Summary:
The book provides entrepreneurs with practical guidance on how to build a valuable business that can thrive without them, emphasizing the importance of systems, scaling, and preparing the business for a successful sale. It offers strategies for overcoming common growth challenges, creating a sellable asset, and maximizing the company's worth through real-world examples and actionable advice.
Key points:
1. Sweat Equity: Invest hard work into your business to make it run without you, turning effort into real value.
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