How to Tell a Great ESOP Creation Story

What if you could win over potential new colleagues with a well-crafted story that makes people want to join you, tugs at the heartstrings, and creates a sense of belonging from the very first day? How would you do that? You might consider telling creation stories.
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Is It Time to Reinvent Ownership?

Americans have largely taken for granted that businesses should be owned by their investors or founders. Some believe it is the best ownership system possible; others simply accept it as an inevitable consequence of capitalism.

Issues in Selling an ESOP Company

Most ESOP companies have no desire to be sold. Boards and company leadership value the independence, culture, tax benefits, and system of sharing that ESOPs provide. But there are times when a sale is desirable. The company may need to sell to grow, may receive an extraordinary offer, may not have the cash for repurchase obligations, or any number of other reasons.
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