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Jayne McQuillan walks with and speaks to a U.S. Army officer at the National Security Seminar at the U.S. Army War College.

What the U.S. Army War College Taught Me About Strategy

Whether in business or national security, the leaders who succeed are those who consistently make disciplined choices today that increase their ability to succeed tomorrow.

6 minutes ago5 min read

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Conflict Avoidance Is Costing Your Business More Than You Think

Difficult conversations are part of leadership. Avoiding them can quietly damage trust, morale, accountability, and long-term business growth.

May 276 min read

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The Quiet Shift Reshaping Business Ownership and Reducing Owner Dependence

Gen X and Millennial owners are redefining what it means to own a business, shifting away from day-to-day dependence and toward building more valuable, independent companies that create flexibility and long-term options.

Apr 226 min read

Father and son in business attire, one holding a grandbaby, look at a laptop in a bright office. Father points at the screen.

Planning the Next Chapter: Preparing Your Business for Family or Management Succession

With time, preparation, and intentional leadership development, succession becomes not an ending, but the beginning of the next chapter for both the company and the owner.

Mar 186 min read

business owner thinking about exit strategy

The Owner's Trap: Are You Where You Want to Be as a Business Owner?

Most business owners don’t actually want to sell today. What they want is to reduce pressure now. Improve cash flow now. Gradually step back from the day to day. Build a company that can thrive without them. This isn’t just exit planning. It’s ownership transformation.

Feb 186 min read

Feeling the Weight of Every Decision? Strategic Planning for Business Owners Ready to Scale

Many business owners feel the weight of every decision because growth has outpaced structure and leadership capacity. Strategic planning creates space by organizing priorities, aligning teams, and shifting ownership beyond the owner. When done well, it turns pressure into clarity and momentum.

Jan 215 min read

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Before the New Year Rush: Give Yourself the Gift of an Exit Plan

End of year reflection is the ideal moment for business owners to start exit planning. Learn how early valuation, leadership readiness, and long-term strategy create a more profitable, transferable business and a confident, intentional exit.

Dec 10, 20254 min read

Jayne McQuillan and her husband stand on a mountain viewing deck, with a backdrop of snowy peaks and a clear blue sky. Journey Consulting | Green Bay, WI

Taking My Own Advice: What I Learned About Leadership in the Alps

As a business owner, I spend a lot of time helping other leaders step back and see the bigger picture. I encourage them to take time away, to empower their teams, and to build organizations that don’t depend on them every single day. It’s great advice. But as I was reminded recently, sometimes the hardest part is taking your own.

Nov 18, 20254 min read

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You Trust Your Business Partners… But Are Your Business Partnership Agreements Protecting You?

Even strong partnerships can unravel. Discover the key business agreements that protect your company, your ownership, and your relationships.

Oct 15, 20254 min read

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