124 | Will Scully | How I Managed to Turn Around My 140-Year Old Family Business

In today’s show, Chris interviews Will Scully, President, William Scully Limited. 

This show starts with Will sharing how he got enrolled in Student Works. Will reveals how he as a teenager was unable to be in charge and assume responsibility. Until Student Works came along.  This segment of the show is particularly interesting as Will shares why his Student Works stint has proved to be far more useful than his economics degree. 

Can a college education equip you with the skills necessary to survive in the real world?

Next, Will shares some interesting information about his family business, William Scully Limited. William Scully Limited is a 140-year old Canadian regimental outfitter. When Will joined William Scully, the business was in dire straits. Lack of systematization and a refusal to change with the times were some of the reasons for this dismal situation. 

So, how did Will manage to turn around his business? Are the challenges of managing an existing business significantly different compared to starting a whole new business? Particularly, Will talks quite a bit about how prudent financial guidance helped him streamline operations.  We also reveal how small and medium-sized businesses can attract the best possible talent. 

Towards the end of the show, we share some critical attributes that truly define a leader of tomorrow. 

Tune in for some excellent insights!

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