Succession in families and the value of history

Mark PetersenFamily Systems, Leadership, Succession

As we turn our attention this weekend to the coronation of King Charles III of Canada, I’ll be attending a garden party at the home of dear clients. I read an article this morning which roots this moment into our historical reality as a nation: King Charles is as Canadian as maple syrup. It’s a great article written by an … Read More

Adaptive leadership during a pandemic

Mark PetersenBook Reviews, COVID-19, Innovation, Leadership, Strategy

Let’s begin with some background music to set the stage for this blog post. Start the music in the video below, and continue reading… You’re now listening to a familiar tune called ‘Take Five’.[1] Catchy, isn’t it? If you’re not a musician, you might have a hard time putting your finger on what makes this song so alluring. Music historian … Read More