RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Steering Clear of the Brink JF The Journal of Private Equity FD Institutional Investor Journals SP 25 OP 31 DO 10.3905/jpe.2002.320020 VO 5 IS 4 A1 John M. Collard YR 2002 UL https://pm-research.com/content/5/4/25.abstract AB Can you see an impending business disaster before it hits? This article provides 10 early warning signs to watch, such as overextended and overworked top managers; rapid employee turnover; inefficient communications with employees; unclear goals; improper compensation programs, and others. Discussions are provided for each of the 10 warning signs, along with a general road map of how leadership styles can highlight the difference between a healthy and a marginal company.