Exit Readiness Mastermind: Build value now, keep your options open

If an exit is on your horizon in the next few years, the best time to prepare is now. Exit readiness is not only a legal or financial checklist. It is the work of transforming a founder-reliant operation into a transferable asset with clean financials, a steady cash flow, and a team that can execute the plan without you. 

Exit readiness at a glance 

Being exit ready means results continue without you, leaders are in the right seats with clear scorecards, delivery is documented so it is teachable and measurable, KPIs and financials are reliable and easy to explain, the cash cycle is tighter to fund growth and reduce risk, and your legacy is protected so customers and employees are set up to thrive. 

If you are heading toward a transition and there is no formal exit plan, day-to-day decisions still run through you, you are unsure what the company is worth, margins and cash feel unpredictable, and core processes live in people’s heads instead of simple playbooks, the Exit Readiness Mastermind is for you. 

The Exit Readiness Mastermind 

This is a yearlong, guided program with Merin Coutts. You meet one-on-one with Merin and also work alongside a small group of owners. The goal is simple: make steady, practical improvements with clear direction and real accountability. 

How it works 

Month 1: Private kickoff. 
We sit down to set your baseline. You will get your Value Builder Score, a clear picture of where things stand today, the goals that matter most, and a 90-day priority map. 

Months 2 to 12: Monthly workshops. 
Once a month, you join a session on one key driver of company value. We translate each topic into a few concrete steps you can actually do with your team. 

Between sessions: Small actions. 
You put the steps into practice. That means reducing reliance on the owner, shoring up margins and cash, and writing down how core work gets done so others can run it. 

Final month: One-on-one recap. 
We review wins, set next steps, and determine if you wish to continue working together for more in-depth support as you approach your exit timeline. 

Who this is for 

Owners of Canadian service, construction, and trade companies with 10 or more employees in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, or Ontario. Ideal if you want to prepare for a sale or handoff in the next three to five years and are concerned about protecting your team and customers during the transition. 

Join the waitlist to receive dates and details, or book a quick call with Merin to confirm if it's a good fit. Build value now. Exit when you are ready. 

Cheers,
Merin