Effective exit planning is essential for a smooth leadership transition, avoiding common mistakes like neglecting stakeholders, undervaluing the business, and delaying departure.

Exit StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 15, 2024Exit Strategy, Exit PlanningComment

The Emotional Side of Exit Planning

Here are five smart strategies that can help you emotionally prepare for your exit.

Exit StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 15, 2024Exit Strategy, StratPro, strategic planning, Support networkComment

Top Reasons to Have a Succession Plan in Place

Succession planning is crucial for ensuring a smooth leadership transition, preserving the company’s legacy, and preparing for unexpected changes.

Exit StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 15, 2024Succession Planning, Exit Planning, strategic planningComment

Leadership Mistakes to Avoid When Coping with Economic Challenges

Leadership is tested in times of uncertainty, requiring decisiveness, accountability, and clear communication.

Strategic PlanningJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 15, 2024Economy, Recession planningComment

Exit Planning Needs to Begin Way Before You Plan to Exit

Exit planning should be a key part of your business strategy from the start, as early preparation maximizes value and ensures a smooth transition when the time comes to sell.

Exit StrategyJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 15, 2024Exit Strategy, Exit Planning, Succession PlanningComment

Does Your Business Need AI? A Look at the Pros and Cons

If your business hasn’t yet integrated artificial intelligence (AI) into day-to-day operations, now is a good time to look more closely at the opportunities AI has to offer.

Business Growth, Company Culture, Strategic PlanningJacquelyn GernaeySeptember 10, 2024AI, Customer Insights, risk assessment, InvestmentsComment

AI Meets HR: The Next Frontier in Workforce Management

While the human element will almost certainly remain a key factor in an organization’s HR functions, the automation of certain tasks and efforts allows your HR staff to engage at a more strategic level.

Jacquelyn GernaeySeptember 10, 2024AI, AI in HR, HR initiatives, onboarding employees, TrainingComment

Self-Employed to Business Owner: The Path to Sustainable Growth and a Happy Life

The key to success lies in delegating, automating, and focusing on strategic growth, all while surrounding yourself with a solid support network that helps you generate accountability and supports your decisions.

Business Growth, Strategic PlanningJacquelyn GernaeySeptember 10, 2024Business Growth, Networking, strategic thinking, Team buildingComment

Technology: How AI Can Help You Understand Your Customers Better Than Ever

Artificial intelligence offers advanced tools that provide substantial insight into the preferences and behaviors of your customer base, as well as overall trends in the market.

Business Growth, Sales & MarketingJacquelyn GernaeySeptember 10, 2024AI, Customer Insights, Customer Segmentation, Predictive AnalyticsComment

Seasonal SWOT Analysis: Reevaluating Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats

A seasonal SWOT analysis can provide exceptional insight into how to leverage the recurring peaks and valleys of your business.

Seasonal Peaks and Valleys: Adjusting Strategic Goals for Optimal Success

The key to navigating the challenges of these seasonality challenges is creating a comprehensive strategy that leverages opportunities and adjustments for both your busy and slow seasons.

Seasonal Talent Hacks: How to Build a Peak-Ready Team

One of the most important aspects of successfully navigating seasonal fluctuations is the strategic management of your workforce.

Blending Seasonality with Your Long-Range Business Plans

Here are tips on blending your seasonal business with long-range plans for growth.

Networking Mistakes You Should Avoid

Here are common pitfalls that can get in the way of successfully growing your professional network.

A Quick Guide to Strategic Networking

Strategic networking is where you can learn about new business models, innovations in technology and marketing strategies that you can then integrate into your own business.

Balance Your Business Goals with Seasonal Fluctuations

A seasonal business differs from other businesses in that everything depends upon effective sales and attention to customer demands at particular times of the year.