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title: Introducing the Newest Exit is Now Podcast, Walking to Destiny
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# Introducing the Newest Exit is Now Podcast, Walking to Destiny

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## What is *Exit is Now: Walking to Destiny*?

The [*Exit is Now: Walking to Destiny*](https://podcast.exit-planning-institute.org/walking-to-destiny)* *is a new podcast from the [Exit Planning Institute® (EPI)](https://exit-planning-institute.org/) that features a deep dive into the concepts introduced in EPI Chairman Christopher Snider’s foundational book, [*Walking to Destiny: 11 Actions an Owner Must Take to Rapidly Grow Value & Unlock Wealth*](https://exit-planning-institute.org/resources/walking-destiny-downloads).

In each episode, Christopher and EPI President Scott Snider will break down chapters from the book, exploring the business owner mindset, value creation strategies, leadership principles, the Four Intangible Capitals, the Three Legs of the Stool, the Two Concurrent Paths, and practical approaches to building, protecting, harvesting, and managing wealth.

“If you’re a [Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®)](https://exit-planning-institute.org/program/certified-exit-planning-advisor) listening to our show, I want you to slow down to speed up, revisit the [Value Acceleration Methodology™ (VAM)](https://exit-planning-institute.org/about-us-methodology) with us as we talk through several episodes,” Scott says. “If you’re a non-CEPA advisor, or even a business owner, I hope you learn some value acceleration nuggets so that we can help change your mindset, how you measure how value is driven, and show you how your goals are aligned.”

Hearing Christopher and Scott discuss these ideas in their own words will give listeners a deeper understanding of the thinking behind VAM. Listeners can hear the context, nuance, and real-world applications that bring them to life.

### Move from Concepts to Execution

Christopher’s original *Walking to Destiny* book introduces many concepts, including the Value Acceleration Methodology. VAM is the foundation on which the work of Certified Exit Planning Advisors is built. It teaches business owners and their advisors how to protect, create, and grow value within a company, and grow from successful to significant.

It also introduces the Three Legs of the Stool: Business, Financial, and Personal. In this podcast, Christopher and Scott will explore real-life examples of business owners who aligned all three legs and exited their businesses successfully.

Episodes will also feature personal stories and professional insights from both Christopher and Scott. As the podcast progresses, the duo will also introduce new voices to the show, including members of EPI’s [Thought Leadership Council](https://exit-planning-institute.org/about-us/epi-thought-leadership-council), to share their expertise.

### Read *Walking to Destiny*

Want to read *Walking to Destiny* before listening to the podcast, or follow along as Christopher and Scott walk through the book? Purchase *Walking to Destiny *[here](https://exit-planning-institute.org/resources/walking-destiny-downloads). On this page, you can also download select chapters of the book to kickstart your value acceleration journey.

## How to Listen

Whether you’re a CEPA, a non-CEPA advisor, or a business owner, *Exit is Now: Walking to Destiny *is a valuable resource, offering a closer look at the ideas behind value creation and exit planning.

This podcast will be one of the few opportunities to hear directly from the creator of the Value Acceleration Methodology, Christopher Snider, in 2026, as he shares the real-world application of the Methodology.

New episodes of the podcast will be released biweekly on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and other popular podcast platforms.

The first episode of *Exit is Now: Walking to Destiny, *which focuses on the creation of the Value Acceleration Methodology, will release on July 15. To learn more about Christopher, Scott, and what to expect from the show, visit the [podcast home page](https://podcast.exit-planning-institute.org/walking-to-destiny).

### About the Value Acceleration Methodology™

The Value Acceleration Methodology™ is the strategic framework for executing exit planning, creating value for the business owner’s company while aligning their business, personal, and financial goals. The Value Acceleration Methodology guides the Certified Exit Planning Advisor and Business Owner through three gates (Discover, Prepare, and Decide) with the ultimate goal to move to advanced value creation or to exit the business.

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- [Purchase *Walking to Destiny*](https://exit-planning-institute.org/resources/walking-destiny-downloads)
- [Learn more about the Value Acceleration Methodology](https://blog.exit-planning-institute.org/what-is-value-acceleration-methodology)

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