The Succession Tug-of-War: Why Gen X Business Owners Will Win

The Succession Tug-of-War: Why Gen X Business Owners Will Win

Laurie Barkman

Find out why Gen X business owners are leading the smartest succession plans in history and what every generation can learn from them.

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Why You Need to Hire Owners, Not Managers

Why You Need to Hire Owners, Not Managers

Laurie Barkman

New Blog PoAs an entrepreneur, your business is your baby. You stay up late, stress over cash flow, obsess over product, and celebrate every hard-earned win.

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Why Your Business is Not a Piggy Bank

Why Your Business is Not a Piggy Bank

Laurie Barkman

Treat your business finances like an investor or buyer would— separate from your personal life.

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171: From Reluctant Successor to Innovation Leader, Karen Norheim

171: From Reluctant Successor to Innovation Leader, Karen Norheim

Laurie Barkman

In this Succession Stories episode, – When the episode first aired in 2021, Karen emerged as a leader who, despite initial reluctance, embraced her role with a combination of curiosity and determination. Under her guidance, the company leaned into strategic growth and innovation, reaping the rewards of her vision.

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