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GroundSwellSM Overview

Who we are, what we do and why we’re different.

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Business Ownership SchoolSM Overview

An introduction and how it works.

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Inner OptimizationSM Overview

The why and how behind our Inner OptimizationSM interoception offerings.

Publications

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Survey options & research

Details on our different surveys and the research behind them.

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Business ownership skills

The integrated skills and content areas of ownership skills.

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Partnership options

Our planning process deliverables and long-term partnership options.

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Valuation Bridge PlanSM

Details behind our Valuation Bridge PlanSM.

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The one question

Looking to transition out of the day to day of your business or sell? Ask yourself this question first.

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Key dimensions of Inner OptimizationSM

Details on our proprietary interoception training and why owner-mangers need these skills.

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Direct ownership partnerships

Looking to lower GP fees and carry? Download our guide.

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Estate legacy planning & heir training

An overview of our legacy planning & heir training.

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What’s the Vagus Nerve and Why Does It Matter?

Let's face it, life as an owner-manager is stressful. There's a constant demand on your time, energy, and focus. When you're stressed, your body produces hormones...
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Do You Have to Do It Yourself to Get It Done Right?

You have way too much to do. If only your staff could take on some of this work, you wouldn't have to do it all yourself…...
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Are You Proactively Managing Your Infrastructure?

Sales are up 5% this year. Nice job. But your financials tell a different story.  Profits are down 10% and your bank account is lower than last...
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Are You Proactively Managing Your Biggest Expense?

Most likely your biggest expense is payroll. Whether you have salaried or hourly employees, or pay contract labor by the hour, you're paying for their time....
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Does Your Team Know Where to Spend Their Time?

Do your employees know what to do today? Without clearly communicating what you want them to do and where you want them to spend their time,...
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What Makes a Successful Company?

Do you wonder why some companies succeed while others don't? We did and went searching for the answer. What we found might surprise you. It's not...
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Do You Have a Game Plan for Your Competition?

As a business owner, you're constantly busy. And just when you've caught up, another unexpected challenge comes along, demanding even more of your limited time. So...

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