without them, which can deter potential buyers. Franne emphasizes reducing owner dependency by developing strong processes and leadership teams. Strategic Advice for Q4 2024: * Focus on the 8 Key Drivers of Company Value:  * Diversify Revenue Streams: * Start Exit Planning Early: Trends to Watch: * Industry Consolidation:  * Interest Rates and Buyer Behavior: Franne McNeal brings over 100 business exit experiences to this discussion, having previously served as Executive Director of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program (CCP), giving her unique insights into the intricacies of business transitions. Significant Business Results, LLC Franne McNeal, MBA #ExitPlanning #BusinessBuyouts #BabyBoomerBusiness

Significant Business Results' Franne McNeal was featured in Wacky Travel, sharing the importance of journaling for reflection and memories, especially while traveling. Article: "Journal for Reflection and Memories." She outlined that: * At 62, and after navigating breast cancer and a stroke, Franne highlights that the most essential travel item isn’t a gadget but her journal. * Journaling offers a safe space to document thoughts, feelings, and the lessons learned, making it a powerful tool for self-expression and resilience. * Each page reflects memories of laughter, struggles, and victories, helping her stay grounded during times of uncertainty. * While she packs physical essentials like her phone and medications, it’s the act of reflection that keeps her centered. She also cherishes returning home to the joy her kitten brings, a reminder of life's simple pleasures. Read her full insights here: https://lnkd.in/ehv5X3JF Franne was in good company: Khurram Javed Mir Mir, Founder of Kualitee, Alessia Spampinato, Content Strategist of Italy Expert, Soubhik Chakrabarti, CEO of Icy Tales, Gil Zeimer, Travel Writer of Zeimer’s Advertising Shoppe, Mary Bartnikowski, Award Winning Photographer of Author, and Retreat Leader, Mikkel Paige Woodruff, Co-owner and Editor of Sometimes Sailing, Mohd Rizwan, Director of Travelosei, Colette Connolly, Founder of Ireland on a Budget, Tammy Levent, Founder & CEO of Elite Travel Management Group, Inc.   Significant Business Results, LLC Franne McNeal, MBA #Reflection #Resilience #SignificantBusinessResults

Significant Business Results' Franne McNeal was featured in Personal Branding Consultant Bhavik Sarkhedi.com, emphasizing the importance of personal branding for market presence. Article: "Personal Branding: Essential for Market Presence." She outlined that: * Personal branding is critical in a crowded marketplace, helping entrepreneurs and small businesses stand out, build trust, and grow their business. * A personal brand goes beyond logos and taglines—it's the story you tell and the values you embody. * Personal branding transforms your business by: Building Trust: A strong personal brand highlights expertise and authenticity, fostering customer trust. Differentiating Yourself: Sharing your unique story, challenges, and triumphs makes you relatable and memorable. Attracting Opportunities: A well-defined brand attracts partnerships, speaking engagements, and new clients. Creating Loyalty: Engaged customers become advocates, promoting your brand through word-of-mouth. Read her full insights here: https://lnkd.in/e7VyjJVX Franne was in good company: Alari Aho, CEO and Founder of Toggl Inc, Andy Brenits, Principal & Chief Brand Strategist of Brenits Consulting & Creative, Jason Hennessey, CEO of Hennessey Digital, Amir Elaguizy, CEO and Co-Founder of Cratejoy, Inc, Danielle Hu of The Wanderlover, Alex LaDouceur, Co-Founder of Webineering, Yoyao Hsueh, Founder of Blustrat Agency, Josh Bluman, Co-Founder of Hoppy Copy, JD Lloyd, Business Development Manager and Project Manager of Bella Virtual Staging. Significant Business Results, LLC Franne McNeal, MBA #PersonalBranding #BusinessGrowth #SignificantBusinessResults

Significant Business Results' Franne McNeal was featured in College Recruiter discussing strategies for engaging with students on digital platforms. Article: "Engage on Student-Focused Digital Platforms." She outlined that: * Traditional on-campus hiring is no longer the only path to securing talent companies should focus on digital platforms where students are active, such as Discord and TikTok. * Virtual internship programs offer students real-world experience, expanding the talent pool while promoting flexibility and inclusivity. * Hosting online workshops and webinars to provide skill-building opportunities positions organizations as thought leaders and attracts motivated candidates. * Collaborating with university career services and tailoring programs to align with students' academic goals can further boost recruitment efforts. Read her full insights here: https://lnkd.in/eBXeEPNw Franne was in good company: Clooney Wang, CEO of TrackingMore, Joe Davies, CEO of FATJOE, Joshua Odmark, CIO and Founder of Local Data Exchange, Sanem Ahearn, VP of Marketing of Colorescience, Swena Kalra, Chief Marketing Officer of Scott & Yanling Media Inc, Dylan Cleppe, Co-Founder & CEO of OneStop Northwest LLC, Arvind Rongala, CEO of Edstellar, Raviraj Hegde, SVP of Growth & Sales of Donorbox, Susan Snipes, Head of People of Remote People, Alexander Brandrup, Plant Ambassador, Co-Founder of Neurogan Health, @Yash Jain, Sr. Executive Marketing, Nikhil Bharath Kumar Induri, SEO Specialist of Branding Experts, Significant Business Results, LLC Franne McNeal, MBA #StudentRecruitment #DigitalPlatforms #SignificantBusinessResults

Significant Business Results' own Franne McNeal was featured in Financial Tech Times discussing the crucial role of cash flow in business success. Article: "Cash Flow: The Lifeblood of Business." She outlined that: * Cash flow is the essential financial metric that can make or break a business; without it, even the best ideas can fail. * In her early entrepreneurial journey, Franne focused on growth but initially overlooked cash flow management, realizing that sales alone are not enough. * Understanding cash flow involves not just tracking income and expenses, but also anticipating future financial needs to ensure sustainability. * A healthy cash flow empowers businesses to seize opportunities, invest in growth, and navigate unexpected challenges, allowing for strategic decision-making without constant financial worry. Read her full take here: https://lnkd.in/ec22w4h2 Franne was among good company: Brad Cummins Founder of Fat Agent, Alari Aho CEO and Founder of Toggl Inc, Gregory Rozdeba CEO of Dundas Life, Brandon Leibowitz Owner of SEO Optimizers, Praveen Kumar of Wild Creek Web Studio, Greg Walters of Chat PDF Pro, Pinar Karabey Karabey Founder and Artistic Director of Luxury Next Season. Significant Business Results, LLC Franne McNeal, MBA #CashFlow #BusinessSuccess #FinancialManagement

Significant Business Results' own Franne McNeal was featured in Consultant Magazine discussing the integration of resilience into her coaching practice. Article: "Integrating Resilience into Coaching Practice." She outlined that: * Personal health crises, including breast cancer and a stroke, reshaped her business approach and strengthened her focus on resilience and self-care. * These challenges led her to pivot her coaching model, incorporating themes of adaptability, which deeply resonated with her clients.  * Her stroke pushed her to shift from in-person to virtual coaching sessions, increasing her reach and accessibility to a broader audience.  * Resilience is not just about recovery but about evolving and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth. Read her full take here: https://lnkd.in/eBqjvVjM Franne was among good company: Zeyuan Gu Founder of Adzviser LLC, Bhavik Sarkhedi CMO of Write Right, Howard Rosen CEO of Nova Insights, Roberts Haligowski COO of Big Jerry's Fencing Fencing, Jörg Dennis Krüger Author, Expert and Mentor of The Conversion Hacker®, Amaury Ponce Business Owner, Ponce Tree Services Significant Business Results, LLC Franne McNeal, MBA #ResilienceInBusiness #Adaptability #SignificantBusinessResults

Significant Business Results' own Franne McNeal was featured in BusinessCoaches.io discussing the transformative power of the 'Future Back' scenario planning exercise for leadership development. Article: "Future Back Scenario for Creative Strategy." She outlined that: * The 'Future Back' approach invites leaders to envision their most ambitious goals and work backward to create actionable steps. * This exercise fosters creativity, resilience, and innovative thinking by encouraging leaders to consider diverse perspectives and anticipate challenges. * It’s versatile, engaging teams at all levels, and helps cultivate collaboration, alignment, and a proactive mindset in fast-paced environments. * Creative, strategic thinking is key to effective leadership and innovation. Read her full take here: https://lnkd.in/eY__uVAb Franne was among good company: Bhavik Sarkhedi Founder & Creative Director of Ohh My Brand, Shishir K. Head of Engineering, Chris Percival Founder & Managing Director of CJPI, Dinesh Agarwal Founder, CEO of RecurPost, Fahd Alhattab Founder & Leadership Development Speaker of Unicorn Labs, Paolo Piscatelli Owner & CEO of Alarm Relay, Mikki Williams, CSP, CPAE Executive Presence and Speech Coach of Mikki Williams Unltd.. Significant Business Results, LLC Franne McNeal, MBA #LeadershipDevelopment #StrategicThinking #SignificantBusinessResults

Significant Business Results' own Franne McNeal was featured in Small Biz Leader discussing how health challenges can be transformed into personal and business strength. Article: "Turn Health Challenges into Strength." She outlined that: * After battling breast cancer and suffering a stroke that left her paralyzed, Franne faced the fear of losing her health and identity as a business owner. * In her darkest moments, she discovered an inner resilience, embracing small, achievable goals that led to recovery. * Her journey taught her that challenges are often the greatest teachers, forcing us to find our true strength and emerge stronger. * Franne encourages entrepreneurs to see every setback as a setup for a comeback, highlighting the power of resilience. Read her full take here: https://lnkd.in/emwH95dM Franne was among good company: Ben Farber of Bristol Associates, Inc., Shehar Yar CEO of Software House, Carlos da Silva Assistant of PA Career Hub, Rob Reeves CEO and President of Redfish Technology. Andrew Merrick & CEO of Aquasoltech, Paolo Piscatelli Owner & CEO of Alarm Relay, Slim Geransar Founder of REI Litics, Amritpal Singh Digital Marketing Manager of ByStadium, Amaury Ponce Business Owner of Ponce Tree Services, Benjamin Walker Founder and CEO of Ditto Transcripts, Sofie Couwenbergh Content strategist and writer of Sofie Couwenbergh Significant Business Results, LLC Franne McNeal, MBA #Resilience #OvercomingChallenges #SignificantBusinessResults

Significant Business Results' own Franne McNeal was featured in Gurunet discussing the importance of setting non-negotiable boundaries to achieve work-life harmony. Article: "Set Non-Negotiable Boundaries: A Key to Entrepreneurial Success." She outlined that: * Entrepreneurs often feel overwhelmed, but harmony is possible by setting firm boundaries. * After burning out from working 19-hour days, Franne redefined success and prioritized personal time. * Blocking out time for personal activities, such as family dinners or short breaks, became essential for recharging. * These boundaries improved her productivity, creativity, and brought joy to both her business and personal life. Read her full take here: https://lnkd.in/es29PHZu Franne was among good company: Dennis Consorte Digital Marketing & Leadership Consultant for Startups of Brand Boba, Sandi Hendry Founder of Minky Couture, Tammy Levent Founder & CEO of Elite Travel Management Group, Inc., Pavlina Atanasova Holistic Life & Business Coach and Life Strategist of Master The Time, Gabe Charalambides Founder of Odyssey, Payal Gupta Gupta Co Founder of Tecknotrove, @Bhanu Pratap Singh Co-Founder of Rajni Intimates, Austin Rulfs Founder of Sme Business Investor, Property & Finance Specialist of Zanda Wealth, Ellen Hockley Consulting Principal of Ellen Hockley Consulting, Dylan Rodrigues Managing Director and Founder of Storage King SA Significant Business Results, LLC Franne McNeal, MBA #WorkLifeBalance #EntrepreneurialSuccess #SignificantBusinessResults

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