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The Leader's Table by Diana Murphy Diana Murphy
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Welcome to the Leader’s Table Podcast: Powerful Conversations That Matter
A podcast for leaders who are learning that life doesn’t have to be so hard.
Listen in on candid, supportive, and future-focused conversations. Conversations are rocket fuel because they ignite ideas and create a safe space for stories that support others. Join Diana, a life and mindset coach, as she shares the table with colleagues who are innovating while serving their communities.
Grab your coffee and lean into a new, vibrant way of living and leading as a business owner. Whether a solo episode or an interview, you’ll walk away with supportive insight and tools you can plug into your life now.
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Exit With Ease, with Janise Graham and Diana Murphy, Part 6- Celebrating at the Finish Line
In the final installment of the Exit With Ease series in “The Leader’s Table by Diana Murphy” Podcast, Diana and Janise Graham discuss the complex emotional and psychological journey business owners face “at the finish line” as they complete the sale of their business.
They emphasize the importance of starting with the end in mind and the transition from business life to personal life. The conversation covers key aspects such as celebrating milestones, managing family dynamics, and the 'baton passing' process.
Janise and Diana stress the need for planning, visualizing a future without the business, and the benefits of involving a coach or mentor. They share inspiring stories of business owners who successfully navigated their transitions by engaging in charitable activities, mentoring, or exploring new passions.
The episode concludes with practical advice on finding fulfillment and maintaining a sense of value post-sale.
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
00:43 The Emotional Journey of Selling a Business
01:47 Life After Selling: Finding New Purpose
04:55 Success Stories and Inspirations
06:51 The Importance of Celebration and Transition
14:20 Family Dynamics and Baton Passing
24:00 Final Thoughts and Contact Information -
Exit With Ease, with Janise Graham and Diana Murphy, Part 5 - Understanding Business Valuation in Owner Exits
In the fifth installment of Exit With Ease, Diana Murphy and Janise Graham dive into the crucial topic of business valuations in the context of owner exits. They explore the emotional and technical aspects of valuation, factors influencing it, and the importance of having an expert advisory team.
They also touch on the challenges owners face when confronted with unexpected valuation numbers and emphasize the need for individualized exit strategies.
Be sure to listen to Part 6, the conclusion of the Exit With Ease series from “The Leader’s Table by Diana Murphy.”
00:00 Introduction to Owner's Exit
00:45 Understanding Business Valuations
02:17 Key Factors in Valuation
05:14 Emotional Impact of Valuation
09:49 Navigating Offers and Transitions
17:15 Final Thoughts and Advice
26:13 Conclusion and Next Steps -
Exit With Ease with Janise Graham and Diana Muphy, Part 4 - Building Your Dream Exit Team
In this episode of Exit With Ease, Diana and Janise focus on the critical steps business owners should take when anticipating an exit or sale. They emphasize the importance of assembling a dream team of expert advisors, including attorneys, bankers, CPAs, wealth advisors, and insurance professionals, to navigate the complexities of the process.
Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Janice illustrates the benefits of having the right people in place, fostering efficient decision-making, and safeguarding long-term relationships with existing advisors.
Diana and Janise offer valuable insights for business owners on preparing for a smooth and successful business transition.
00:00 Welcome to The Leader's Table
00:48 Introducing the Dream Team Concept
02:50 Key Advisors for Business Success
08:35 The Importance of a Cohesive Team
12:15 Navigating Advisor Transitions
23:55 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes -
Exit With Ease, with Janise Graham and Diana Murphy, Part 3-Empowering Business Owners with KPIs
Welcome to Part 3 of Exit With Ease with Janise Graham and Diana Murphy. This conversation covers how KPIs function as a barometer for business health, setting and achieving SMART goals, and maintaining realistic and actionable indicators.
Janise emphasizes breaking down large goals into smaller, manageable steps to avoid overwhelm, while Diana highlights the importance of consistent communication and delegation.
The episode provides practical insights and encourages owners to view their business data from a place of curiosity and strategic adjustment rather than judgment.
00:00 Introduction and Meeting Janice
00:46 Series Overview and Episode Breakdown
01:04 Diving into KPIs
02:04 Overcoming Overwhelm with KPIs
02:58 Setting and Measuring SMART Goals
05:02 Real-Life Examples and Strategies
08:54 The Importance of Regular Check-Ins
14:07 Delegation and Team Responsibility
19:09 Final Thoughts and Takeaways -
Exit With Ease, with Janise Graham and Diana Murphy, Part 2- Creating Business Legacy and Ease with SOPs
Exit With Ease, Part 2 features a detailed conversation between Diana Murphy and Janise Graham, author and business strategist, about the importance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in creating systemic ease for business owners.
The hosts discuss transitioning from the emotional elements explored in the first episode to practical business strategies in this episode.
Janise emphasizes SOPs as foundational structures for business stability and growth, advocating for a mindset shift among owners to cultivate a systematic approach to running their businesses. The conversation covers how SOPs clarify company missions, enhance customer and employee experiences, and prepare businesses for scaling or exit by documenting processes and ensuring consistency across operations.
Janise and Diana share insights on overcoming the overwhelm of implementing SOPs through gradual, simplified approaches and leveraging internal and external resources.
They underscore the lasting value and increased operational efficiency that SOPs bring to businesses of all sizes, ultimately facilitating smoother transitions for owners looking to exit or scale their ventures.
00:00 Welcome & Series Introduction
00:27 The Power of SOPs for Business Legacy
01:30 Deep Dive into Standard Operating Procedures
05:45 Simplifying SOP Implementation
09:06 Overcoming Owner Hesitations & Empowering Teams
13:35 The Critical Role of SOPs in Business Sales & Scaling
22:12 Creating Operational Ease and Value
24:55 Mindset Shifts for Successful SOP Integration -
Exit With Ease, with Janise Graham and Diana Murphy, Part 1 - Navigating Business Exit With Heart
Host Diana Murphy introduces a new series within "The Leader's Table by DIana Murphy," guiding business owners through the process of exiting their business, hosted alongside business strategist and author, Janise Graham.
In this first discussion of six, they cover the importance of approaching exit planning with emotional intelligence and understanding, highlighting the common fears and misconceptions business owners face when considering selling their business.
Diana and Janise emphasize the importance of aligning exit strategies with personal values and the emotional aspects of leaving a business. The discussion includes advice on how to start planning an exit by understanding one's emotional drivers and fears, and engaging in strategic thinking about the future.
Key takeaways include acknowledging fears, understanding the emotional aspects of exiting, and the importance of open conversations and planning for a future beyond business ownership.
00:00 Welcome to the Leaders Table: Introducing the Series
05:15 The Heart of Exiting: Emotions, Dreams, and Fears
08:52 Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Business Exit
19:37 Dreaming Big and Confronting Fears: Practical Steps for Business Owners
24:33 Wrapping Up: Embracing the Emotional and Logical Journey of Exit Planning
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