When Silence Slows Growth When leadership of a long-standing family business passed to the next generation, everything looked ready for success. The company had a strong reputation, loyal people, and a board of trusted advisors who had supported the business for decades. But something was off. The energy in board meetings had shifted. Conversations were polite but shallow. [ Read More ]
The Power and Risk of a High Performing Board When Cheryl became CEO of her family’s second-generation business, she inherited a board made up of close friends of her father. They were loyal, but meetings were quiet. Everyone agreed with the CEO, even when the strategy was unclear. As growth slowed, Cheryl realized what she was missing: a [ Read More ]
If you’ve ever visited the Aileron Campus, you’ll quickly notice our love for capturing thoughts, ideas, and processes visually. Our walls are lined with dry erase boards, and our team regularly uses flip charts to display information. We believe in the power of making ideas visible, whether it's through whiteboard sessions, process mapping, or collaborating with a thought [ Read More ]
As a business owner, you make investments in your company every day, but have you considered investing in an outside board? We’ve debunked five myths about outside boards and show you how this valuable resource can accelerate your growth. Myth 1: Only large companies use a board of advisors. No matter your size, boards are a great way [ Read More ]
Professional management is a team sport — it’s easier, more effective, and more transformative when your entire team is onboard. Here’s how you’ll benefit from bringing your leadership team with you on the journey, and how Activating Professional Management can set them up to succeed. 1. You’ll have powerful change leaders Installing professional management across the organization is [ Read More ]
America’s small businesses are the backbone of our economy; small businesses are responsible for 63% of new jobs in the last 25+ years, represent 99.9% of all businesses in America, and employ 46% of America’s private sector employees. It’s clear business owners and small business leaders have one of the most important roles in our society — and [ Read More ]
When it comes to a Board of Advisors, these five qualities separate the exasperating from the exceptional. Does your board have them? A cohesive, high-functioning Board of Advisors can be an invaluable source of wisdom, accountability, and support for a business owner. But if the board is ineffective, misaligned, or poorly managed, it can consume a business owner’s [ Read More ]
As a business owner, you make several investments in your company—like property, resources for operations, and employee training. Have you also considered an outside board as one the most crucial investments? Oftentimes, establishing and leading a board falls further down the entrepreneur’s never-ending list of priorities. Yet it’s one of the most significant investments you can make for [ Read More ]
When you’re a business owner, you devote every day to developing and overseeing your company. In the day to day, you lead your business through challenges, projects, and problems—but how often do you have the chance to step away from working in the business so you can think about and work on the business instead? Aileron’s Campus [ Read More ]
As a business owner, you understand that running a business is a team sport and your team is your most valuable asset. Your team members are the people who turn your vision into a reality and help you grow your business. As you work to install professional management in your organization, Activating Professional Management can help you onboard [ Read More ]
Aileron’s flagship program, Course for Presidents®, teaches you fundamental skills to direct, operate, and control your business. Key areas of focus include leadership, strategy, people development, business structure, organizational performance, and culture. This in-person program offers a hands-on learning experience that's been transforming businesses for more than 25 years. We’re excited to share we’ve been enhancing and refining the [ Read More ]
Our Course for Presidents alumni have consistently told us over the years that this program is a life-changing experience for the private business owner. It delivers insight and knowledge from people who get it, and everyday tools that impact their professional and personal lives alike. But, taking two days away from your business to work on your business can [ Read More ]
