FAMILY BUSINESS SOLUTIONS FOR TODAY AND TOMORROW
FRESH LIGHT - SHARP FOCUS - DEEP INSIGHT
HOW WE CAN HELP
Open Aperture Advisors exists to ensure survival of family businesses by helping leaders make wise decisions that serve the business and the family well for today and the next generation.
Our name is inspired by photography. An open aperture provides full illumination for a subject even when there is not a lot of natural light. It also keeps the camera focused on the key subject while blurring everything in the background.
In a similar way, Open Aperture Advisors brings fresh light, sharp focus and deep insight to your family business.
Jim Moody
Founder of Open Aperture
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We were excited to have Jim Moody as a speaker at a recent event for our company. His topic was "Top Five Reasons Family Businesses Fail." Jim was absolutely well prepared and knew how to engage those in attendance on the subject! His presentation was insightful, educational, and extremely informative. And that was well noted by the attendees in our post-meeting survey! Jim is a delightful person and brings the best of the best to his audience. We are well pleased we had Jim for this meeting and look forward to having him back in the future!
Dale Mercer
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Jim Moody has been such a huge help to me this last year. I have grown so much as a leader with his coaching while navigating career changes and I am beyond thankful for his help. If you are thinking about setting up a time with a coach - book it with Jim! You won't regret it.
Coaching Client
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My son and I have been working on a succession plan for our building supply business during the past year. After an in-depth analysis of our business, goals, and individual personalities, Jim developed a two-year strategic plan for our company. His ability to facilitate an open and transparent discussion among owners and family members is truly a gift. I have recommended him to several of my friends and they have all been pleased with the coaching/consulting Jim provides.
Family Business Client
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Hey Jim. I just want to thank you again for coming the other day. It was not just a good day but I would call it a breakthrough day. My brother and I had a great talk after you left and I truly believe his eyes were opened. He sees that the old model of our company's progression will not work with us two. He apologized for assuming that is what I wanted and we are discussing NEW future plans. Thanks again and we will definitely be circling back around with you in a couple of months to give you an update.
Conflict Resolution Client
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Jim's disarming style breaks down the barriers I didn't even recognize I had that were standing between me and a more fully realized potential. Jim, of course, asks excellent questions as any good coach would, but where I've found him truly shine, at least for me, is walking the tightrope of giving me space and challenging my thinking. He is an artist at reflecting my thoughts back in a way that helps bring clarity about the right path forward. Jim has indeed been a game-changing partner in this season of my growth. So, if you're on the fence about executive coaching, I get it. If you're on the fence about executive coaching with Jim Moody, let me implore you to get off the fence and let Jim partner with you in taking the next hill of growth.
Coaching Client
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I could not be happier that our company chose to work with Jim on our succession planning. Jim guided our process along to attain progress and firm steps forward, while being considerate of everyone involved and sensitive to their needs. My experience with Jim impacted me by how I chose to interpret things. He helped me step outside of my head to process my emotions more clearly. Jim is kind and considerate while being firm and productive with the goals that are established. I am grateful I had the opportunity to work with Jim, he helped me, and others involved in the process create our plan and ensure we see it through.
Family Business Client
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Jim was phenomenal at helping us set up and organize for growth in our company. He created an environment for us, with his knowledge and insight, that gave us the vision to see where changes needed to be made. I highly recommend using Jim.
Family Business and Strategic Planning Client
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Working with Jim was one of the best decisions I made. Jim helped me gain clarity and focus on where my skill set would best intersect with my next step. Jim helped me see the opportunities in front of my face so that I could make informed next best steps instead of guessing and hoping I made the best career decision.
Coaching Client
