567. Escaping the Ownership Trap: Balancing Legacy, Values, and Growth with Bob Green
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In this episode of Daily Influence, Brian Smith sits down with Bob Green, founder of Evoke Growth, to explore what he calls the “Ownership Trap.” Bob shares powerful insights into how business owners—especially those leading family and legacy companies—can avoid getting stuck in day-to-day isolation and identity struggles. Together, they discuss how to preserve tradition and values while embracing innovation, how to balance legacy with financial realities, and why succession and generational leadership are critical to long-term success.
Listeners will gain practical ways to reframe ROI beyond money, engage teams through storytelling and collaboration, and learn how to “think like private equity and act with heart.” If you’ve ever wondered how to grow with intention while protecting what matters most, this conversation is for you.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobgreenteams
https://evokegrowth.com/
bob@evokegrowth.com