MUSINGS

Ideas and inspiration from what I’m
watching, reading and researching.

90-Day Plan to Help New Managers Adapt to Leadership

In recent weeks, I’ve shared tips and strategies on how to overcome challenges as a new manager. But what do they look like in action? Today, I want to share a real-life case study with you. It highlights how one of my clients successfully implemented…

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Fireside Chat #3 With JB: Navigating Governance Challenges in Family-Owned Real Estate Businesses

Fireside Chat #3 With JB: Navigating Governance Challenges in Family-Owned Real Estate Businesses We’re back with another fireside chat. Today we’re focusing on family-business boardrooms and governance. Kelly: Jennifer let’s kick things off by looking at the role of external board members. What’s your view…

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Fireside Chat #2 With JB: Navigating Challenges and Finding Solutions in Real Estate Family Businesses

Kelly: Ok, so we’ve touched on your journey and your expertise in leadership development. But let’s delve a little deeper into the unique challenges that real estate family businesses face. What are they? Jennifer: One of the most common challenges is the differing expectations among family members….

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Fireside Chat with JB: Navigating Leadership Succession in Family Real Estate Business

This week, I wanted to do something a little different from usual. So, I got together with Kelly, a friend and colleague, for a brief Zoom fireside chat/interview. On the agenda? Leadership succession planning within the real estate industry. Kelly: Jennifer, it’s a pleasure to speak…

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Unveiling the Power of Values in Family Business Leadership

Values play a pivotal role in defining the path to success. They act as guiding stars. They illuminate the way forward and ensure that actions align with the core essence of the organization. But not every company has them. And it’s easy to get stuck…

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Transforming Values into Action: The Blueprint for Business Success

Patagonia is well known for its values of sustainability and social responsibility. Why? Because everyone visits their website to read them? No – because they put them into action. They use recycled and organic materials in their clothing. Donate 1% of their sales to environmental…

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Nurturing Authenticity: Defining Business Values

Remember how Apple Inc. borrowed a page from Nike’s playbook with the iconic “Think Different” campaign? “Nike sells a commodity, they sell shoes,” said Steve Jobs. “And yet when you think of Nike, you feel something different than a shoe company. In their ads, as…

> READ ARTICLE

Unveiling the Power of Values in Family Business Leadership

Values play a pivotal role in defining the path to success. They act as guiding stars. They illuminate the way forward and ensure that actions align with the core essence of the organization. But not every company has them. And it’s easy to get stuck…

> READ ARTICLE

How to Avoid Common Mistakes in Family Businesses – Part 2

In 1991, Gerald Ratner wiped £500m off the value of the family business, Ratners Jewellers, with one much-maligned speech. He said, “We also do cut-glass sherry decanters complete with six glasses on a silver-plated tray that your butler can serve you drinks on, all for…

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How to Avoid Common Mistakes in Family

In 1962, two executives from Decca Records invited The Beatles for an audition. But they weren’t very impressed. Two weeks later, they told the band’s manager they wouldn’t be signing them. The reason? “Four-piece groups with guitars? That trend is over.” Whoops. Whilst not all…

> READ ARTICLE

90-Day Plan to Help New Managers Adapt to Leadership

In recent weeks, I’ve shared tips and strategies on how to overcome challenges as a new manager. But what do they look like in action? Today, I want to share a real-life case study with you. It highlights how one of my clients successfully implemented…

> READ ARTICLE

Fireside Chat #3 With JB: Navigating Governance Challenges in Family-Owned Real Estate Businesses

Fireside Chat #3 With JB: Navigating Governance Challenges in Family-Owned Real Estate Businesses We’re back with another fireside chat. Today we’re focusing on family-business boardrooms and governance. Kelly: Jennifer let’s kick things off by looking at the role of external board members. What’s your view…

> READ ARTICLE

Fireside Chat #2 With JB: Navigating Challenges and Finding Solutions in Real Estate Family Businesses

Kelly: Ok, so we’ve touched on your journey and your expertise in leadership development. But let’s delve a little deeper into the unique challenges that real estate family businesses face. What are they? Jennifer: One of the most common challenges is the differing expectations among family members….

> READ ARTICLE

Fireside Chat with JB: Navigating Leadership Succession in Family Real Estate Business

This week, I wanted to do something a little different from usual. So, I got together with Kelly, a friend and colleague, for a brief Zoom fireside chat/interview. On the agenda? Leadership succession planning within the real estate industry. Kelly: Jennifer, it’s a pleasure to speak…

> READ ARTICLE

Unveiling the Power of Values in Family Business Leadership

Values play a pivotal role in defining the path to success. They act as guiding stars. They illuminate the way forward and ensure that actions align with the core essence of the organization. But not every company has them. And it’s easy to get stuck…

> READ ARTICLE

Transforming Values into Action: The Blueprint for Business Success

Patagonia is well known for its values of sustainability and social responsibility. Why? Because everyone visits their website to read them? No – because they put them into action. They use recycled and organic materials in their clothing. Donate 1% of their sales to environmental…

> READ ARTICLE

Nurturing Authenticity: Defining Business Values

Remember how Apple Inc. borrowed a page from Nike’s playbook with the iconic “Think Different” campaign? “Nike sells a commodity, they sell shoes,” said Steve Jobs. “And yet when you think of Nike, you feel something different than a shoe company. In their ads, as…

> READ ARTICLE

Unveiling the Power of Values in Family Business Leadership

Values play a pivotal role in defining the path to success. They act as guiding stars. They illuminate the way forward and ensure that actions align with the core essence of the organization. But not every company has them. And it’s easy to get stuck…

> READ ARTICLE

How to Avoid Common Mistakes in Family Businesses – Part 2

In 1991, Gerald Ratner wiped £500m off the value of the family business, Ratners Jewellers, with one much-maligned speech. He said, “We also do cut-glass sherry decanters complete with six glasses on a silver-plated tray that your butler can serve you drinks on, all for…

> READ ARTICLE

How to Avoid Common Mistakes in Family

In 1962, two executives from Decca Records invited The Beatles for an audition. But they weren’t very impressed. Two weeks later, they told the band’s manager they wouldn’t be signing them. The reason? “Four-piece groups with guitars? That trend is over.” Whoops. Whilst not all…

> READ ARTICLE