Articles & Perspectives

25 Years of Exit Planning Expertise — In Writing

Dyanne Ross-Hanson has authored articles on ownership transition, key employee incentive planning, and business continuity for publications and peer groups throughout her career. Browse by topic below.

Sep 24, 2026

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

The Plan B Nobody Wants to Write

Plan B isn't pessimism. It's protecting the value you've spent your career building.

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Sep 24, 2026

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

The Number Most Owners Never Ask For

Knowing your number does not commit you to anything. Not knowing it commits you to guessing with your family’s financial future.

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Jul 17, 2026

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Family Business Transitions — The Biggest Mistake!

Most family business owners believe they have a succession plan...

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Jan 17, 2026

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Phantom Stock vs. Equity: Retaining Key Employees

As a business owner, you know the sleepless nights aren’t always about...

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Jan 10, 2026

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Business Valuations

A business valuation isn’t just about preparing for a sale. It’s about understanding...

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Oct 19, 2024

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

The New Paradigm in Key Employee Retention Plans

The pandemic provided business owners with a unique opportunity for...

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Apr 30, 2024

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Is Your Buy-Sell Agreement Still Doing Its Job?

Most business owners view their buy-sell agreement as a document...

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Apr 18, 2021

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Business Continuity — Making Sure Your Business Continues if You Don't

A “Universal Truth” is that every business owner, will someday exit...

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Mar 17, 2020

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Exit Planning — 7 Common Myths

Every single business owner WILL exit their business one day, voluntarily or...

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Mar 7, 2017

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Is Selling to Key Employees a Pipe Dream or Do-Able?

BABY BOOMER business owners are transitioning ownership...

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Jul 26, 2016

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Fair vs. Equal When Planning for the Next Generation

FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESSES form the backbone of our American...

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Apr 15, 2016

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Key Employee Incentive/Retention Plans — What Are You Waiting For?

The talent and contributions of key employees are often cited as one...

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Mar 10, 2014

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Family Business Transitions

Begin preparing now for an efficient transfer to the next generation...

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Sep 16, 2008

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Internal Moves May Work When Exiting Your Firm

UP TO 75 PERCENT of the typical business owner’s net worth is tied up...

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Jul 26, 2026

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

The Real Purpose of Long-Term Incentive Plans

When business owners ask about implementing a long-term...

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Jan 22, 2026

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

7-Step Process

Step 1 – Identify Exit Objectives: Date you plan to leave your business...

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Jun 21, 2019

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Maximizing Your Sales Price by Offering a Stay Bonus to Key Employees

MANY BUSINESS OWNERS envision one day transitioning ownership of...

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Feb 1, 2019

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Selling a Business to Employees

Baby Boomer Business Owners are transitioning ownership...

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Oct 11, 2018

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Business Continuity Considerations: What's Important

Business continuity planning focuses on preserving and protecti...

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Oct 7, 2018

Dyanne Ross-Hanson

Pitfalls to Avoid in Your Buy-Sell Agreement

A BUY-SELL AGREEMENT should exist in every private company...

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