Exit Is Now - Plan Accordingly With Scott Snider Flipping the Script: Chris Snider Interviews Scott Snider
Nov 21, 2024
In this engaging conversation, Chris Snider, CEO of the Exit Planning Institute, interviews his father, Scott Snider, a seasoned entrepreneur and leader. They dive into Scott's early ventures, including starting a landscaping business at 17 and the emotional ties to his work. Scott shares insights on leading the EPI through challenging times, his personal struggles, and the importance of teamwork and trust in leadership. Finally, they discuss nurturing the next generation in family businesses, emphasizing early engagement and partnership.
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Early Exit And Identity Shift
- Scott sold his landscaping firm at 22 and struggled with an identity shift from 'landscaper' to business leader.
- He described being torn between hands-on work and office strategy before joining his father's company.
The Two-Year Ask
- Chris asked Scott to run EPI in 2014 and set a two-year commitment if he would take it on.
- Scott accepted despite hesitation and uncertainty about leading an education organization.
Flip To Advisers As Primary Clients
- Scott saw EPI's real leverage was training advisors, not selling directly to owners.
- He reframed EPI to coach advisors so they could better serve owners and scale impact.
