Episode 168 — Inside Modern Leadership with Skye LaJaunie artwork
The Boardroom Buzz: Grow, Sell, or Exit

Episode 168 — Inside Modern Leadership with Skye LaJaunie

  • S2E168
  • 1:38:23
  • April 25th 2024

Skye LaJaunie, COO of LaJaunie's Pest Control, joins Paul and Patrick in The Boardroom to dive into the crucial role of company culture in driving business success. There is a huge need for a strong culture built on genuine relationships between leaders and team members. But what does it take to truly understand your team's motivations and aspirations? And how can leaders foster an environment where everyone feels valued and connected?

Skye sheds light on the importance of adapting business strategies to align with employee values, especially considering the unique characteristics of the younger generation in the workforce. When it comes to flexibility and customization, urging leaders to meet younger individuals where they are can be key in driving their success. But what does this level of customization look like in practice? And how can businesses navigate the changing dynamics of the modern workplace while staying true to their core values?

Skye underscores the value of learning from others, whether through mentorship or studying successful businesses. The power of collaboration and openness to new ideas can do wonders in driving growth and development. But how can leaders cultivate a culture of continuous learning within their organizations? What steps can you take to ensure you're always evolving and adapting to stay ahead in such a fast-paced industry?

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The Boardroom Buzz: Grow, Sell, or Exit

Boardroom Buzz is the straight-talk playbook for owners who built their service businesses from the crawlspace up and want to master the next move—whether that’s doubling down on growth or preparing for a life-changing exit.

Hosted by Jason & Jeremy Julio—“The Blue-Collar Twins” who turned a service-truck start-up into a multimillion-dollar success—and mentored by veteran deal-maker Paul Giannamore, the show turns boardroom finance into stories you’d swap over a tailgate. Expect 40-minute deep-dives that unwrap one real transaction and one valuation lever you can pull today, plus quick “Market Pulse” riffs that flag shifts every operator should watch.

If you’re a majority or significant-minority owner eyeing the $5 M–$100 M revenue range, tune in for gritty war stories, step-by-step tactics, and the confidence to choose your own endgame. New episodes every Thursday. Presented by POTOMAC M&A.