Episode 11: Head in the Sand? Why Avoiding Succession Is Really a Leadership Problem

Succession planning is often delayed until after harvest, shearing, or "when the time is right" but waiting can create bigger challenges down the track.In this episode, Chris Mulcahy explores why avoiding succession is less about planning and more about leadership. He introduces the three Family Farm Succession Zones: Delay, Growth, and Crisis, and explains why the best outcomes happen when families take the lead, not when circumstances force decisions.You'll learn why a will isn't a succession plan, the difference between fair and equal, and how proactive leadership can help protect family relationships, preserve wealth, and secure the future of the farm.Which succession zone are you in? Tune in to find out.