In this recent Middle Market Growth podcast, one of RSM’s economists, Tuan Nguyen, shares #insights from RSM #research on how the middle market has evolved, why complexity matters more than ever, and what that means for business leaders and dealmakers. #economy #middlemarket Listen here: https://rsm.buzz/4d0pOqo

Every professional services firm needs a senior operator who can help drive growth without compromising profitability. Often, that person is not hired-in fully formed. They grow into the role by learning the business deeply, building judgement over time, and taking on more commercial ownership as the firm scales. That path can lead to a true Chief Operating Officer role. But it's not easy, nor is it for everyone. In our next Projectworks Podcast episode, Mark Orttung and Dominique Rennell will be discussing what that step really takes, and what firms should be looking for in the people they trust with it. Join the conversation here 👉 https://hubs.la/Q04cY6pD0

Everyone looks hireable right now… but that doesn’t mean they’re the right fit. In this episode of the KeyHire Small Business Podcast, Corey Harlock unpacks why a crowded talent market can actually increase your risk of a bad hire—and the 3 mistakes small business owners make when they rush, bargain hunt, or bet on potential without a plan. Before you make your next hire, watch this. ▶️ Full episode now on YouTube: https://hubs.li/Q04fhrtf0 #SmallBusiness #Hiring #Leadership #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessTips #YouTubePodcast #HiringStrategy #StartupGrowth

Avon's share price was $2 when Jan Zijderveld took the job. Most investors thought it was already over. Three years later, he sold it for $6 a share. In the latest episode of Sandy on Talent, Zijderveld breaks down exactly how he rebuilt one of the world's most iconic brands — and what most turnaround stories leave out. Listen wherever you find podcasts! #ClickCrew #leadership #personaldevelopment #careergrowth #businessstrategy #executiveleadership #ceo #talentmanagement #careeradvice #digitalmarketing #brandstrategy #cpg #consumergoods #directsales #globalleadership #turnaround

Everyone looks hireable right now… but that doesn’t mean they’re the right fit. In this episode of the KeyHire Small Business Podcast, I unpack why a crowded talent market can actually increase your risk of a bad hire—and the 3 mistakes small business owners make when they rush, bargain hunt, or bet on potential without a plan. Before you make your next hire, watch this. ▶️ Full episode now on YouTube: https://hubs.li/Q04fhqDV0 #SmallBusiness #Hiring #Leadership #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessTips #YouTubePodcast #HiringStrategy #StartupGrowth

"Yeah, I'll take care of that." That sentence built your company, and at some point, it'll start to break it. Kevin Schinkel, President of Schinkel's Legacy, talked about this on a recent episode of the Accelerating Operational Performance podcast. When his company was smaller, roles were blended. Everyone pitched in wherever they were needed. It worked. Until it didn't. If your team has hit a point where things keep falling through the cracks, or the same person ends up doing five different jobs, the answer isn't to work harder. It's to formalize who owns what. Listen to the full episode 🎧 https://lnkd.in/e3e8RhyG #ManufacturingLeadership #OperationsLeadership #ScalingABusiness #PlantManager

Only 27% of top-tier CEO talent actually succeeds. Let that sink in. In the newest episode of Sandy on Talent, Jan Zijderveld breaks down why raw talent alone isn't enough — and what the real drivers of extraordinary leadership outcomes look like. Listen wherever you find podcasts! #ClickCrew #leadership #CEO #personaldevelopment #careergrowth #businessstrategy

Overdeliver on your promise. Thanks Jan Zijderveld for great reminder - just missing our chats. and thanks Sandy Ogg for keeping these chats so inspiring. Simple. Rare. Powerful. At Rohlik Group, this is not a slogan — it’s a standard. How we make it real: • Commit to outcomes, not activity • Clear ownership — no grey zones • Build buffers, not excuses • Measure what actually got delivered Because consistency beats ambition. Trust is built when you deliver more than you promised. #OverdeliverOnYourPromise #Execution #Leadership #Trust #HighPerformance

Most founders don’t realise when they become the bottleneck. In our latest Mentor Business Podcast with Olusegun Akande, one line stood out: “If nothing moves without you, nothing scales.” Growth stalls when everything depends on you. Decisions slow. Teams wait. Progress plateaus. This episode breaks down what actually fixes it; ownership, systems, and stepping out of the centre. The real question: Where are you still the reason your business can’t move? #Businessgrowth #Businesspodcast #Mentorbusiness #Founder #Businessowner Dr Lewis Haydon DBA

When business owners think about an exit, the conversation usually starts with two options: private equity or a strategic sale. But there’s often a third option that isn’t considered early enough: an ESOP. It’s not the right fit for every company, but it belongs in the conversation alongside those more familiar paths. In the right situation, it can offer a very different outcome for the owner, the company, and its employees. The key is understanding what that option actually looks like before narrowing the field. I discussed this with Pete Bush, CFP®, CEPA®, on “The Confident Exit Podcast” and why ESOPs should be part of the exit planning conversation. Find our full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/g5XYa4kB, or wherever you listen to podcasts. #ESOP #EmployeeOwnership #BusinessOwners #SuccessionPlanning #ExitPlanning #Leadership #EOS #XPX #BEI #ExitPlanningInstitute