Hug of War: Leading a Family Business with Love and Logic with Cathy Carroll | Episode 278

In this episode of The TRU Leader Podcast, we dive into a transformative journey through the world of family businesses with special guest Cathy Carroll, a third-generation leader and author of the insightful book, “Hug of War: How to Lead a Family Business with Both Love and Logic.”
📚 Why Tune In?
▪️ Real-Life Insights: Cathy brings a wealth of experience from her two-decade corporate career and her return to her family business, offering a unique perspective on bridging generational gaps and contrasting leadership styles.
▪️ Emotional Intelligence: Learn why emotional intelligence is a game-changer for balancing personal relationships and professional responsibilities, especially crucial in family enterprises.
▪️ Leadership and Governance: Discover the intricacies of succession planning, governance, and the delicate balance of maintaining long-term goals while staying adaptable.
▪️ Polarity Thinking: Explore the concept of polarity thinking-a revolutionary method for holding opposing truths simultaneously, crucial for navigating conflicts and ensuring harmony.
▪️ Personal Experiences: Cathy’s personal anecdotes shed light on the challenges non-family executives face, the importance of balancing privileges with responsibilities, and recognizing diverse perspectives.
Here, you'll gain practical tips for managing generational transitions and conflicts stemming from differing values, strategies for effective succession planning and avoiding crises during leadership transitions, and tools to navigate the tensions between tradition and innovation, and to harmonize opposing views.
Tune in today as Cathy unravels the complexities of family business dynamics, sharing the rewarding and challenging aspects that come with them. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or a rising star in your family business, this discussion is packed with invaluable insights to help you lead with both love and logic.
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