CFO's have a vested interest in the business's continued success, also known as "Succession Planning." In this episode of the "CFO and Their Role in Succession Planning" discussion series our very own succession planner Loyd Rawls and Brian Brueggeman, a Senior Advisor, and Ed Reinhard a Partner with Crowe, discuss how [...]
Loyd Rawls, a succession planner with The Rawls Group, along with Brian Brueggeman a Senior Manager, and Ed Reinhard a Partner with Crowe have been discussing the CFO’s Role in Succession Planning. This episode focuses on succession topics unique to a CFO. Forecasted tax flow concerns, credit continuity, or what [...]
People are our biggest asset and we often talk about the costs of turnover to an organization. However, when COVID-19 hit the stage it forced dealers to take a critical look at the roles and responsibilities within their business. This look is forcing many dealers to carefully evaluate staffing levels [...]
Even in the midst of a pandemic and the strife many faced personally and professionally, there are silver linings around it. As we mourn the business and personal losses, we also celebrate the opportunities created. Interest rates have remained low, dealers have been able to reevaluate expenses and look at [...]
Every organization has a culture. It’s the collective personality of the people who represent you, and/or the owner and leadership, on a daily basis. As such, it’s a blend of behavior patterns that either draw people in or push them away. In short, every culture has some appeal, some cracks, and some rough edges. [...]
It is possible for process to become routine, and even more possible for the routine to replace the mission. When the routine becomes the mission, the mission is lost in the routine. The routine is not the mission. The routine is simply the currently agreed upon most efficient avenue by which the mission is [...]
As companies have had to shift to remote work for an extensive period of time, it has raised the question of how remote work impacts company culture and performance. Some team members enjoy remote work and you may find their performance has not changed or may even be better. And [...]
Key to protecting the value of the business, is a leader who is an agent of change. Listen in to hear Tom Olney, from OWL Automotive Consultants provide insight into what that means. As you listen to this episode you will walk away with key take a-ways and will realize you [...]
Financial and operational controls remain essential for protecting your business. With COVID-19 forcing employees to work from home, away from technological fire walls and additional means for digital security, many are finding additional vulnerabilities to spoofs and hacks. Invest time and money in educating and training your people so they [...]
In difficult times, all we want is more control. But, finding control can feel like a fleeting dream. You figure out inventory, but then mother nature comes for a visit. Jean Venant shares a trick for gain more control - "LEVERAGE" As you listen to this episode you will walk away [...]
