What If You Could Draft Your Business Dream Team Like the NFL?

Chantil Cammack
Apr 25
2 min read

Every spring, NFL teams gather with a singular goal in mind: build a team that can win a championship. Owners, general managers, and coaches pour over scouting reports, analyze talent, and make critical decisions—because the future of their franchise depends on it.

Now imagine you're the GM of your own business. What would your draft strategy look like? Who would be your first pick? And most importantly, are you building a business that's structured to win—or just to survive?

The Business Draft Board: Building for Long-Term Success

In the NFL, a great quarterback can change everything. But without an offensive line, even the best QB won't last long. The same is true in business: every role matters, and your success depends on the team you build and the systems that support them.

Let’s break down the business equivalents:

Quarterback (Visionary/CEO): The one with the vision, drive, and leadership.
Offensive Line (Operations & Admin): The unsung heroes who keep things running smoothly.
Wide Receivers (Marketing & Sales): They make the big plays, drive growth, and bring in revenue.
Running Backs (Product & Service Delivery): The workhorses who execute day-to-day and keep customers happy.
Defense (Finance, Legal, Compliance): Protecting the company and ensuring long-term viability.
Head Coach (Advisors like Exit IQ): Offering strategy, insight, and helping you call the right plays.

Scouting Talent and Avoiding Busts

Not every draft pick turns out to be a winner. In business, hiring the wrong person can be costly—not just in salary, but in lost productivity, poor morale, and missed opportunities. And unlike football, there's no off-season. Your business needs to perform all year long.

That’s where structure comes in. Even the best people can fail if the business isn’t built right. Without clear roles, systems, and processes, you’re leaving your success up to chance.

Why It Matters: Talent + Structure = Value

A business with the right people and the right structure is worth significantly more. Investors and buyers look for teams that can operate independently, execute consistently, and scale reliably.

This is what Exit IQ helps you build. We go beyond surface-level advice and get into the DNA of your business: identifying gaps, improving systems, and aligning your team so your business isn’t just successful today—it’s ready for a high-value exit tomorrow.