Listen " Rebuilding a Family Business And The Power of The Kolbe A™ Index With John Colaruotolo and Richard Canfield "
Episode Synopsis
How do you Rebuild a Family business? What is the Power of The Kolbe A™ Index and how can it completely change your life and your family dynamic? How did learning his Kolbe bring a grown man like John Colaruotolo to tears?
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EPISODE 1
In this episode of Innovate and Overcome, we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with John Colaruotolo and his daughter Alana Caston. This father-daughter duo shares their incredible journey of navigating family business dynamics, overcoming a family business that was on the brink of disaster, and leveraging the power of the Kolbe A Index to change teamwork and personal growth while helping their employees during Covid.
John and Alana introduce us to their family business, which began in 1958 and has seen 66 years of operation. John talks about the early days and the foundational values that have kept their business thriving through decades of economic changes and industry shifts.
The Turning Point: A Business in Crisis The conversation delves into a critical period when John had to step into a struggling concrete block manufacturing company owned by his mother's side of the family. Despite having no prior experience in managing such an enterprise, John took on the challenge, applying his entrepreneurial skills to turn the business around. He shares the strategies he used, including focusing on key customers and cutting out less profitable segments.
Leadership and Personal Growth: John's story is not just about business tactics but also about personal growth. He discusses how facing his fears head-on helped him develop the courage needed to lead effectively. His reflections on managing stress and maintaining a positive mindset offer valuable lessons for anyone dealing with overwhelming responsibilities.
Family Dynamics and Support: Alana provides insight into growing up in an entrepreneurial family, highlighting the balance between business discussions and family life from her perspective growing up different in the family. The importance of support from family members during challenging times is a recurring theme, underscoring how crucial it is to have a strong support system.
Innovation through Kolbe A Index: John and Alana also touch on their use of the Kolbe A Index, a tool that has significantly impacted their approach to business and personal relationships. John explains how understanding their natural strengths and those of their team members has led to better teamwork and more efficient operations.
Moving Forward with Purpose: The episode concludes with John and Alana discussing their future plans, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and adaptation. They reflect on the lessons they've learned and how they intend to apply them to future business endeavors.
For more information and to connect with John and Alana, visit:
https://www.interpreteen.com
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00:00 Intro
02:00 Meet John
04:00 Family business challenge
12:00 Promo
13:00 Journey continues
24:00 Promo 2
25:00 Value of Coaching and Kolbe A Discovery with Strategic Coach
36:00 Promo 3
38:00 Helping Families during Covid - Power of Kolbe A Index
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