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- by Sophie Pinkoski

Unexpectedly inheriting a family business is rarely a straightforward process. The decisions that come with such an immense sudden change in your life are complex and deeply pers...

- by Jane Halford and ChatGPT (it brought the humour)

Let’s be honest.

Board work is time-consuming (hello, four-hour committee meetings), high-pressure (have you tried explaining to a regulator or ...

- 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...