Paul Spencer
Family Business Advisor
Appears in 30 Episodes
Competitive advantage
Paul covers topics such as resilience in business, ideas of competition, the significance of understanding one's unique business model, the role of technology in compe...
How my story shapes my IT views
This conversation is primarily about the journey of Paul Spencer from being a fresh graduate to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Paul recounts his experiences durin...
Reflecting on 2023
In this episode, Paul reflects on the year and shares his top takeaways and insights. The conversation also touches on the topic of marketing and the authentic approac...
Goals, AIMs, systems, interactions
We discuss the importance of setting goals, aims, and systems within a business or organization. We explore the idea that achieving goals is not solely dependent on ef...
Economic and financial awareness
We’re living in an interesting time, aren’t we? The past two decades have been a rollercoaster, economically speaking. (And emotionally, socially, and politically spea...
A resilient business in the new economy
In this episode, we talk about the potential turbulence in the future, including demographic changes, technological changes, and the growing government debt. We also d...
The 5 capitals of the family
In this episode we discuss the difference between family business and family enterprise, the concept of the five capitals (human, social, spiritual, intellectual, and ...
Wisdom and beyond
Each family member brings unique gifts and aspirations to the table. The challenge — the opportunity — lies in supporting these diverse paths. Shifting our perspective...
Flywheel of longevity
Imagine life as a flywheel — a giant wheel that, once set in motion, keeps gaining momentum. In the context of family, this flywheel is fueled by wisdom. I stumbled up...
Introduction
The first conversation emphasizes the importance of resilience as a critical component for businesses to withstand future economic and societal challenges. It discusse...