Running Reflections: Thoughts processed while pounding the pavement

 August 20, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Easy breezy Running girl Two years ago, at this time, I was aggressively training for a marathon, which became a half marathon. Today I run 5K. And when it’s not a 5K… it’s a walk Sometimes… I’m practicing yoga - for relaxation, or flexibility, or strength...
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The Real Risk of No Succession Plan

 August 13, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
It’s easy to push succession planning to the bottom of the to-do list - especially when your business is thriving, your team is strong, and you’re not planning to exit “anytime soon”. The fact is that you don’t get to choose when you’ll need a plan. You...
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Running Reflections: What do you do for fun?

 August 06, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Here’s what I’ve been thinking about this weekend, sparked by a wise one in my ecosystem who shared this on LinkedIn: “What do you do for fun? What do you do in your spare time? When people ask me those questions, I truly struggle to answer. I keep myself...
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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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