A Sad State Of Affairs According To STEP Report
The majority of solicitors and professionals who help plan their clients’ estates have either seen instances of actual or suspected...
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Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 35 min read
Expert Woodturners For More Than A Century
Jackson Woodturners has been established as expert woodturners for more than 100 years. Based in Sheffield, the family firm is now in...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 33 min read
The Ethical Imperative: Family Firms Doing Business Right
In the business world, the concept of ‘doing business right’ encompasses ethical decision-making, corporate social responsibility, and...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 23 min read
Shirtsleeves To Shirtsleeves In Three Generations...
The adage ‘shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations’ is often quoted as encapsulating the recurring cycle observed in many...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 24 min read
Family Firms Need To Prepare For The Silver Tsunami
In recent years, the term 'silver tsunami' has gained traction among demographers, economists, and policymakers. It vividly describes the...
Enrique M. Soriano - Senior Advisor, Wong Advisory Group
Aug 293 min read
True Legacy Starts With Being A Good Parent
A true legacy encompasses more than just material wealth; it includes the values, wisdom and love that we pass on to our descendants. "In...
Enrique M. Soriano - Senior Advisor, Wong Advisory Group
Aug 295 min read
The Japanese Model Of Family Business Succession: A Tradition Of Longevity
Late July, I had the privilege of visiting Osaka and Tokyo, where I engaged with several family-owned businesses as part of my ongoing...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 283 min read
Celebrating Family Business Milestones
Celebrating a key family business milestone is an invaluable opportunity to strengthen relationships, boost morale, and propel the...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 285 min read
Fall In Small Business Confidence As Employment Costs Takes A Toll
Small business confidence fell back into negative territory in the second quarter of this year, losing the ground made up by the first...
John Broons, John Broons Advisory
Aug 272 min read
The Psychology Of Family Businesses – Understanding Motivations & Goals
Beyond the bricks and mortar, beyond the balance sheets, lies the motivations and goals that drive the hearts and minds of family...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 233 min read
Narcissistic Behaviour In Family Firms
The impact of narcissistic behaviour in family businesses is a complex and often destructive force that can affect both the operational...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Aug 233 min read
Why Leaving Your Children To Decide On Their Own Isn’t Always Fair
One of the most common sentiments I hear from family business owners is, “I don’t know if my children are interested in coming into the...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 223 min read
Aligning Values: The Key To Family Cohesion In Family Firms
Family businesses are distinctive entities that blend personal relationships with professional pursuits. Although they benefit from...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 224 min read
The Importance Of Understanding Family Dynamics In Business
Family businesses are the lifeblood of many economies worldwide, representing a staggering 85% of all global businesses, employing...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 213 min read
Successful Leaders Make Space For Staff To Challenge Decisions
Leaders should foster a culture of positive, constructive challenge, which can help mitigate risks and improve decision making, according...
John Broons, John Broons Advisory
Aug 214 min read
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...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Aug 213 min read
When Permanent Isn’t Practical: The Value of Interim Managers
Family businesses often face moments requiring major decisions—whether it’s passing the baton to the next generation, preparing for a...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 212 min read
Which Hat To Wear - My Business Or Family Hat?
David Baggott, is a Founding Partner of CN Strategic Advisors LLP, a family-owned independent advisory boutique, providing specialist...
Guillermo Salazar
Aug 173 min read
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...
Kyler Gilbert, Business Consulting Resources
Aug 153 min read
Cultivating A Strong Culture By Embedding Family Values
In a family business, culture isn’t just an abstract concept—it’s the glue that holds everything together. A strong, value-driven culture...
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