please list FIVE key takeaways from the class that connect with your learning and discuss one in detail.. The topic is Planning for the Harvest

By studying this chapter, you should be able to

13-1 Explain the importance of having a harvest, or exit, plan.

13-2 Describe the options available for harvesting.

13-3 Explain the issues in valuing a firm that is being harvested and deciding on the method of payment.

13-4 Provide advice on developing an effective harvest plan.

Harvesting (exiting) The process used by entrepreneurs and investors to reap the value of their investment in a business when they leave it.

Harvesting is about more than merely selling and leaving a business.

It involves capturing value (cash flows), reducing risk, and creating future options.

A firms appeal to investors is driven, in part, by the availability of harvest options.

Learning Objectives:

• Explain the importance of having a harvest, or exit, plan.
• Describe the options available for harvesting.
• Explain the issues in valuing a firm that is being harvested and deciding on the method of payment.
• Provide advice on developing an effective harvest plan.

1. Identify and list five distinct takeaways (your points will be deducted if you list less).

2. Focus on one takeaway and provide details about it from the chapter topic ( Planning for the Harvest).

3. Finally, combining that learning from a current WSJ news item that is recent ( provide the link to the referred news item/case)

PLEASE READ THE QUESTION CAREFULLY AND ANSWER IT THE CORRECT WAY. THANKS.