Hi
Getting involved in the business does not mean the current operation needs to be changed, think strategically, where can you make a constructive contributing,what experience have you had in your life. The best thing you can bring to a company is open mindedness.
My work involves engaging in companies that require restructuring, guidance etc. I find that the easiest way for directors to "re-engage" into their own organizations, is through an area of common interest.Look at procurement - can you add value there? do you have a list of preferred suppliers? when was the last time you tendered this business? If you feel more comfortable with customers - when was the last time that they actually met you? are they happy with your service? are they buying a different product from a competitor that you could sell them?
Finish reading this mail by changing the title in your head from " Silent Partner" to "Strategic Partner" - If you are looking to disengage from the company soon you will need to have a list of objectives set out, milestones if you like which you need t achieve before this can happen.
Please feel free to PM me, if you would like to discuss one to one.
Regards
Aiden