If the first year in business is the most precarious and prone to failure, the last years of leadership before handing off control to new leaders have the most far-reaching consequences. In this transition much is at risk for the enterprise, and overlying this business risk is the personal exposure of the current leaders in ‘letting go.’  
 
This is why transitioning leadership successfully depends on careful planning, clear thinking, good communication, a clear buy-sell agreement, and a sound organizational structure.  
 
Clear Thinking  
Our approach is to take the emotion out of the process, so owners can think clearly about their future and give room for new leaders.  
 
We work with design firm leaders to clarify the responsibilities of a principal, to to define the qualities and skills needed by incoming principals.  
 
Good Will  
Still, in this transition the exiting Principals need to feel good about the process and the people assuming leadership. To foster positive attitudes, we often work one-on-one with individuals to coach them in new ways of working that will allow a smooth leadership transition.