Too often, owners discover that the compensation plans they've put in place
for key employees are sadly inadequate only when those key employees leave
their companies for greener pastures. The departure of one or more of these
key employees can not only complicate your daily business life, but it can slam
shut the door on your exit plans. Without experienced management in place, it
may be unlikely that you will be able to leave your business in style. In fact,
you may not be able to leave it at all. Key employees are aptly named not only
because they are key to the efficient and profitable operation of your business;
they are also key to your departure. No one will want or be able to run your
business without you, unless key management remains after your departure.