by Greg Caruso | Jul 10, 2024 | Business Exit and Succession Planning, Business Valuation Basics
Have you ever worn rose colored glasses? At first, everything is pink. Weirdly pink. But then you get used to it, and it seems normal. Kind of like, “It’s just the way it is, the way things work.” Rose colored glasses are a filter for our eyes. We also...
by Greg Caruso | Jun 17, 2024 | Business Valuation Basics, Increase Business Value
At the highest level, business value is simple. The formula is: Business value = Forecast Future Cash Flow / Risk In business valuation risk is the likelihood of achieving the forecasted cash flow in the future. Risks come from many angles and chip away at...
by Greg Caruso | May 16, 2024 | Business Valuation Basics, ESOP Business Valuation, Increase Business Value
In the fast-paced world of business, productivity is queen and king. Overall, improving productivity is not just about doing more work; it’s about working smarter, achieving better results, and creating value for all stakeholders involved—employees,...
by Greg Caruso | Apr 18, 2024 | Business Valuation Basics, ESOP Business Valuation, Increase Business Value
A great customer for a business is typically one who brings long-term value and positive contributions to the company. They appreciate the value you bring, the quality you pour into your work, and the passion that fuels your hustle. Here’s what makes a...
by Greg Caruso | Mar 26, 2024 | Business Valuation Basics
Airline pricing strategies are complex and dynamic, influenced by a variety of factors such as demand, competition, operational costs, and historical customer behavior. Airlines employ several pricing strategies to optimize revenue and stay competitive in the...
by Greg Caruso | Feb 20, 2024 | ESOP Business Valuation, Increase Business Value
Reducing business risk is not merely about safeguarding profitability, it’s about building a foundation of trust and security. When navigating turbulent economic waters – every employee, their families, their financial hopes are banking on your decisions....
by Greg Caruso | Jan 18, 2024 | Business Valuation Basics, Increase Business Value
Planning is a process that involves thinking ahead (hence playing chess) and organizing actions to achieve specific goals. Successfully done, it can allow management to see the future and act quickly on opportunities or threats growing the value of the business. The...
by Greg Caruso | Dec 12, 2023 | ESOP Business Valuation, Increase Business Value
In today’s competitive and dynamic business landscape, companies are continually seeking strategies to enhance their performance, productivity, and overall success. Among these strategies, one often overlooked yet powerful aspect is gratitude. Gratitude, the...
by Greg Caruso | Dec 5, 2023 | Estate and Gift Tax Business Valuation
In the realm of estate and gift tax valuation, the concept of Discount for Lack of Marketability (DLOM) plays a crucial role in determining the fair market value of closely held business interests. The DLOM reflects the reduced value of such interests due to their...
by Greg Caruso | Nov 17, 2023 | ESOP Business Valuation
Humans have a natural desire for autonomy and independence. When management’s style consists of only telling employees what to do, this can lead to lower self-esteem, resentment, and anxiety in employees. ESOPs (Employee Stock Ownership Plans) can lead to a better...