Founder Dependency is the extent to which revenue, customer relationships, operations, technology, or decision-making rely on the founder.

What Does Founder Dependency Mean?

The extent to which revenue, customer relationships, operations, technology, or decision-making rely on the founder.

Why Is Founder Dependency Important When Selling an Online Business?

This term can affect how buyers evaluate risk, value, transferability, payment structure, or the practical completion of an online business acquisition. Founders should understand it before entering negotiations or signing transaction documents.

Related Terms

• Transferability
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Transition Period
• Key Person Risk
• Exit Readiness

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