An operating partner in private equity is an experienced executive — often a former COO, CEO, or turnaround leader — who works inside portfolio companies to drive the value creation plan: professionalizing operations, building processes and KPIs, upgrading talent, and preparing the business for the next horizon. And right now, PE firms are leaning into […]
When Loyalty Becomes a Liability in Leadership Teams
There is a moment in nearly every growing company when loyalty becomes a problem. It does not arrive dramatically. It arrives quietly, in the form of a leadership team that was perfect for the company two years ago and is now subtly holding it back. The founders see it. The investors see it. The high […]
How Blind Spots Create a Hidden Ceiling in Your Business
Most businesses do not stall because of the market. They do not stall because of the product. They stall because of something far less visible — and far harder to fix. They stall because of leadership blind spots. In Episode 11 of Call to the Bullpen, Clint Overton and Ted Stann unpacked an idea that […]
The Two Types of Leadership Blind Spots (And Why Both Are Dangerous)
Every CEO, founder, and executive team has them. They are the issues you cannot see, will not see, or have not yet learned to see. And they are quietly shaping the trajectory of your business right now. On a recent episode of Call to the Bullpen, Clint Overton and Ted Stann broke down a topic […]
5 Common Mistakes Leaders Make as their Business Grows
As businesses expand and evolve, leaders often encounter challenges that can hinder growth and success. Here are five common mistakes that leaders make as their business grows, along with strategies to overcome them: 1. Expecting everyone to be and think like them One of the most common mistakes leaders make is expecting everyone on their […]
Managing Change Creates Championship Contenders
In the world of sports, we often witness remarkable turnarounds when teams undergo a change in leadership. Suddenly, a struggling team becomes a championship contender under the guidance of a new coach or manager. But what about in the professional realm? Have you ever been part of a business that seems to have it all […]
How to Successfully Change Your Organizational Structure
Did it happen again today? Are you an overwhelmed leader? Are you running out of answers as your business needs to evolve but you look around the room and recognize you may not have the talent to achieve your business’s goals? Are you loyal to the people who helped get you here? Do you fear […]