Episode 118 - Transition Your Business with Values Assessments and Reverse Mentoring - Talking with Julie Noonan

In this episode of The Disruptive Successor Show, Jonathan speaks with Julie Noonan, an executive coach and change strategist who helps leaders manage both personal and professional change. She shares how her passion is increasing collaboration between generations in organizations and reverse mentoring for executives within 10 years of retirement.Julie discusses the topic of ageism and the reluctance of older generations in turning over control. She suggests that senior members take on the role of the modern elder who provides experiences of crises that younger generations may have not encountered yet.Through a values assessment, different generations can find common ground on where to take the company to avoid the all-too-common reluctance of passing the torch. Julie explains that reverse mentoring provides a safe space for modern elders to learn the skills they need to remain relevant in changing times.HIGHLIGHT QUOTESJULIE: SHARING THE WISDOM OF MOMENTS OF CRISES "We have more values in common than we don't. It's really one, the time of life, and then two, the experience. So the older generation might value stability because they have been through their crises moments. They have been through and they've learned that I have $12 in my name and I can't buy toothpaste. This is probably as low as I'm going to go."JULIE: AUTHENTIC CONVERSATIONS ON VALUES BETWEEN GENERATIONS"My biggest piece of advice would be to literally sit down face to face and talk about what matters most to the person, from a business perspective, what matters most to the person leaving or passing the torch? Is it the longevity of the company? Is it leaving a legacy in a particular industry? What is it that is important for that person, and then for the younger person who's inheriting all of it, what is important for them?"Connect with Julie through the following links:LinkedIn | WebsiteIf you enjoyed today’s episode, please subscribe, review, and share with a friend who would benefit from the message. If you’re interested in picking up a copy of Jonathan Goldhill’s book, Disruptive Successor, go to the website at www.DisruptiveSuccessor.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.