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What happens when an owner-led business suddenly has to run without its owner? A hypothetical hardware distributor reveals three hidden risks: tribal knowledge, margin compression, and succession gaps. Learn how to spot these “monsters,” reduce founder dependence, and strengthen your business before a crisis or a buyer puts it to the test.

Core values become meaningful only when leaders use them to make difficult people decisions—even when a high performer is involved. Discover how consistently enforced values reduce key-person risk, help employees make sound decisions without the owner, and create a stronger, more transferable business that buyers will value.