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The 5 Types of Wealth: A Review for CEOs in Transition
A quick book review of the strengths of this book for CEOs in transition and where it falls short for our clients.
When the Question Isn't "Who's Next" but "What Happens to Us"
This month, my clients kept asking me about CEO succession, and not one of them asked who the next CEO should be. What they wanted to know was whether the company direction and culture would hold together when the change came.
What I learned from Being a Tiger 21 Chair
Tiger 21 is a peer group for ultra high net worth individuals. Many people ask me what I learned from facilitating this peer group. The lesson may surprise you. It surprised me.
Why CEO Next Chapter Introspection matters
This post explains how personal introspection enables a best in class CEO transition.
Business Transitions Forum, Vancouver
Join us on November 18 for the premier Business Transitions Forum in Vancouver.
Going Beyond the Karpman Drama Triangle
The conflict patterns that arise during a CEO Transition are predictable. This post includes a link to a workbook to help you identify how your conflict habits help and hinder you.
Are you Clear on Your Purpose?
Here are some highlights from a recent Mackay CEO Forums panel discussion on CEO Purpose Mastery.
Why a CEO Transition Coach Can Make or Break a Family Business Transition
What is the difference between a CEO Transition Coach and a Family Enterprise Advisor. We explore the distinctions here.
Coaching Ultra High net Worth clients Through their next chapter
Wealth isn't just a number - it’s a demanding responsibility that tests emotional intelligence and family bonds. In this article, I explore three lessons learned from coaching and supporting ultra high net worth clients.
Is an Interim CEO BLocking Your Path?
A case study on how to position yourself for the CEO role when an interim CEO is in place.
Why Co-CEOs Need Team Agreements
A lack of team agreements is a common cause of Co-CEO friction. Here are some quick tips to put Co-CEO team agreements in place.
The Personal Work in A CEO Transition
This article explores one client’s inner journey during their CEO transition.
CEO Performance Reviews
We interviewed CEOs, Private Equity Firms, Board Members and CPOs to gain insights on how to improve the CEO review. This e-book highlights how to deliver more value from the process and how to build trust each step of the way.
The Death of a Parent in a CEO Transition
A quick shared experience on how clients navigated the death of a parent.
Lessons from Apple’s CEO Succession
What career path did the new CEO of Apple take? And, why does it matter for Board’s and future CEOs for leading companies?
CEO NEXT CHAPTER, VANCOUVER
We are just gearing up for the 2026 CEO Next Chapter Program on Galiano Island, near Vancouver BC.
The Art of CEO Succession: succession isn’t a transaction
Natalie Michael speaks with John Nicola, Founder and Chief Investment Office of Nicola Wealth and Chris Nicola, the newly appointed CEO.
A CEO Succession Case Study: Thoughtfulness
Executive loyalty in the wake of a CEO transition is secured through radical thoughtfulness and the intentional validation of the runners-up's ambition. In the case of Disney, there were also some healthy retention bonuses.
Are you restless about what is next?
Life after being a CEO can feel quiet. Don’t let your restless energy fill the void. Do this instead…
Are you grooming a fast baker? Or A slow riser?
Fast bakers rise like quick rising bread. Slow bakers are more like sourdough. This explains why candidate pacing is an important indicator of CEO candidate readiness.