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𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿 Trust is the foundation of every business relationship. Without it, even the most promising companies falter. Customers leave, employees disengage, and reputations crumble. In Part 1 of my new mini-series, I explore 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 and the ripple effects this has on businesses of all sizes.  📖 Here’s what’s coming in this series:   1️⃣ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 – The root causes and consequences of the trust crisis.   2️⃣ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵-𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 – Why trust is a growth driver, not just a nice-to-have.   3️⃣ 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗥𝗢𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 – The role of modern leadership in rebuilding trust and creating sustainable growth.  𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗯𝘂𝘇𝘇𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱—𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗮 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆. Start with Part 1 and discover how to navigate the trust crisis.  👉 [https://lnkd.in/efZDyqSW]  #Leadership #TrustCrisis #BusinessGrowth #FractionalLeadership #Transparency

The Elephant in the Family Business Room 🐘 In many family businesses, there's an unspoken question that lingers: ❓When is Dad (or Mum, or both!) going to step down from running the business❓ It’s a tough topic, and often, no one wants to be the first to bring it up. But avoiding the conversation can lead to bigger issues 🤦🏻undermined plans 😕confusion among the team 📉a noticeable impact on business performance. 🛑 Are you starting to see cracks in your strategy? 🛑 Is decision-making becoming slower or more complicated? 🛑 Are key employees or customers starting to feel the effects? Clear leadership, strategy, and direction are essential for any business, whether family-owned or not. If succession planning and leadership transitions aren’t addressed, you risk losing good people, loyal customers, and the momentum you’ve worked so hard to build. The good news? 😃 There is a way to tackle this challenging issue without causing upset or conflict. It’s about creating a plan that respects the past, honors the present, and prepares the business for a strong future. If your family business is facing this challenge, now might be the time to start the conversation. If you need a trusted and experienced person in family-owned businesses, to sensitively broker these discussions and escort you on the transition journey to the next generation of leadership - get in touch for a confidential chat! Whatever you do, don't allow that elephant in the room still be there six months from now.... #FamilyBusiness #SuccessionPlanning #Leadership #BusinessStrategy #ClearDirection #CloudBusting

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵-𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 Scaling your business without trust is like building on quicksand—it won’t hold. In Part 2 of my mini-series, I explore why trust isn’t just a moral ideal for growth-focused companies—it’s a practical necessity for sustainable scaling. 🚀 Why trust drives growth: It aligns teams, fostering collaboration and efficiency. It strengthens customer loyalty and retention. It builds the credibility needed to expand into new markets. But here’s the challenge: many growing businesses can’t afford to misstep in building that trust. This is where innovative solutions like fractional leadership come in. 📖 The full series: 1️⃣ The Eroding Landscape of Trust – The causes and consequences of the trust crisis. 2️⃣ The Trust Problem for Growth-Focused Businesses – Now live! 3️⃣ How Fractional CROs Can Rebuild Trust and Drive Growth – Coming next week. Learn why trust is your ultimate growth lever in Part 2. 👉 [https://lnkd.in/d9cnrBji] #Leadership #TrustCrisis #GrowthStrategy #FractionalLeadership #BusinessScaling

A proactive IT culture can make all the difference. But it takes the right mindset, resources, and strategy to get there. 🔑 Our team helps businesses like yours build a proactive IT culture that drives success and growth. Ready to lead the way? Let’s discuss how we can support your journey to a more strategic IT approach. Contact us today! https://lnkd.in/gUG_6_yx Read our weekly blog post here: https://lnkd.in/gxGEJugQ #ITLeadership #StrategicPlanning #ProactiveMindset

Some just don’t get it. Some just don’t care. But We hear your words but watch your actions. Energy doesn’t lie, passion leads to purpose and persistence leads to, progress from overcoming challenges. The A.B.I.D.E Five Step Framework, Shared Equity and The Governing Principles of Interpersonal Dynamics.” A simple methodology and process to help guide challenging discussions. Leaders learn best when leaders learn from each other. Working, building, growing, getting better together. Do the work. Get Better. LEAD BETTER! #Accountable #Business #Insights #Decisions #Experiences

Excited to share my new article in Forbes where I discuss the key to any company achieving success in business today being emergence. Check out the full article here and let me know your thoughts - https://lnkd.in/g4Dk6D5h #organizationalculture #businessleadership

#Reputation & #Change: Two Sides of the Same Medal 🏅 Reputation and change are inseparable in today’s fast-moving business world. A strong reputation builds the #trust needed to navigate change smoothly, while well-managed change strengthens and enhances your reputation. But what happens when these two forces are mishandled? Risks increase, trust erodes, and opportunities are lost. 💡 In my latest article, I explore: - How reputation and change reinforce each other. - Real-world examples of companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Patagonia successfully managing both. - The risks businesses face when reputation or change management falls short. - Why bringing in external expertise can make all the difference. Read the full article here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/ekbJjfEW How does your business manage change while protecting its reputation? 💬👇 #Communication #Crisis #Innovation #MandA #Transactions #PrivateEquity #Leadership #Strategy

Karl Popper's quote, "True ignorance is not the absence of knowledge, but the refusal to acquire it," embodies the practicality of success. Yet, so many businesses continue to willingly accept Strategic Intelligence ignorance. Think about it like this: if you expertly execute the wrong strategy, will the organization benefit? Likely not. It will likely create even bigger strategic rifts within the business. Let’s break down the barriers of ignorance, embrace a culture of continuous progress, and grow through micro-transformational changes by leveraging Strategic Management practices and principles tailored to your specific business needs. #BusinessIntelligence #AnalyzeCorporateStrategy #CreativeThinking #GrowthMindset #LeadershipProcesses #StrategicManagementJournal

The business of doing business has changed drastically over the last couple of years, and we mostly know the reasons why.   The pandemic, the economy, the boom in technology, there are just so many factors that have shaped current business dynamics and altered forever the way we run and grow our companies.   At least that is the case for most of us.   But what about those business owners still stuck in the twenty-tens? (not so long ago we used to say “stuck in the 90’s!)   Reluctance or inability to adopt and use modern tools and tech puts them at a serious disadvantage.   If you are a business owner, it is time to do a little soul searching. Ask yourself, is your success today being stymied by your conformity and commitment to aging business practices? If your answer is yes, then it is time to Unlearn Conformity.   Contact me, Colin Carmody for a coffee and a conversation that challenges the status quo.   Join The Leadership Conversation and subscribe to my newsletter https://lnkd.in/dFFzQUCQ for the mindset, skillset and activity needed to be a great leader.   I work with Business Owners and Executive Teams to Improve their business and change their lives.   #businessowners #businesseleaders #businesstips #businesscoaching #tabboardssa #thealternativeboard #olddognewtricks #unlearnconformity #agileleadership

Scaling your company to the next level? You're not alone. Business leaders worldwide are constantly seeking new tools and processes to drive growth and success. #scalinggoals #revenueboost #marketdomination #profitpriorities #executivestrategies #processoptimization #technologyadvancements #toolsforsuccess