Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.   Let’s dive in!   In this episode, I sit down with Michael Richman, an EOS Implementer and Business Coach, who shares how an implementer creates the safe space needed for real conversations, why strong client relationships come from old fashioned consistency, and how partnerships thrive on open communication. Michael also discusses the value of curiosity in facilitation and why patience, not quick changes, is the smartest move when acquiring a business.   03:00 The Impact of EOS on Business Growth 07:00 Family Business and Entrepreneurial Roots 10:00 Growing a Niche Business 14:00 Scaling and Preparing for Acquisition 17:00 The Dynamics of a 50/50 Partnership 21:00 EOS Implementation and Organizational Change 25:00 Transition to Implementer and Facilitator 29:00 The Art of Professional Facilitation 32:00 Defining Success and Post-Acquisition Challenges 36:00 Lessons from Post-Acquisition Pitfalls 40:00 Identifying Business Opportunities and AI’s Role 43:00 Navigating AI and Client Criteria   Episode Resources   Website: https://www.michaelrichman.me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-richman-9b9a32/