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Legacy Assessment
◆ Legacy Readiness Assessment
First Generation Edition
Discover Where Your Business Stands Today
Legacy Starts With the First.
Every business has a current position and a future vision. The challenge is not knowing where you want to go. The challenge is building a business capable of getting you there.
The Legacy Readiness Assessment was created for first-generation business owners who want to build intentionally. This complimentary assessment helps evaluate six foundational areas that influence the long-term health, stability, and future readiness of a business.
This is not a test. There are no perfect scores. The most valuable insights come from honest reflection.
Step 1 — Your Information
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◆ Before You Begin
Take your time.
This assessment is not about achieving a perfect score. It is about gaining clarity.
Every successful business begins by understanding its current position before planning its future.
Answer each question honestly based on where your business stands today. Your answers will help identify strengths, uncover opportunities, and prepare for a more meaningful Legacy Strategy Consultation.
◆ The LEGACY Framework
The Legacy Readiness Assessment evaluates six foundational areas that influence a business's ability to grow, operate with structure, and create opportunities beyond the owner.
L Leadership & Vision
Knowing where you're going and why it matters.
E Economic Foundation
Building financial confidence through clarity and informed decision-making.
G Growth Systems
Creating systems that support consistent and intentional growth.
A Accountability
Turning goals into action through ownership and follow-through.
C Continuity
Building a business that can continue beyond the owner's daily involvement.
Y Your Future
Creating opportunities that extend beyond today's success.
Step 2 — Your Assessment
Answer each statement based on where your business is today, not where you hope it will be tomorrow. Honest answers produce the most valuable insights.
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Not Yet
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Beginning
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Developing
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Strong
5
Excellent
L
Leadership & Vision
Who are we, where are we going, and why does it matter?
0 / 20
I have a clearly defined vision for my business that guides my decisions.
My business values are documented and reflected in how we operate daily.
?What are business values?The principles that define how your business operates — what you stand for and how you make decisions.
Integrity — we do what we say
Excellence — we deliver quality
Service — clients come first
Legacy — we build for the future
Documented means written down. Reflected means they actually shape daily decisions.
I can clearly communicate where my business will be in 5–10 years.
My team understands and is aligned with the direction of the business.
◆ Reflection
What do you hope your business accomplishes beyond generating income?
E
Economic Foundation
Do we have the financial clarity to make confident decisions?
0 / 20
I review accurate financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) at least monthly.
I have a clear picture of my business cash flow at any given time.
My financial records are organized, current, and readily accessible.
I make business decisions with reliable financial information — not estimates or guesses.
◆ Reflection
Where do you feel least confident about your financial foundation?
G
Growth Systems
Are our systems built to grow without depending on the owner?
0 / 20
My core business processes are documented and could be followed by someone other than me.
My business can operate consistently when I am not present.
I have systems and tools in place that support efficient, repeatable operations.
My business growth is intentional and planned — not just reactive to opportunity.
◆ Reflection
What would break in your business if you were unavailable for 30 days?
A
Accountability
Are we actually doing what we said we would do?
0 / 20
My business has clear goals with defined timelines and measurable outcomes.
Roles and responsibilities in my business are clearly defined and understood.
My team (or I) regularly reviews progress against our business goals.
When commitments are not met, we address it directly — not let it slide.
◆ Reflection
What goal has your business been working toward — but not yet achieving? What's getting in the way?
C
Continuity
Can this business operate and thrive without depending on the owner's daily involvement?
0 / 20
My business has a documented plan for what happens if I am suddenly unable to work.
Key business knowledge, relationships, and processes are not dependent on me alone.
?Examples of critical knowledgeIf something happened to you today, could someone else step in and find what they need?
Passwords & login credentials
Bank accounts & institutions
Safe deposit box & key location
Attorney & legal counsel
Accountant & auditor contacts
Insurance policies & agents
Key vendors & supplier contacts
Business licenses & registrations
Lease agreements & property docs
Employee & payroll information
I have identified and begun developing future leaders within my business or family.
I have given thought to what a transition, sale, or succession would look like for my business.
◆ Reflection
If something happened to you today, what would happen to your business tomorrow?
Y
Your Future
What future are you creating?
0 / 20
I have a clear picture of the legacy I want my business to leave behind.
My business is intentionally creating opportunities for my family, employees, or community.
I think about the long-term impact of my business decisions — not just the short-term results.
I am building a business that could create meaningful opportunities for future generations.
◆ Reflection
When people talk about your business twenty years from now, what do you hope they say?
Before You Submit
This assessment is provided by 4D Financial Solutions LLC for educational and informational purposes only. Your responses are used solely to prepare for your Legacy Strategy Consultation session. Completing this assessment does not create a client relationship, and the results do not constitute financial, legal, tax, or professional advice of any kind. The LEGACY Framework and all assessment content are the proprietary intellectual property of 4D Financial Solutions LLC.
I have read and understand the above. I agree to the and for this assessment.
Your results will guide your advisory session.
◆ Your Legacy Readiness Score
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out of 120
Your score is not a judgment.
It is a starting point. The purpose of this assessment is to help you understand where your business stands today so you can begin building intentionally.
Every successful business begins by understanding where it stands today. Today's results provide a starting point for building intentionally.
Key Opportunities for Our Session
◆ Closing Reflection
"Based on everything you've reflected on today, what do you believe is the most important step you need to take to build the legacy you described?"
◆ Your Next Step
Legacy Strategy Consultation
If you would like personalized guidance based on your assessment results, schedule a Legacy Strategy Consultation. During this 60-minute consultation we will:
Review your assessment results
Discuss your current business position
Clarify your future goals
Identify priorities across the LEGACY Framework
Develop strategic recommendations tailored to your business