March 31 – Family Business Story Update – Georef/Bus Planner

Donald Linders shared the struggles that Georef encountered as they grew from a small company to a larger company.  Georef was built on two basic principals:

1. Listen to your clients
2. Keep your word

Growth certainly presents many challenges.  Some of what Donald has learned during this growth period include:

• success comes from client satisfaction
• communication must be super clear
• written policies are important
• being the boss can be lonely
• get help when necessary
• embrace your role as leader

Thank you Donald, for sharing your insights with CFFB

Dave Schnarr, Executive Director, CFFB