REAL Family Business

Consistency and accountability are the keys to growth. We use a quarterly system to keep us aligned on where we want to go and how to get there. Listen in as we give some insight on how this has worked for us.

Meetings are where businesses are made or broken. If you dread meetings, or feel that they are useless, then something isn't being done correctly. Good meetings have a clear purpose and aren't a waste of time. This episode we discuss the chaos of meetings and how that can be organized into a powerful tool.

Have you ever reached a long time goal only to feel a bit underwhelmed? That's when you realize that the journey was the best part! This episode we explore the concept of celebrating your wins now along the way to the big goal!

The Rollo rules are our standards for what we should be. Rule number 7 focuses on making us more proactive in problem solving. It’s easy to complain, but behind every complaint is an opportunity for growth. That is what this rule is meant to capture.

Family businesses are founded on loyalty and trust, which is easy between family members. How can you continue to inspire that same loyalty when you begin to grow your team?

A family business can be demanding, but we have to keep our priorities in order. How can we keep our business thriving while optimizing our time spent away from work?

The Rollo Rules are our guiding principles, and in this episode we discuss rule number 6, "People + Purpose = Profit."

In this episode of the Real Family Business Podcast, we discuss the critical role of communication in family businesses. We explore the complexities of internal communication, the importance of managing expectations, and the impact of technology on client interactions. The conversation emphasizes the need for clear, consistent communication to foster relationships and improve business outcomes.

Technology is a tool, and can be used for good or bad. This episode Daniel Horn, Jackson Rollo, Jason Rollo, and Josiah Rollo discuss the role of technology in a small business. It can be a great equalizer, but comes with many risks if harnessed poorly. How should you implement tech in your business?

As a leader, can you ever be content with what you know? This episode Daniel Horn, Jackson Rollo, Jason Rollo, and Josiah Rollo discuss the process of learning how to improve as leaders. They explore the challenges of complacency in leadership, the necessity of continuous learning, and practical strategies for personal and professional development. The conversation emphasizes the need for humility...

The push in todays society is to jump jobs 8 times, aiming for a new business bigger than the last. We are here to say that's not always the best. With many things to consider, lets see why family business might be better for you.

Rollo Rule 5: The answer is NEVER "Because we've always done it that way." Tradition is important to consider, but repetition without purpose can cause huge problems in a family business.

Family is one of the best things in this world, and building something with them can be beautiful, but it always comes with challenges. Let's look at the beauty and difficulty of a family business.

Vision is critical if you plan for your business to be successful. In this episode we discuss how we have interacted with vision in our business and some tips to implement as well!

Check out the pilot to our new podcast, Real Family Business!