Title: Founder's Syndrome: How Corporations Suffer -- and Can Recover
Headings: Founder's Syndrome: How Corporations Suffer -- and Can Recover
Founder's Syndrome: How Corporations Suffer -- and Can Recover
Introduction
Table of Contents
Preface
Founders' Syndrome: During Tenure of Founder
Transitioning to a New Chief Executive
Appendix A - Procedure for Transitioning to a New Chief Executive
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Preface
Founders' Syndrome: During Tenure of Founder
A Typical Problem Among Small Organizations
Some Troublesome Traits Among Founders
Typical Traits of Well-Developed Leaders
Basic Principles in Developing Leadership
Actions Boards Must Take
Actions Founders Must Take
Actions Staff Might Take
Summary
Transitioning to a New Chief Executive
Founder's Syndrome: When New Chief Executive Replaces Founder
Symptoms Depend On Nature of Founder
Typical Symptoms
Actions Boards Must Take
Actions New Chief Executive Must Take Before Taking the Job
Actions New Chief Executive Must Take After Taking the Job
What if Founder Left Organization in a Mess?
Appendix A -
Procedure for Transitioning to a New Chief Executive
Current Chief Executive's Notification to Board
Confidentiality
Board Preparation
Administrative Preparation
Interim Coordination Between Board and Staff
Hiring the New Chief Executive
Orienting the New Chief Executive
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Content: Typical Traits of Well-Developed Leaders
Leaders of lasting, well-developed organizations have experienced numerous changes, and managed to develop their organizations and themselves along the way. Developed leaders: · Appreciate plans and budgets as guidelines, and realize these ultimately make their organizations more responsive to the needs of their customers. · Make proactive decisions based on mission and affordability. · Make staffing decisions based on responsibilities, training, and capabilities. · Value Board and staff members for their strong expertise and feedback. · Sustain strong credibility among customers and service providers. Basic Principles in Developing Leadership
Eventually, most founders realize they must change the way they operate. Many go on to develop their leadership style to the next level. First, they realize they must change from within.