Why Founders Need an Exit Plan (Even If They’re Not Selling Yet)

 July 30, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
For many founders, the word “exit” feels final - like something you only talk about when you’re ready to retire or hand over the keys. Here’s the truth: building a cash-rich exit starts long before you plan to leave. On a recent episode of ‘The Cash-Rich...
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Running Reflections: I act in spite of my fear

 July 23, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
I act in spite of my fear. I act in spite of my doubt. I act in spite of my worry. I act in spite of the inconvenience. I act even when I’m not in the mood. Because waiting for perfect conditions? That’s a long, lonely wait. What do you do when you don’t...
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The Scenic Exit (Why Rushing a Business Sale Can Cost you Millions)

 July 16, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Too many founders treat their exit like a fire sale - rushed, reactive, and ultimately undervalued. But what if you took the scenic route instead? In my work advising founder-led businesses, I often see exits treated like a checkbox: sell fast, cash out...
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Running Reflections: What is really real?

 July 09, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Mindfulness amidst the mind-blowing daily barrage of bewildering bluster. Some days it feels like the noise never stops. Headlines. Hot takes. Highlight reels. What is really real? What is fundamentally fake? A wandering walk. A reflective run. That’s...
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Legacy Over Liquidity (How Employee Ownership Builds Community Wealth)

 July 02, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
When business owners think about their exit strategy, most conversations start - and end - with maximizing the sale price. And hey, I get it. You’ve poured your blood, sweat, and late-night emails into this business. You deserve a return. I invite you...
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Running Reflections: Permission is the hardest part

 June 25, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
The hardest part? Giving myself permission. I am willing to let go of beliefs and feelings that may be hurting me. That may be holding me back. I am willing to invite in new beliefs and feelings that will propel me forward. I deserve the best of life...
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From Owner to Legacy Builder: How to Structure a Fair Exit for Everyone

 June 18, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
For most founders, the day you sell your business is both exhilarating and terrifying. You’ve poured years - sometimes decades - into building something meaningful. And when it comes time to step away, you want more than just a big number on a cheque...
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Running Reflections: Spring Saturdays

 June 11, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Green grass Forest foliage Blossoming bushes Time passes. Seasons change. Opportunities emerge. A quiet reminder: Life is for living Not just ✔️✔️✔️ off the to-do list. What are you doing that’s fresh this spring? Drop me a line and share your thoughts...
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Governance Without Chaos: Structuring Roles in an Employee-Owned Business

 June 04, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
When entrepreneurs hear “employee ownership” many instinctively recoil. The fears? Decision-making will get messy. Accountability will vanish. Too many cooks in the kitchen. But here’s the truth: well-run employee-owned businesses thrive not in spite...
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Running Reflections: What’s your love language?

 May 28, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Are you familiar with the five love languages? (Gary Chapman) This quintessential concept was first introduced to me years ago by a local connection - Ana Ideas. (Hi Ana, it’s been a minute!) After reading the book, I didn’t even need the quiz - I knew...
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