In the world of books, the foreword often serves as a gateway, offering readers a glimpse of what’s to come.
For my book, “Succession Planning for Impact,” the foreword penned by Luke Roush and Clint Park of Sovereign Capital is more than just an introduction—it’s a powerful message that sets the stage for the journey ahead.
A foreword is like a warm handshake before a deep conversation. It’s the message before the real message, and in this case, Luke and Clint have crafted a compelling prelude that encapsulates the essence of why succession planning matters.
Every day, business owners face a multitude of decisions. Some are urgent, some are important, and some are both. However, as Luke and Clint point out, there’s a category of decisions that often get overlooked: those that are important but not urgent. Succession planning falls squarely into this category.
The Trap of Urgency
It’s easy to get caught up in the “not important, but urgent” decisions that constantly demand our attention. These distractions can lead us to neglect the “important, but not urgent” decisions that truly shape the future of our world. The foreword to the book emphasizes that applying the lessons in “Succession Planning for Impact” can help you avoid this common pitfall.
The Far-Reaching Impact of Succession Planning
One of the most compelling points made in the foreword is the reminder that succession planning isn’t just about you. As Luke and Clint state, “Beyond you and your family, your business impacts your employees, their families, your clients, your vendors, and your broader community. There is a lot riding on how well your business transitions!”
This perspective underscores the true weight of succession planning. It’s not just about securing your own future, but about ensuring the continued success and positive impact of your business on countless lives.
A Call to Action
The foreword concludes with a powerful call to action. Luke and Clint urge readers to not just read the book, but to take notes, develop a plan of action, and most importantly, get started. They challenge business owners to be the exception to the rule - to make the “important, but not urgent” decisions.
The Reward of Thoughtful Succession Planning
By prioritizing succession planning, you’re not just securing your own legacy. You’re providing peace of mind to your spouse, children, leaders, team members, clients, and vendors. As the foreword beautifully puts it, you’ll “rest secure in the fact that you ‘finished well’ in the stewardship of what has been entrusted to you as a leader.”
The foreword to “Succession Planning for Impact” is a powerful reminder of why my book exists. It’s a call to action for all business owners to look beyond the day-to-day urgencies and focus on the truly important task of planning for the future.
Are you ready to make succession planning a priority in your business? Remember, it’s not just about you - it’s about creating a lasting positive impact on all those touched by your business.
I believe in you!
Harry T. Jones
P.S. Grab your copy of “Succession Planning for Impact” today and start your journey towards building a legacy that will outlast you! CLICK HERE
P.P.S. Are you ready to take your succession planning journey to the next level? Consider joining our exclusive Succession Planning for Impact mastermind group! Surrounding yourself with the right mentors and peers can be transformative. Our mastermind group offers:
A chance to engage with other entrepreneurs committed to creating lasting legacies
Access to diverse expertise and perspectives
Opportunities to ask and answer “great questions” that lead to clarity and solutions
A supportive environment to examine your strengths and weaknesses
Guidance from experienced mentors who have “been where you want to go”
A platform to learn from both successes and failures
With mentors, you will make better decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and create finishing-well impact. Don’t navigate the complexities of succession planning alone. Join our mastermind group and tap into the collective wisdom of like-minded entrepreneurs. Email me at harryt@cultivatingimpact.biz with “Mastermind” in the subject line to learn more about how you can be part of this transformative experience!
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