A Universal Challenge: Succession Planning at B – Black Belt Brand Builders
Across the globe, in every nation and within every industry, no matter how big or small is the enterprise, the matter of ‘Succession Planning’ casts a long shadow over firms.
It’s a persistent worry, a knot of uncertainty that many organizations struggle to untangle.
The absence of a clear succession plan carries a significant risk to the clients, the students and mentees of B-Black Belt Brand Builders – the loss of invaluable knowledge and experience.
This oversight leaves organizations vulnerable and adrift, threatening the very future they promise their clients.
Remember Todd Henry’s powerful imagery in “Die Empty”?
He eloquently argues that the knowledge, insights, and experiences we accumulate throughout our lives are utterly wasted if we don’t actively share them.
It’s as if this precious intellectual capital is buried with us in the graveyard or reduced to ashes in the crematorium, benefiting no one.
Henry passionately emphasizes the urgency of extracting and disseminating our unique perspectives while we’re still here, encouraging us to “Die Empty” of all the value we have to offer the world.
It’s a potent reminder of the legacy we can leave through the knowledge we impart.
On this auspicious day of Akshay Trithiya, with a heart both serene and filled with a deep sense of responsibility, I wish to share with you my decision regarding the future of B-Black Belt Brand Builders.
Should the time come when death or physical inability prevents me from continuing my work, my cherished successor will be Shailaja Dwivedi Pathak.
Shailaja is more than just my student; she has illuminated my own path and helped me recognize my true worth within this industry.
To me, Shailaja is not simply a protégé, but a beloved member of my own family.
With heartfelt gratitude to you Shailaja
Vivek
PS: My dear readers, allow me to emphasize something deeply important. B-Black Belt Brand Builders carries no burden of financial debt. Its wealth lies solely in the immeasurable assets of books, notes, knowledge and wisdom, lovingly accumulated over these past 51 years. This is the enduring legacy we offer.
