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Seven Surprises That Smack New CEOs in the Face — And How to Beat Them

Most CEOs get blindsided in year one.

You think it’s about making big decisions — but it’s actually...

Selling Your Business? Proprietary Deal vs. Auction—What Every Founder Must Know

How to Maximize Your Exit Valuation Without Wasting Time or Leaving Money on the Table

From $7M to $20M: Breaking Through the Hidden Bottlenecks That Stall Founder-Led Growth

If you're a founder, you've probably lived this story.

How to Add $2 – $5 Million to Your Exit—Without Hiring a Full-Time Exec Team

Back in 2021 I sold my company, NewAir, to private-equity. Yes, the topline was strong—north of $80...

Tariff Survival Tactics: Real Strategies to Cut Costs in 2025

Six Legal Moves for Home & Housewares Importers

How LinkedIn Consultants Can Monetize Their Knowledge Through Expert Networks

By Luke Peters – Founder, Apex CEO