E17: Building a Healthier Family Business with Sara B. Stern

Host Adam Hill is joined by seasoned family business advisor Sara B. Stern, whose unique adaptation of Harvard's 3 Circle Model profoundly changed the way he viewed family business after hearing her speak a few years ago. In this episode, Adam and Sara dive into the 3 Circle Model, explore the transformative power of EOS, and discuss how to approach it all with healthy communication and a lighthearted spirit. 0:00 Intro 5:53 Family Business Realities 11:05 Advising Family Businesses 17:38 Communication and Succession 23:16 Starting the Succession Conversation 30:10 Bravery in Family Businesses 36:27 Three Circles Model 43:12 Resources for Family Businesses Resources Mentioned: Sara B. Stern's Website Start Here: A Guide for Family Business Succession by Sara B. Stern EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) Follow Adam: Sign up for the newsletter and get a free Vision/Reflection Retreat Guide IG: @theadamchill YouTube: @adamchill TikTok: @theadamchill