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Org Design for Generational Transition: What Family and Founder-Led Businesses Must Rethink

🔁 Generational handoffs don’t fail because of bad intentions—they fail because the business itself isn’t ready to evolve.

Too many family businesses focus on who’s next—but the real question is:

👉 What must change in the organization to support who’s next?

In my latest article, I break down what family businesses must rethink during generational transitions:
✅ Capability-first workflow design
✅ Strategic structure and governance
✅ Role clarity and decision rights
✅ Building leadership beyond the family tree

💡 If you’re advising or leading a family-owned business, this is your guide to building an organization that thrives for generations to come.

🔗 Leadership by Degrees

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How Trust and Culture Shape Leadership Success

Leadership isn’t just about making decisions; it’s about modeling the behaviors that inspire others and set the foundation for organizational success. At its core, leadership thrives on trust, built on three unshakable pillars: character, competence, and communication. But trust alone isn’t enough. To truly lead, you must also shape the culture—the invisible force that drivesContinue reading “How Trust and Culture Shape Leadership Success”

Leading with Purpose: How Exceptional Leaders Inspire and Connect

In my work with executives and senior leaders, I am consistently fascinated by their stories of how they found themselves in leadership roles. Was it a choice, a volunteered opportunity, or an assumed path for advancement? What or who inspired them? Regardless of the reason, they all acknowledge that leadership is a significant responsibility andContinue reading “Leading with Purpose: How Exceptional Leaders Inspire and Connect”

Balancing Leading and Following for Organizational Success

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, a reflective approach to leadership is essential for cultivating versatile organizations and leaders. Navigating uncertainties with agility and transparency not only requires strong leadership but also deep engagement with those responsible for executing strategic visions. When advising leadership clients, we emphasize the critical balance between ‘leading’ and ‘following’. This balanceContinue reading “Balancing Leading and Following for Organizational Success”

Setting Expectations: A Blueprint for Success

Setting expectations is something we experience early on—as a child we were expected to clean our room before we could go out and play; as students we were expected to complete our homework before we could go to the weekly sporting event; as employees we have goals we create or are created for us andContinue reading “Setting Expectations: A Blueprint for Success”