Addressing Taboo Topics In Family Business
Family businesses are often seen as the epitome of unity, shared values, and long-term success. However, beneath the surface lies a...
The Anna Karenina Principle & Family Businesses
Over the last two decades, I have worked with enterprising families as an advisor on their governance structures as well as providing...
Friction Is Not Holding Up Financial Success For Family Firms
Family friction isn’t holding back the UK’s large family-run businesses according to the latest research from Investec Wealth &...
Rows, Rifts And Dead Cats
Dead Cats are like the elephant in the room but smellier. When you have a Dead Cat to deal with, your family dynamic will be hard to...
Navigating Tough Conversations In Family Businesses
When we envision a family business, the images of unity, prosperity, and success often come to mind. However, the untold realities paint...
Understanding And Managing Conflicts In Family Firms
Family firms are the backbone of many economies worldwide, contributing significantly to employment and economic growth. However,...
Dealing With Conflict In A Family Business Is Personal
I speak from experience when I say that whilst being born into and raised in and around a family business can undoubtedly be a blessing,...
Conversations: Enhancing Potential For Family Business Success
Conversation plays a pivotal role in the success of family businesses, fostering communication, understanding, and cohesion among family...
12 Ways To Positively Impact Employee Engagement
How your leaders (and line managers) communicate and behave has a huge impact on the shape of your family business company culture. For...
