Category Archives: Leadership

The Role of a Coach in Exit Planning

Posted on May 19, 2023 by John F. Dini

Defining the role of a coach on your exit planning team doesn’t just happen. Like any other aspect of working with consultants, you need to set expectations upfront. Many advisors like to characterize themselves as the “quarterback” of a transition … Continue reading →

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“Work From Anywhere” Comes Full Circle

Posted on March 14, 2023 by John F. Dini

Work from anywhere was initially a boon for many employees. Now employers are catching up. Continue reading →

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Family Succession Planning: Who Gets the Office?

Posted on January 30, 2023 by John F. Dini

Sometimes the most sensitive question in family succession planning is “Who gets the office?” Dad’s (or Mom’s) office is usually perceived as the center of authority by the employees and other family members. That is where you got called on … Continue reading →

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Exit Strategy – Harvest or Grow?

Posted on November 16, 2022 by John F. Dini

In every internal transfer, whether to family or employees, the owner/seller has to make the harvest or grow decision. We’ll presume that your business has already reached a point where its value meets or exceeds your financial objectives as the … Continue reading →

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An Employee Retention Culture

Posted on March 16, 2022 by John F. Dini

Do you have an employee retention culture? Finding and keeping employees is exceptionally tough at present. Some are working remotely and being poached by employers in another state, others are listening to the pundits saying that employment is a seller’s … Continue reading →