RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 The Classic Five-Step Turnaround Process JF The Journal of Private Equity FD Institutional Investor Journals SP 53 OP 58 DO 10.3905/jpe.2005.490419 VO 8 IS 2 A1 Russell K. Burbank YR 2005 UL https://pm-research.com/content/8/2/53.abstract AB No company is immune from experiencing the highs and lows of the business lifecycle throughout the course of its existence. Regardless of their ultimate level of success and distress, or failure, most firms will experience early days of achievement and later challenges that threaten this success. How can business leaders lessen the impact of a downturn? What can owners and investors do when the first signs of distress become evident? This case study will highlight a proven five-step turnaround process that can help companies restore value.