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Succession Planning

Boards of Directors must increasingly manage their oversight of Human Capital. CEO succession planning is a critical Board responsibility. Yet in today’s climate, Board’s seem powerless in dealing with this responsibility. At Tim Horton’s and Bank of America the CEO’s announced they were leaving and the Board was unable to advise or reassure the public … read more

Succession Planning: When the Family Business Blows Up….

When the family business blows up was it really the kid’s fault? Or did they never have a chance?

Today is a Big Day!

Today Boardroom Metrics is hosting a group of Accomplished Sales Executives. We are always on the lookout for our next Accomplished Executive. If that’s you, we’d love to know you’re out there.

Succession Planning? Don't forget the business.

Here are two great succession planning checklists. This one is from the CFIB. This one is from Downey & Company, a CPA firm. It’s great that there is so much information available on succession planning. However, there’s a common feeling I get from all succession planning checklists – aside from getting a business valuation, they … read more

Private Business Owner? Looking for good book?

‘Built to Sell’ is a good book for private business owners – even if you’re not thinking of selling. The key point – that owners need to work on, not in the business can be a challenge for many owners.