Most business partners start off with a common purpose, to build a successful business partnership and business. However, too many make the mistake of allowing their enthusiasm and passion to drive them forward without ensuring the components that are critical to success are in place and agreed. Maybe you did start off aligned on your goals, ways of working and approach, but over time have drifted apart and started bickering with each other instead of being there to support and encourage each other.
Frustration in your Business Partnership
A lack of alignment in your Business Partnership can occur for many reasons. It might be a fear of conflict, or avoiding dealing with challenging situations. Communication may be poor, unclear or even non-existent. Maybe you’re stuck in the day-to-day business with no time for the really important things like thinking strategically and planning your longer-term goals. Some partners may feel they need to be involved in everything while others struggle to trust each other and share responsibility.
If any of this resonates with you, then now is the time to take action and make a change to create a successful business partnership and we are here to help.
Regular Disagreement
Role
Overlap
Conflicting Directions
Stuck in Daily Routine
Power
Imbalance
Our Partnership Alignment Approach
Our tailored partnership alignment program has four phases.
At each stage your dedicated consultant will support and coach the partners on improving individual performance and team dynamics. They will understand how to remove the ‘difficult’ and have productive supportive conversations. This will shift the partners from being reactive to constructive, creating a high-performing business partnership.
PHASE ONE: DIAGNOSE
When partners are in distress, it can be challenging to uncover what’s really going on. Each partner will have a view. Our first step is to understand what is challenging each partner and the partnership dynamic.
PHASE TWO: DESIGN
Each partnership program is designed to address the specific challenges within the partnership. Together we tailor the content and structure of the program to meet your specific needs.
PHASE THREE: DELIVER
As the partners step through the program, they will agree and align improving their relationship. The apporach and expectations of each other will be documented in their ‘Partnership Protocol’ – a living document that defines exactly how the partners will work together.
PHASE FOUR: DRIVE
We provide the partners with a mentor for ongoing support as they adapt to, and embed the new ways of working into an improved team dynamic. This provides a safe space to release stress, discuss issues and identify opportunities.
Leadership Services
Your project and joint venture program will utilise a combination of our high value leadership services tailored to your specific needs.