PROFESSIONAL BUILDER SECRETS PODCAST

Episode 167: Succession Planning With Russ Stephens and Sky Kolade

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Everyone needs to be on the same page for what an exit looks like for you, and who will be the successor.

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode featuring Sky Kolade and Russ Stephens, Co-founders of APB. In this episode, the two delve into the critical topic of succession planning for building companies. They explore why succession planning is vital, how to start preparing, and actionable steps to ensure a seamless transition for your business.

Inside episode 167 you will discover

The importance of succession planning for long-term success
How to create a succession plan tailored to your business needs
Key strategies for preparing successors, whether internal or external
Common mistakes to avoid during the succession process
And much, much more.

key moments

1:30 Why builders need a succession plan
5:20 The role of company culture in succession planning
6:26 Shocking stats about builders without succession plans
14:19 Key factors that make a building company ready for succession
27:38 How to prepare a successor and ensure a smooth transition
40:49 Common mistakes builders make with succession planning

key moments

1:30 Why builders need a succession plan
5:20 The role of company culture in succession planning
6:26 Shocking stats about builders without succession plans
14:19 Key factors that make a building company ready for succession
27:38 How to prepare a successor and ensure a smooth transition
40:49 Common mistakes builders make with succession planning

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Russ Stephens is a Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, a business coaching company dedicated to improving the residential construction industry for both builders and consumers. Russ is a data analysis expert who has introduced data-driven decision making to the residential construction industry. Russ is also a proud member of the Forbes Business Development Council.

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Sky Kolade is a Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, a business coaching company dedicated to improving the residential construction industry for both builders and consumers. Sky is a proud member of The National Association of Women in Construction and she was also recognised as one of 2023’s Top 100 Women.

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Sky