Episode 71: Coming into Your Own in a Family Business

2021-12-07

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...

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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