Exit strategy How you leave your company is just as important as how you start it. We look at how to put a plan in place S etting up a new business? Are you sure you've thought of everything? What about how you want to leave the company in the end? When you're starting out, an exit strategy can seem like the lowest priority - but it's crucial to have a plan in place, because it will shape the way you approach everything about the business. "Laying the groundwork for the successful sale of a business represents one of the most significant challenges in the lifecycle of any company and, 289