Field Notes
Articles and guides on succession planning for established local businesses — successor selection, family transitions, and staff handovers in Australia.
Practical writing for owners navigating ownership change. No generic productivity advice — just succession decisions grounded in real local business contexts.
When the obvious successor is not the right one
Family loyalty and business capability do not always align. How to evaluate successors without damaging relationships.
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What to tell staff before a ownership change
Timing and wording matter when announcing a business handover. A practical guide for local business owners in Australia.
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Three financial documents to gather before succession planning
The management accounts, asset register, and debt schedule every owner should assemble before a transition assessment.
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Vendor finance in local business sales — when it helps and when it hurts
Earn-outs and vendor finance are common in Australian SME sales. What owners should consider before offering terms to a buyer.
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