#320: You Can't Fix What You Won't Face: Tough Leadership Decisions with Paul Willman

Numbers don’t lie, but sometimes we wish they would. When the truth about underperforming team members becomes impossible to ignore, tough leadership decisions are inevitable. Paul Willman knows this firsthand. For over a year and a half, Paul struggled with the reality that an attorney on his team wasn’t covering her expenses, let alone contributing to profitability. His story highlights the difficult balance between being a compassionate leader and maintaining a healthy, profitable business.

 

In this episode, Paul joins Melissa to share his journey of facing the financial reality of his firm and making the tough decision to let a team member go. Through this conversation, you’ll learn the importance of financial clarity and why getting crystal clear on the numbers can transform difficult personnel decisions. His story is a must-listen for any firm owner who knows something isn’t working but needs the facts—and the courage—to act.

 

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.velocitywork.com/320

 

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