Reflection Point: Exploring Exits, Predictions for 2025 and Beyond
Ana Stoica
Award-Winning Expert ?? Strategic Partner to Founders and CEOs ?? Innovation and Growth ?? Employee Development Assoc. CIPD ? ICF PCC ? ECPC ?? Sustainable Impact SDGs
What I Am Writing ?
This article, part of the Founder Exit series published on my website explores pivotal questions to ask yourself before embarking on the exit journey. From understanding your personal motivations to realistically valuing your company, I provide key questions for reflection before diving into the complexities of an exit.
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A Founder's Guide to Exit Readiness: Pivotal Questions
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What Sparked My Curiosity to Learn More ? Predictions for 2025 and Beyond
Two recent articles from Forbes and TechCrunch offer intriguing predictions with significant implications for founders and teams, touching upon the rising importance of purpose, how technology is shifting how we grow, and the evolving expectations of the workforce.
Forbes highlighted key trends emerging from the EY Strategic Growth Forum, emphasizing the rising importance of purpose-driven businesses. This resonates deeply with what I have observed in the entrepreneurial landscape. The pandemic caused a shift in perspective, with many individuals and organizations re-evaluating their priorities and seeking greater meaning in their work. This trend presents a unique opportunity for businesses to attract top talent and build stronger relationships with clients and partners by clearly defining and communicating their purpose.
The Forbes article also explores the evolving landscape of education and skills development. With technology like VR offering new avenues for training, businesses can access a wider pool of talent and provide more targeted and efficient training programs. This is particularly relevant for industries facing skills shortages. This point really resonated with me, as I have seen firsthand the benefits of offering access to professional skills development through digital coaching and mentoring. It is amazing how technology allows employees from any corner of the world to have access to the right expertise at the right time.?
You can learn more in the Forbes article:
TechCrunch offered a different perspective, with Amazon CTO Werner Vogels sharing his predictions. Vogels highlighted the changing expectations of the workforce, particularly millennials and Gen Z, who prioritize purpose and sustainability over traditional perks. This has profound implications for businesses, which need to create a work environment that aligns with these values to attract and retain top talent.
Vogels also expressed concerns about the spread of misinformation and tech addiction. He stressed the responsibility of technologists to address these challenges, advocating for solutions that promote transparency and encourage healthy tech habits. This resonated with me because it highlights the ethical considerations that businesses need to navigate in an increasingly digital world.?
You can learn more in the TechCrunch article:
Questions for Reflection:
These articles offer a glimpse into the forces shaping the future of business. As a founder or team leader, take some time to reflect on the following questions:
Ana Stoica is the Founder of Meliora, a digital coaching and mentoring provider, focused on empowering founders and teams to drive sustainable impact. Our subscription model supports innovative businesses to scale globally through on-demand expertise and education technology. Since launching in 2020, we have coached founders and teams from 20+ countries, helping them achieve their growth goals and overcome their challenges. Whether you are a startup or a scaleup seeking to accelerate your innovation trajectory, we welcome you to explore the transformative impact of our tailored coaching and mentoring services.