{"podcast":{"title":"The Transition Bridge Podcast","slug":"the-transition-bridge-podcast-4538954","podcast_index_feed_id":4538954,"rss_url":"https://feeds.simplecast.com/WFXwjpvk","website_url":"https://the-transition-bridge-podcast.simplecast.com","image_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/5296cadb-c76b-4a5c-9b10-c23aef811a74/ca21acd1-fef3-4836-bd93-1351353ea380/3000x3000/the-transition-bridge-podcast-invitation-square-updated.jpg?aid=rss_feed","author":"Debi Ronca","episode_count":241,"summary":"Our lives are a story of transitions. Navigating them can be challenging with all of the inner struggles, decisions, and the boatload of the unknown that confronts us. Every Tuesday, Debi Ronca, everyone's favorite Transition Life Coach will be interviewing guests who will be sharing their struggles and successes with transitions, along with experts who will give you tools to understand how to process the trauma, conflicts, mindsets, and habits that come with the transition experience. 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My guest, Stephen Shortt, joins us today from Ireland to talk about how to build a Killer Family Business without killing your family. In this episode, Stephen shares: The dynamics and the succession of a generational family business Why a family business can struggle, and the real issues beneath the surface How families can separate family roles, ownership, and leadership without resentment Where family relationships collide with making good business decisions Stephen Shortt is a dynamic Career & Talent Strategist, Family Business Facilitator, Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Author. He is dedicated to helping people find their ideal careers and guiding companies and family enterprises to build high-performing, future-ready teams. As a Family Business Facilitator, Stephen draws on his own background growing up in two family businesses to help families strengthen communication, align values, and navigate the complexities of working together. Connect with Stephen: https://successfulsuccession.com https://stephenshortt.com CONNECT WITH DEBI Do you feel stuck? Do you sense it’s time for a change, but are unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call! Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-call Website – https://www.debironca.com Instagram - @debironca Email – info@debironca.com YouTube - @debironcaofficialCheck out my online course! Your Story’s Changing, Finding Purpose in Life’s Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-program The Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD","meta_description":"If you currently have a family business or are considering starting one, this episode is for you! 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