The Exit Readiness Survey - Chalkhill Blue

Most Business Owners Regret Selling…

65% of businesses never sell.

75% of those that do… regret it.

Why? Because they weren’t prepared.

Let’s make sure that you are.

In just 10 minutes, discover if you’re exit-ready with our Exit Readiness Survey 

Personalised exit readiness score & report
100% free — no obligation

Gain Clarity. Avoid Regret. Maximise Value.

Many business owners we talk to are:

  • Approaching an exit but unsure what buyers will actually value
  • Facing surprises in due diligence — too late
  • Wondering if their systems, financials and leadership structure will hold up
  • Worried they won’t get the valuation they’ve worked their whole career to earn
  • Concerned they’ll lose momentum, control or timing if they go to market too early

That’s why we built the Exit Readiness Survey — to help you uncover weaknesses before they become deal-breakers.

Built from the frameworks in The Amazon Best-Selling Exit Roadmap

Get a Snapshot of Your Sale Readiness & Exactly What to Fix

Benefit 1: Uncover Hidden Risks

Identify gaps that could delay or derail your exit while you still have time to fix them.

Benefit 2: Maximise Your Business Value

Ensure you exit at the highest possible valuation by addressing factors that buyers care about most.

Benefit 3: Avoid Deal Killers

Spot common issues that cause deals to collapse during due diligence.

Benefit 4: Gain Complete Confidence

Know you’re fully prepared to exit on your terms — whether that’s in 12 months or 5 years.

The #1 reason deals fall through? Surprises during due diligence. This survey helps you find them before a buyer does.

“It’s like a free pre-due diligence check, without the stress.”

Trusted Exit Expertise for SME Owners

Chalkhill Blue has helped dozens of UK business owners prepare, position and successfully exit their companies — many for life-changing outcomes.

  • Built on The Exit Roadmap framework by Chris Spratling (Amazon Best Seller)
  • 20+ years working with £1m–£30m turnover businesses
  • Experience across trade sales, private equity, MBOs and EOT’s
  • Successful exits across multiple industries and sectors

“Without Chalkhill Blue’s guidance, I would never have spotted the deal killers that could have destroyed my exit.”

“The Exit Readiness Survey helped me identify real value levers — we exited well above initial valuation.”

3 Steps to Exit Confidence

  • Answer 66 Exit-Focused Questions
    No prep needed, just answer honestly. Each question is designed by exit experts — no fluff, just substance that matters to buyers.
  • Receive Instant Personalised Insights
    Your bespoke report shows strengths, gaps and next steps.
  • (Optional) Book a No-Pressure Strategy Call
    Explore your results with an expert. No obligations.

✅ Fast. Free. Confidential.

✅ Just 10 minutes. Big clarity.

Clear, actionable insights.

This isn’t a lead magnet in disguise. It’s a powerful diagnostic tool created to give you strategic clarity, instantly. There’s no sales pitch. No spam. Just insight you can act on today.

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