Leadership & Management
Running a family business can be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do. You’re building something with people you trust, you’re carrying forward traditions, and you’re creating opportunities for the next generation. But let’s be frank: it can also be messy. Personal relationships, long-standing “the way we’ve always done it” habits, and constant […]
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Every family business reaches a point where things get a little murky. Maybe you’re bringing in the next generation, adding a new employee, or trying to move in a different direction. People care deeply, which is a strength, but it can also get messy. Roles blur. Emotions run close to the surface. Decisions start to […]
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Why Business Continuity Planning Is Non-Negotiable in Family Business Succession Family businesses are the backbone of the economy—and often the heart of the families who run them. But when it comes time to hand off leadership, most don’t make it. Only 30% of family-owned businesses successfully transition to the second generation. By the third, that […]
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So, What Does a Manager Actually Do in a Family Business? If you’re running a family business, odds are you’re not just wearing one hat—you’ve got about six of them stacked on your head, and maybe one in your back pocket for emergencies. You’re likely the boss, the bookkeeper, the cheerleader, the repair tech, and […]
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