Insights

Passing the Baton

In the world of business, few moments carry the complexity and emotional weight of transitioning a family-owned business from one generation to the next. While succession planning may appear straightforward…

Succession

What’s In A Tick?

In 2010, my diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes, ignited a commitment to conscientiously manage the condition over the past 14 years.  Through a balanced approach integrating nutrition, exercise, and medication,…

ROI

It took a week but…

A recent client, who set up her business last December, is experiencing growth in clientele.  As a result, the client is seeking guidance on how to manage this growth through…

Mindset

Self Help is the Best Help

Recently a client graciously loaned me a copy of “Your Second Life Begins When You Realize You Only Have One” by Raphelle Giordano. This book is a unique fusion of…

Coaching

What’s My Role?

For a business owner selling a business it is a whirlwind of emotions and activities.   From the initial decision to sell to the final handover every step along that journey…

Succession

Overcoming the Killer of Dreams

So far in 2024, a recurring theme has emerged among my clients – the struggle to overcome decision-making paralysis stemming from procrastination. Procrastination – the thief of time, the killer…

Control

Taking a Break

In the dynamic landscape of business, there is one undeniable truth: the path from where the business stands today to where it aspires to be is not a straight line. …

Mindset

Be Uncomfortable…

Change is an inevitable force that shapes the trajectory of our lives propelling us forward into the unknown.  Change will often be a blend of apprehension and excitement marking the…

Leadership

Whatever You Measure Is What You Will Get

Throughout my journey as a Chartered Accountant, one of my guiding principles is “Whatever you measure is what you will get.”  This principle underscores the significance of Key Performance Indicators…

ROI

Dealing with Feeling Overwhelmed

A recurring observation about business owners is their perpetual eagerness for innovative ideas to take their businesses to new heights.  However, the implementation of these ideas gets bogged down by…

Leadership

How Does a Child Spell Love?

During my discussions with business owners regarding the drivers behind them being in business, a recurring theme emerges; the desire to dedicate more time to their families. Paradoxically, as their…

People

Dare to Connect

Are you ready to re-discover your passion, re-align your actions, and create a business that supports the life to which you truly aspire? Contact me for a no-obligation Strategy Conversation on how I will work with you to make this a reality.

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