Kyle Brade-Waring

For 30 years, Mark built his engineering firm. Now, choosing a successor felt impossible. He didn’t fully trust either candidate, because neither of them was him. For countless SME leaders, succession planning isn't a strategic process but an impossible choice fraught with emotional complexity. Traditional plans often fail because they overlook this powerful human element.

Feeling anxious about giving feedback? You're not alone! Many leaders find these crucial conversations a real challenge. But what if you could turn feedback dread into a powerful tool for development and team motivation? This complete guide for big-hearted leaders dives deep into mastering constructive criticism, delivering impactful praise, handling tough reprimands with respect, and building a thriving feedback culture where everyone grows – all without the usual headaches.

Every business leader knows that employee salaries, benefits, and overhead contribute to the cost of doing business.