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Mitigating IHT & Divorce Risks: Strategic Planning For Families Post Budget
Boodle Hatfield's William Rollin (Partner – Family and Divorce) and Laura Cullinane (Senior Associate – Tax and Trusts) reflect on the...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Mar 125 min read


Keep Business Conversations Off The Table At Christmas
The holiday table is a space for joy and connection, not a boardroom. Mixing business with family time can quickly sour the mood,...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Dec 12, 20244 min read


The Double-Edged Sword Of In-Laws In Family firms
Family businesses are often seen as the backbone of many economies, with success stories that span generations. Built on strong personal...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 22, 20244 min read


The Power Of Emotional Capital In Family Firms
Family businesses stand apart from other enterprises in many ways, but one of the most defining characteristics is the powerful interplay...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 21, 20245 min read


The Heart of Family Business: How People Make All the Difference
In the world of family-owned businesses, it’s not just profit margins, legacy, or product lines that define success—it’s the people....
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20245 min read


Family Business: The Complex Dynamics Of Business And Blood!
Running a family business offers a unique blend of professional and personal rewards, but it also comes with its own set of challenges...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 4, 20245 min read


Harnessing The Strengths Of Family Relationships For Long-Term Success
Maximising family ownership in a business and leveraging the strengths of familial relationships can be a game-changer for long-term...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 1, 20244 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...
John Broons, John Broons Advisory
Aug 27, 20242 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...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 23, 20243 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...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Aug 23, 20243 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 22, 20243 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...
John Broons, John Broons Advisory
Aug 21, 20244 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...
Guillermo Salazar
Aug 17, 20243 min read


Embracing The Discomfort Of Growth With Playfulness
Discomfort is a complicated soul; we can often feel many discomforts at once about contradictory things. Reality is not a model, it's...
Nick Mayhew - Founder & Managing Director, Alembic Strategy
Aug 8, 20243 min read


Finding The Balance Between Being A Family & Working In Business Together
Navigating the complexities of a family business can be challenging. With the mingling of familial ties and professional...
Dr Ronit Lami, Family Business Wealth Consultant
Nov 23, 20233 min read


Conflict Resolution Forums
One of the main functions of a family business structure is to guarantee its continuity. To do this, it is necessary not only that the...
Guillermo Salazar
Jul 12, 20234 min read


Family Legacy As A Critical Educational & Engagement Tool
This legacy article covers how a business family legacy does not only serve as a thought garden, an oasis of wisdom for the family, their...
Zita Nikoletta Verbényi
Jun 30, 20236 min read
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