DON’T Settle for Less in Executive Search with Lance Osborne

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Lance shares his journey from being a military officer in the Canadian Navy to becoming a leader in the recruitment industry, with a focus on placing financial executives. His story is filled with valuable insights into leadership, entrepreneurship, and the challenges of finding the right talent for critical roles in businesses.
About Lance Osborne:

Lance Osborne is the founder of Osborne Financial Search, a recruitment firm specializing in placing CFOs and financial executives for owner-managed businesses. With over four decades of experience in the recruitment industry, Lance has built a reputation for delivering consistent, high-quality service. His background as a military officer and his deep understanding of leadership and finance have uniquely positioned him to assist businesses in finding the right financial leadership.
In this episode, Thomas and Lance discuss:

• Lance’s Entrepreneurial Journey: From his early days in the military to starting his own recruitment firm, Lance shares how his experiences shaped his approach to business and leadership.
• The Challenges of Hiring CFOs: Lance explains the common mistakes owner-managers make when hiring CFOs, including fishing from too small a pond and not understanding the true value of the role.
• Leadership Styles: Drawing from his military background, Lance discusses different leadership styles and how they apply to both military and business environments.

Key Takeaways:

• The Importance of Leadership

Understanding different leadership styles is crucial for effectively managing teams and businesses.

• Value of Financial Leadership

Hiring the right CFO can transform a business from a cost center to a profit center, making it a critical investment.

• Consistent Service Delivery

Lance emphasizes the importance of delivering consistent, high-quality service to build and maintain client relationships.
"Get all the information you can, but make up your own mind. Don't let somebody else make up your mind." — Lance Osborne

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1. DON’T Settle for Less in Executive Search with Lance Osborne (00:00:00)

2. Entrepreneurial Interviews With Lance Osborne (00:00:01)

3. Entrepreneurial Insight and Leadership Styles (00:14:23)

4. Personal Growth in Leadership Style (00:21:35)

5. Honesty and Transparency in Entrepreneurship (00:26:07)

6. Hiring Strategies for CFO Success (00:38:24)

7. Unleashing Your Inner Entrepreneur (00:45:33)