exit strategy

Tool Stack Liquidity vs. Lock-In: The 2026 Solo Creator’s Framework for Choosing Between Open-API and Closed-Ecosystem Tools

This framework helps solo creators navigate the trade-off between tool stack liquidity and lock-in. It provides a strategic decision matrix based on your business growth stage and long-term exit goals.

The 2026 Solo Creator’s Technical Debt-to-Exit Ratio: How Your Automation Stack Directly Impacts Your Business’s Sale Price

For solo creators planning an exit, a Technical Debt-to-Exit Ratio quantifies how a complex automation stack erodes business value. This article provides a calculation model, a case study, and an 18-month roadmap to prepare your business for a lucrative sale.