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translating into a visual language
Visual language can keep a business plan, strategic plan or even common goals front and center. For most of us, after the planning session is complete the resulting document is filed away to be reviewed occasionally. Imagine if the plan was captured visually and lived on the wall or on your blotter for regular review.
bring back the fools license
What would it look like if you were “pre-forgiven” in your conversations? Would it change your approach? Would it improve conversations?
successfully spanning the curve
Successfully transitioning a family businesses have dismal statistics. Succession planning in families has built-in complications and yet ongoing legacy depends on it.
the challenge and opportunity of growing your business
Timing is everything and four other tips for growing your business.
curiosity, re-visiting our ideas and approaches results in better outcomes
At RFN, we’re proponents of making the most of smart ideas. We’re resolute in our belief that thought leaders are life-long learners, committed not only to improving themselves but to sharing valuable resources with anyone who may benefit.
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business networking - is it working for you?
Think of the process as “know, like and trust.”
how does your retention strategy fare against the Great Resignation?
As a business owner, one of the best ways to ensure your business is both attractive and competitive is to have a retention strategy that addresses current, real-world employee stressors and needs.
5 planning mistakes family businesses can make when planning for transition
“It is a wise father that knows his own child.”
William Shakespeare, Merchant of Venice
where am I?
Transition readiness is about owners leaving the business on their terms and with the highest value possible.
the difference between favourite sweatshirts and favourite conclusions
Unlike favourite sweatshirts, which should be treasured, favourite conclusions should be viewed with suspicion.
curvespanning: a new way of thinking about family business transitions
Lack of proper succession planning is primarily to blame for 70% of family businesses failing to transition between first- and second-generation owners.
The neuroscience of effective conversations - part 1
Humans are social animals. We tend to reflect what is presented to us. We move in the direction of our conversations.
The neuroscience of effective conversation - Part 2
Building trust with a client is not just about questioning effectively, it is also about asking quality questions.
how decision dynamics can help
What if you knew something really simple that would make continuous improvement easier?
Family business - a next generation opportunity?
90% of all businesses in the United States are family held. Succession planning within the family can add additional elements and legacy can have an additional level of importance.