by David Stanislaw | Jan 27, 2022 | Brain Teasers
I left my campsite and hiked south for 3 miles. Then I turned east and hiked for 3 miles. I then turned north and hiked for 3 miles; at which time I came upon a bear inside my tent eating my food! What color was the bear? Answer: White, since the only place you can...
by David Stanislaw | Jan 27, 2022 | Blog, Succession Planning
Succession planning is critical for every business, whether you are a small business owner yourself, or are preparing for a CEO’s lateral move. Knowing how your company will respond to a top-level vacancy can keep your company on track and prevent a cascade of...
by David Stanislaw | Jan 12, 2022 | Blog, Business and Strategic Planning, Succession Planning
Organizational consultant, David Stanislaw, is scheduled to present an online interactive workshop, “Business Succession Planning: Ensure Your Company’s Future” through the University of Michigan, Flint, on January 12, 2022. Get an advanced look the contents of this...
by David Stanislaw | Dec 22, 2021 | Blog, Family Business
When family members go into business together, there is often a desire to keep ownership, and even operations “all in the family.” But as that business grows, it may become necessary to bring on outside talent. Planning for non-family employees before they hire into...
by David Stanislaw | Dec 8, 2021 | Blog, Staff, Workplace Conflict
Employees have walked away from jobs in waves during 2021. By understanding what is causing the Great Resignation, and what makes employees leave, you can make a plan to resolve employment conflicts and avoid employee turnover. Employers Struggle to Keep Workers...
by David Stanislaw | Nov 24, 2021 | Blog, Business and Strategic Planning, Family Business
When retirement is on the horizon, you may be wondering how soon to start looking for your replacement. Knowing when to identify a business successor, and how to start the process, can be essential to a successful transition of power to the next generation for your...
by David Stanislaw | Nov 10, 2021 | Blog, Leadership
Managers’ direct reports look to them to set the tone for the workplace culture, standards, and personality. However, often, star employees are promoted to management without training in leadership skills they need to lead. This can create frustration for everyone....
by David Stanislaw | Oct 27, 2021 | Blog, Executive Coaching, Family Business
Working in the family can be incredibly rewarding, until it isn’t. If family tensions or a different calling are causing you to consider leaving the family business, you will want to be honest with yourself and your family members about why you are going and if and...
by David Stanislaw | Sep 29, 2021 | Blog, Leadership, Workplace Conflict
Organizational consultant, David Stanislaw, is scheduled to present an online interactive workshop, “Leadership Team Conflict: Move Toward Greater Organizational Health” through the University of Michigan, Flint. Get a sneak peak at the contents of this...
by David Stanislaw | Sep 22, 2021 | Workplace Conflict
As your company’s employee roster grows, a relaxed, informal approach to resolving workplace disputes may not be enough. Having a formal corporate conflict resolution policy becomes essential and may even be legally required. But if you are relying on a template that...
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