After years of building a business upon your own capability, it is natural to look for someone just like you to step into your shoes. But this could be the worst decision you ever make. There is no question…
Self-Interest Is The Antithesis Of Success
Self-interest is the one action that is most likely to undermine your success. In business, in leadership and, often in life, putting yourself first can be a dire mistake. Active Knowledge Questions: How do you view personal success? Do…
My Child Wants To Leave #Succession
‘My family business is going to transition to the next generation but I’m not sure that one of my children is on board with this transition. I think they want to do their own thing.’ Parents typically like to…
Assessing Strategy
Strategy is simply how you intend to compete as a business – but there is nothing simple about competing effectively. Your goal should be to develop undefeatable strategies in building a great business, and nothing less should be acceptable. So…
Criticism Doesn’t Motivate #Succession
‘I cannot believe how they could have made that decision. Have they got no brains at all? What were they thinking? Or were they just not thinking?’ How would you describe your current management style? Are you a screamer, shouting…
