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- by Jane Halford

As the adrenaline rush of an election campaign concludes, newly elected officials are met with the challenge of serving the public, including undertaking transformative action neces...

- by ChatGPT and Jane Halford

Selecting the right CEO is one of the most critical decisions a board can make. The CEO sets the strategic direction, influences company culture, and ultimately determin...

- by ChatGPT and Jane Halford

In today's fast-paced environment, the effectiveness of a board greatly depends on the quality of its interactions. The way board members engage with one another can inf...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

As organizations grow and evolve, so do their leadership needs. One non-traditional solution is the notion of co-CEOs. When done right, a co-CEO model can provide additional band...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

According to Deloitte, 64% of family businesses have no succession plan in place. It can be easy to put off such plans when the head of the business expects to carry on leading f...

- by ChatGPT and Jane Halford

Canada is often celebrated for its politeness, a trait that has become an endearing part of our national identity. However, in the Canadian boardroom, this cultural char...

- by ChatGPT and Jane Halford

Stepping into the leadership role of your family's business without warning is nothing short of a seismic shift in one's life. It intertwines the turbulence of personal ...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

Grief and suddenly leading your family's business often goes hand in hand. It’s natural during leadership succession to experience a mourning period, especially when the transfer...

- by ChatGPT and Jane Halford

Since the beginning of the year, I have had countless discussions with board members and CEOs about what to do about the polarization (or weaponization) of the word dive...

- by ChatGPT and Jane Halford

Family businesses are not just companies but a unique space where personal relationships intertwine with professional pursuits. In multi-generational businesses, this al...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

When it comes to retirement planning, many leaders stop at the first topic: finances. Yet there are several other factors to take into consideration while dreaming up your ideal ...

- by Sophie Pinkoski

As January wraps up, it’s natural for resolutions to fall by the wayside. Our best intentions of starting the year right often fade as we fall back into our usual routines. In fa...