How to grow a business for a successful exit "Growing to sell" sounds odd, doesn't it? But if you set in place a growth strategy specifically designed for your exit, you could reap the rewards. Rob Goddard, CEO of EvolutionCBS, explains how and shares his top tips H ow do you want to leave your business? That's a question often left unanswered - or even unasked - until the last minute, when you decide to sell up. But if you switch things around and look �irst at how and when you want to leave - and how much money you'll need afterwards - you'll be able to drive the business towards those objectives. Remember, exiting a business doesn't necessarily mean leaving it. Depending on how your company is structured, you and your fellow shareholders may sell a proportion of your shareholding to an investor to release some cash. In family businesses, the founder may end operational involvement but continue to provide advice and guidance. You may