Discover What Your Business Is Actually Worth
The Value Compass is a free, 18-question assessment powered by data research from Harvard and MIT engineers. Answer 18 targeted questions and get your personalized Business Valuation Snapshot in under 10 minutes.
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Most business owners have no idea what their company is actually worth, or what's holding the number back. The Value Compass changes that.
Developed from research by data engineers at Harvard and MIT, the Value Compass analyzes 18 specific drivers that buyers, investors, and acquirers use to determine what a business is really worth. This isn't a generic questionnaire. It's a precision diagnostic built from actual M&A and valuation data.
In under 10 minutes, you get a clear picture of where your business stands, where value is being left on the table, and what moves would have the greatest impact on what your company is actually worth.
"Most owners are sitting on more value than they realize, and losing it in ways they can't see. The Value Compass shows you exactly where you stand."
What Buyers Actually Look At
These are the 18 specific factors that determine what a business is worth, and what you can do to increase it.
Revenue Growth Trajectory
Consistent upward trends signal a healthy, scalable business to every buyer in the market.
Profit Margins & EBITDA
Strong margins show operational efficiency and directly drive the multiples your business commands.
Recurring Revenue
Predictable, repeating revenue streams command premium valuation in any industry or market.
Customer Concentration
A diversified customer base reduces risk and increases confidence for acquirers at the table.
Customer Retention
Low churn and high loyalty demonstrate that the business has real, lasting value beyond the sale.
Operational Independence
A business that runs without the owner is worth significantly more than one that doesn't.
Leadership Team Depth
A capable team that can execute without the founder de-risks the transition for every buyer.
Documented Systems & Processes
Clear, repeatable processes make a business transferable, scalable, and far more valuable.
Financial Reporting Clarity
Clean, accurate financials reduce due diligence risk and accelerate deal timelines significantly.
Market Position & Share
A defensible position in a growing market signals long-term upside to every serious buyer.
Competitive Advantages
Durable moats (brand, proprietary methods, relationships) protect and elevate enterprise value.
Brand & Reputation
A recognized, trusted brand carries real, measurable equity in any business transaction.
Intellectual Property
Proprietary products, patents, or methods create value that isn't easily replicated or replaced.
Technology Infrastructure
Modern, scalable technology signals a business that's ready for the next stage of growth.
Sales Process & Pipeline
A structured, repeatable sales engine proves revenue isn't reliant on any one person.
Scalability Potential
Can the business grow revenue without proportional cost increases? Buyers pay a premium for that.
Exit Readiness
Understanding your options, timeline, and deal structure before a transaction is non-negotiable.
Strategic Value to Buyers
The best exits happen when buyers see synergies you've built on purpose, not by accident.
Three Steps to Your Business Snapshot
Answer 18 Questions
Straightforward questions about your business across all 18 value drivers. No complex data entry. Takes under 10 minutes to complete.
Get Your Snapshot
Receive a personalized Business Valuation Snapshot showing your strengths, gaps, and where value is being left on the table right now.
Review With an Advisor
An Enterprise Sage advisor walks through your results with you and shows you exactly what to do next to increase what your business is worth.
Know What Your Business Is Worth Before Someone Else Tells You
The Value Compass takes under 10 minutes and gives you the clearest picture you've ever had of your company's actual value, and exactly what's holding it back.
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