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Exit Timeline Template

48-Month Strategic Exit Planning Timeline

How to Use This Timeline Template

This timeline template provides a structured approach to planning and executing your business exit over a 48-month period. Each phase builds upon the previous one to maximize value and ensure success.

Customization

Adjust timelines based on your specific situation, market conditions, and business complexity.

Progress Tracking

Check off completed milestones and track your progress through each phase.

Flexibility

Allow for market timing adjustments and unexpected opportunities or challenges.

6-Phase Exit Planning Timeline

Phase 1: Discovery & Assessment
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Phase 2: Strategy Development
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Phase 3: Value Enhancement
Months 7-30

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Phase 4: Team Preparation
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Phase 5: Exit Execution
Months 37-48

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Months 46-48

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Phase 6: Post-Exit Support
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Critical Deadlines Reminder

Key milestones that cannot be missed for successful exit execution

TimelineCritical TaskImportanceCompleted
Month 6Exit strategy selection
Critical
Month 12Management team strengthening
High
Month 18Customer diversification
High
Month 24Financial system optimization
Medium
Month 30Value enhancement completion
Critical
Month 36Advisory team assembly
Critical
Month 39Marketing launch
Critical
Month 42LOI negotiation
High
Month 48Transaction closing
Critical
Progress Tracking Dashboard
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Overall Progress
Target: Complete exit within 48 months
Customization Worksheet

Adapt this timeline to your specific situation

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