Planning for the future

A proactive approach is needed when it comes to formulating a successful succession plan for your business

David Shanahan, tax director, Deloitte
Niall Glynn, partner, Deloitte

It is often said that the most successful business owners are those who could visualise their success before they achieved it.

The hard work, courage, sacrifice and dedication which went into making that success a reality was worth it because they knew their future was in safe hands.

Against this backdrop, it is interesting to note that in many successful businesses, little or no time is given to planning for a ...