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

Send us Fan MailNever Been Promoted Podcast with Thomas HelfrichLance 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 LeadershipUnderstanding different leadership styles is crucial for effectively managing teams and businesses.Value of Financial LeadershipHiring the right CFO can transform a business from a cost center to a profit center, making it a critical investment.Consistent Service DeliveryLance 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 OsborneCONNECT WITH LANCE OSBORNE:Website:https://www.rtipublishinghouse.com/Email: [email protected]:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lance-osborne/CONNECT WITH THOMAS:X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thelfrich | https://twitter.com/nevbeenpromoted Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hovienko | https://www.facebook.com/neverbeenpromotedWebsite: https://www.neverbeenpromoted.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverbeenpromoted/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@neverbeenpromotedLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomashelfrich/Email: [email protected] the showhttps://www.youtube.com/@cutthetie