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021- Refusing Employment Led to Ownership: A Small Business Story of Partnership and Purpose
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Joe refused to become an employee and instead negotiated a partnership deal that eventually led to full ownership of Northern Air, hammering out the details during late-night conversations in high school football bleachers with his future business partner. The transition from solo entrepreneur to company owner brought unexpected challenges as Joe grappled with the profound responsibility of leading a team and the weight of decisions that affect not just his own future, but the livelihoods of employees and their families. This conversation explores the psychological burden of business ownership and the commitment to creating the best possible workplace in their community.
BIG IDEA
The responsibility that's on you for the people that work for the company, for the reputation of the company and for the longevity and the legacy that the company's going to leave behind weighs on business owners in ways that people don't see.
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