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      <title>What does succession planning look like for sole director/shareholder companies?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Episode 2 of <strong>The Succession Strategy</strong> explores the consequences of an unclear succession plan when a sole director/shareholder dies or loses capacity.</p> <p><a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/vincent-caruso/">Vince </a>and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/flora-alasaly-b60b1623a/">Flora</a> tackle this scenario, providing practical succession planning advice to help you and your business prepare for the unexpected. They explore the legal and practical considerations that are often overlooked when planning for the future of a business.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In the first episode of&nbsp;<em>The Succession Strategy</em>, <a href="https://fcwlawyers.com.au/team/vincent-caruso/">Vincent </a>Caruso and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/flora-alasaly-b60b1623a/">Flora Alasaly</a> explore why effective succession planning goes far beyond preparing a will.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>They discuss what happens to a business&nbsp;when an owner retires, dies, loses capacity or can no longer continue, and why having a clear plan for ownership, control, management and financial security is essential for business continuity.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The episode explores the common gaps that&nbsp;can leave businesses and families exposed, from unclear decision-making authority to a lack of preparation for unexpected events.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Succession planning is not about giving up control today. It is about making sure there is a clear path forward when circumstances change.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>]]></description>
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