Everyone has the potential to make an impact on a business, rich turner said. Expanding one’s leadership capabilities and channeling an entrepreneur’s mindset can help grow that impact.
Through his firm, Rich in Thought Consulting, Turner is hosting a master class series covering every stage of business ownership. The goal, Turner said, is to help leaders navigate complexity, make smarter decisions, and create lasting impacts.
“The idea is to offer value to the entire life cycle related to business,” Turner said last month. “It’s a way to get exposure and education without having to sign up for a whole business program or degree.”
The 12-part workshop series, in partnership with Montana West Economic Development – a nonprofit working throughout Northwest Montana to promote economic diversity and business growth – features one class every month, designed and led by Turner.
Whether someone is launching a new business,scaling current operations or planning the next chapter for a legacy business,the series is built to support any business journey,Turner said.
New Courses Help Business Owners Grow
Montana West Economic Development is offering a series of courses designed to help business owners improve their skills and grow their companies. The courses cover topics like building a strong team, understanding finances, and preparing a business for sale.
The first course, “Building a High-Performance Team,” focuses on hiring the right people and creating a positive work environment. The second course, “Financial Literacy for Business Owners,” teaches owners how to understand their financial statements and make informed decisions. The third course, “Exit Planning,” helps owners prepare their business for sale or transfer.
“The quality of a business is as good as they are willing to be introspective and work on themselves,” Turner said. “I frequently enough say to leaders that the leader is the bottleneck, so if an association wants to grow, the leader has to grow first.”
The last three classes cover choosing the right path for established businesses and increasing company value before selling.
Each course is two hours long and costs $100 for Montana West Economic Development members. non-members pay $150 per course.
Turner, originally from Costa Rica, moved to the United States at age 17. He served 15 years in the U.S. Marine corps,living in several states. Throughout his service, he prioritized the success and safety of his team – a commitment that continues to drive his work today.