Episode 71: Coming into Your Own in a Family Business
It’s no small thing to take over as third-generation president of your 100-year-old family business. Especially when you think you can do everything yourself… at first. Today’s guest candidly shares the leadership lessons he acquired the hard way in a...
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Show Notes
It’s no small thing to take over as third-generation president of your 100-year-old family business. Especially when you think you can do everything yourself… at first.
Today’s guest candidly shares the leadership lessons he acquired the hard way in a family business that’s existed since February 1922.
In this episode, I interview Rob Birnie, Owner and President at Thos R Birnie & Sons Ltd, about what it was like to come into his own in a family business and how he learned to prioritize people as a leader.
Join us as we discuss:
- Getting an on-the-job “MBA” by wearing all the hats
- Fulfilling the legacy of putting people first
- Business coaches, personality assessments, and leadership development
Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcast:
- ColorCode Personality Science
- People Matter More Than Money | Simon Sinek
- Episode 44 with Keith Mercurio
- Kerwin Rae on YouTube
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