In the world of employee ownership, one phrase gets repeated more than most: “Think like an owner.”
It’s a powerful concept. It speaks to agency, commitment and shared purpose. However, this brings us to a key question and the central focus of Episode 6 of our EO Know-How series:
Do we really want 90+ entrepreneurs in the building?
And more importantly… could the business cope, even if we did?
Welcome to the sixth instalment in our Employee Ownership Know-How series, where we pick apart the misconceptions, myths, and unhelpful norms that go hand-in-hand with employee ownership. From implementation to public perception, we pull on personal and professional experience to carve the route to employee ownership that’s as fulfilling as it is functional.
The Myth of the “Mini CEO”
When people hear “entrepreneur,” they might picture risk-takers, disruptors and solopreneurs rewriting the playbook. And while entrepreneurial spirit is vital, an employee-owned business isn’t a start-up incubator.
The truth is: we don’t need everyone launching side ventures in the office kitchen.
What “Thinking Like an Owner” Really Means
Barry Horner, Paradigm Norton’s Co-Founder, takes this sixth instalment to reveal it’s not about creating 90 CEOs, it’s about creating a culture of care, contribution and considered action.
In this episode, he offers a framework to make the phrase actionable: The Six C’s of Co-Ownership, covering:
- Commitment and Ownership
- Cultivating Sustainable Growth
- Cost-Consciousness
- Client-Centricity
- Continuous Improvement
- Core Values Alignment
Ready to Think Like an Owner?
For your team, it’s not about being the loudest voice in the room, and for those embedding an employee-owned culture, it’s not about transforming employees into mini CEOs.
Dive into our sixth guide now to discover the bigger picture.
Who We Are
We take a steady, values-based approach to financial planning. We’ve built lasting relationships by staying focused on what’s important: people, integrity and a long-term view.
As an employee-owned company, we all contribute to the direction and culture of the firm. We help clients plan for the future while making sure we’re doing the same for ourselves.