Owner Bottleneck Calculator

A number is useful only if it leads to a decision.

Use the result to decide whether the issue deserves time, advisor review, or an on-site diagnostic.

How to read this

The number is not only about hours

Owner bottlenecks also slow decisions, weaken team confidence, and lower transferability. The calculator only sizes part of the cost.

Calculator questions

Should I treat this as advice?

No. This is an estimate for planning conversation only. Tax, legal, valuation, accounting, and asset-protection questions need qualified professionals.

How accurate is the result?

Accuracy depends on the inputs. The value is in seeing the possible size of the issue before spending time on a full review.

Why ask for simple numbers?

Owners usually know enough to estimate a range. A Checkup verifies the real numbers later.

Apply for a Checkup

Tell us about the business.

We work with established owner-run businesses and only take one on when we believe the Checkup can create value. The form takes about 30 seconds.

Fit call before any on-site visit.
Written findings after the Checkup.
NDA, proof of insurance, and bonding before we visit.