It's taken you years to build your business – you've been at the helm for its successes, helped it recover from setbacks, and created an incredible legacy that you're proud of. So what's next?

As a key executive in a privately-owned business, you may find yourself feeling differently than the founder/owner about the direction the business is taking. After you’ve put a good chunk of your career into helping the company grow, running up against resistance to your vision can be frustrating.

You’ve put a lot of sweat equity into your business, and you’re invested (both financially and emotionally) in seeing it succeed. But what happens when you want to step back a bit – or step down completely? What if the competitive landscape in your industry has changed and you must adapt? Are you up for the challenge at this point in your life? Do you want to give loyal employees the opportunity to take on these challenges – or start passing the torch on to the next generation of family members?