The lure of “partnering” with others is strong in our society, particularly as more and more high quality professionals pursue their own businesses outside of the not-so-cozy confines of corporate walls. Much like marriage, there are some remarkable upsides and unfortunately (according to the numbers), some pretty significant downsides for many.
Enter Linda Finkle, CEO of Incedo Group, and author of the book, “Finding the Fork in the Road-The Art of Maximizing the Potential of Business Partnerships” to share some sage guidance on this important topic.
Aside from delivering a great interview here, Linda’s perspectives on “not forcing a fit,” and planning ahead to the inevitable point in time when the partnership no longer makes sense (the fork in the road!) resonate with me on so many levels.
Enjoy this interesting and highly relevant interview. It might just save you from making some serious partnering missteps of your own!
Show Sound-Bites:
- Why building a successful partnership is more difficult than building a successful business.
- The importance of planning for that point in time where the partnership has hit maximum profitability and utility or, “It doesn’t have to be until death do us part.”
- Why it’s so critical to never force a fit when considering a partnership.
- Plan how you will communicate and work the plan.
- Why so many partnerships end up in divorce.
- Communication, communication , communication.
- Yes, you can celebrate the end of a partnership.
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About Art Petty:
Art Petty is a Leadership & Career Coach helping motivated professionals of all levels achieve their potential. In addition to working with highly motivated professionals, Art frequently works with project teams in pursuit of high performance. Art’s second book, Leadership Caffeine-Ideas to Energize Your Professional Development, will be published in September of 2011.
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Great interview! It does apply to all relationships…eric
Thanks, Eric! No doubt that this applies to professional and personal pursuits! Thanks for listening and responding. -Art
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