Let’s Talk Exit Readiness: Building a Business That Runs (and Sells) Without You with Christian Sykes

Most owners spend decades grinding to build a business, but almost zero time preparing to actually sell it. In this episode of Let’s Talk Small Business, Mitchell Wilson sits down with Christian Sykes, founder of Exit Ready, to tackle the reality of founder dependency—and how it quietly kills business value. Christian breaks down why building an "exit ready" company isn't about black magic or five-year plans; it's about 12 months of smart systems, clear documentation, and learning to let go. Whether you want to step back in 12 months or 10 years, optimizing your business today gives you mental bandwidth now and a massive payout later.

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