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Rob Ferguson

10 Steps to a Successful Succession

By Rob Ferguson / June 26, 2023

Follow our 10-step succession plan to pave the way for a successful transition, securing the future of the business and its legacy.

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The Truth About Executive Coaching

By Rob Ferguson / June 13, 2023

Executive coaching can help you improve exponentially as a leader – but most executives won’t hire a coach. Here’s why.

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Become a Better Leader by Taking a Future Perspective to Problem Solving

By Rob Ferguson / May 30, 2023

Most leaders approach challenges by asking “How do I get this issue off my plate NOW? What can I do immediately?” Here’s a more strategic approach.

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Planning: The GPS for Your Family Business Journey

By Rob Ferguson / May 22, 2023

30 minute planning presentation: 4 plans every family business needs, common mistakes, best practices, a strategic framework for alignment.

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How to Lead Your Family Business Through the Dynamics of Change

By Rob Ferguson / April 3, 2023

The process of change can be uncomfortable for everyone involved. Everyone goes through four very predictable stages. Here’s how to recognize and lead through each stage.

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Strategic Planning for Family Businesses: Using SWOT, PESTLE, and Ansoff

By Rob Ferguson / March 21, 2023

Develop a better strategic plan for your family business. Use these tools to uncover important factors that might otherwise be overlooked.

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The Family Business Priority Triad: a Strategy for Growth

By Rob Ferguson / March 14, 2023

There are 3 main priorities family business leaders can focus their strategy on: growth, control, and liquidity. Here is how the options play out.

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Strategic Failures

Famous Strategic Failures (and What We Can Learn From Them)

By Rob Ferguson / February 21, 2023

In this article, we examine the strategic failures of three famous companies and pull out some lessons we can learn from their mistakes.

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Does Your Family Business Need a Board of Directors?

By Rob Ferguson / February 6, 2023

Does your family business have a board of directors? Does it need one? Here’s what you need to know about setting up a family business board.

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Family Business Advisor

6 Factors to Consider when Seeking Family Business Consulting Services

By Rob Ferguson / January 23, 2023

Smart family business leaders seek outside consultation when necessary. Here are 6 factors to consider when looking for business consulting services.

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