The Entrepreneur's Exit Playbook

Navigating the Sale of Your Company

By: Brett Vogeler

Narrated by: Harvey Wallmann

Unlock your business’s full value with The Entrepreneur’s Exit Playbook.

Selling your business is a pivotal moment—years of effort distilled into one transaction. Without a solid plan, even successful companies risk losing value or facing messy transitions.

The Entrepreneur’s Exit Playbook: Navigating the Sale of Your Company by Brett Vogeler, a licensed Business Broker and multi-business owner, is your roadmap to a profitable, smooth exit. Drawing on decades of experience, this book offers practical strategies to boost your sale price, simplify the process, and safeguard your financial future.

What you’ll learn:

• Preparation Mastery: Audits and streamlining lay the groundwork for a high-value sale.
• Exit Strategy Optimization: Assess options—third-party sales, mergers, IPOs—and time your move for maximum gain.
• Financial & Legal Readiness: Polish financials, cut debt, and ensure compliance to dodge pitfalls.
• Operational Independence: Create a business that runs without you, with strong succession and stakeholder ties.
• Valuation & Pricing: Use income, market, and asset-based methods to price your business right.
• Strategic Marketing & Negotiation: Tap brokers to find buyers and negotiate terms that favor you.
• Seamless Transition: Handle due diligence, manage emotions, and plan your next chapter.

Who should listen to this?:

• Entrepreneurs eyeing a sale in 1–5 years.
• Owners wanting to maximize value and sidestep errors.
• Founders seeking a legacy-preserving exit.
• Advisors and investors aiding clients through sales.

Why trust Brett Vogeler?

Brett’s expertise as a Business Broker, Real Estate Broker, and multi-business owner, plus ties to IBBA and NAR, make him a credible guide.

©2025 Brett Vogeler (P)2025 Brett Vogeler

Absolutely perfect

It was not too long, not too short, and just right for busy business owners. It teaches you how to plan your exit the smart way. I really liked the parts about knowing your business value and how to avoid bad deals.

Very Helpful Book

This book taught me how to sell a business the smart way. Easy to follow and full of good tips.

This book is a must listen

The author gives great tips and real examples. I learned when to sell, how to plan, and how to find the right buyer. The narrator's voice is clear and easy to follow. I now feel more confident about the future of my business.

Loved this audiobook

The author breaks down complex ideas into simple steps. You’ll learn what mistakes to avoid and how to get top dollar. It felt like having a mentor in my ear. The stories from other founders made it interesting and relatable. I didn’t feel lost or bored just motivated. If you’re running a company, this book will open your eyes to how important exit planning is. Don’t wait till it’s too late listen to this now

Very helpful and easy to understand.

It helps you think ahead and plan your exit wisely. I always thought selling a business was all about numbers but this book shows it’s about people, timing, and strategy too. The examples were really helpful.