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Leadership Myths Holding Business Leaders Back
Discussions about leadership are everywhere – it’s all over LinkedIn, on podcasts and there’s plenty of quotes about vision, inspiration...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 12, 20254 min read


Grinding Through The Generations: The Story Of Massey Bros.
Nestled in the heart of Cheshire, a family legacy has been quietly turning over for nearly a century and a half. This is the story of...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 10, 20256 min read


APR/BPR Update
It is a while since we shared an update on the ongoing changes/lobbying activities with regards the changes announced in the last Budget...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 9, 20256 min read


Businesses Benefit From Work Ethic & Commitment From Ex Offenders
New research from the IT asset disposal company DSA Connect, which runs programmes to support prisoners in developing new work skills and...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 9, 20253 min read


Over Half Of UK Firms Delaying Investment Decisions Until After The Budget
New research from the Barclays Business Prosperity Index reveals that while two in five (43 per cent) UK businesses surveyed are...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 8, 20252 min read


Report Unveils UK’s Leading Family Business Apprentice Employers 2025
Family Business United (FBU) has today released its annual report celebrating the UK’s top family business apprentice employers, highlighting the crucial role family firms are playing in supporting the next generation of skilled workers.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 5, 20252 min read


Understanding The Evolution Of Multigenerational Family Businesses
Family businesses represent the oldest and most enduring business model in the world. In the UK alone, they account for over 85% of all...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 3, 20254 min read


How UK Family Firms Can Turn Their Story Into A Magnet For Customers And Talent
We’re huge believers in the power of brands. In almost 30 years of Sales and Marketing I’ve seen how new messaging can treble the...

Tim Gambrill - Co-Founder, Mighty Atoms
Aug 27, 20253 min read


Two Tiers Of Capital Gains Tax Could Hit Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs are at risk of being fined for incorrect Capital Gains Tax payments due to an issue with HMRC’s software, a tax specialist...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 21, 20252 min read


From Pedals To Power: The 165-Year Journey Of Hendy
The world of motoring has its roots not in combustion, but in something far simpler: the humble bicycle. Before many of today’s most...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 21, 20254 min read


Company Owners Facing Increased Capital Gains Tax Burden
Business owners are being advised to carefully consider the structure of their companies, particularly if they are looking to sell. This...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 18, 20252 min read


Sustainable Leadership: What Needs To Change?
Leadership, as we know it, stands at a crossroads. The environmental, social and economic pressures of the 21st century demand a...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 18, 20253 min read


Growing Your Family Business Through Acquisition
Business growth through acquisition is an increasingly popular strategy across a wide range of sectors in the UK. It offers companies the...

Roseanna Ramsey - Investment Manager, Endless LLP
Aug 18, 20253 min read


Keeping It In The Family In Businesses Across The Nation
From butchers to breweries, farms to fashion houses, family businesses are the backbone of the British economy — often quietly so. They...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 12, 20254 min read


Action Needed To Overcome The UK's Succession Planning Blind Spot
Despite concerns around future leadership shortages, UK businesses are not taking sufficient action to strengthen their succession plans,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 12, 20252 min read


Exploring the Role of Family Businesses in the Economy
Family businesses constitute a significant segment of the global economy. They are often rooted in personal history and community values,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 7, 20254 min read


Entrepreneurial Spirit & The Detail Behind The Retail At CCS McLays
In retail, one size never fits all. Different brands need different solutions when it comes to packaging, bespoke signage, specific...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 7, 20256 min read


Why We Love Email, And You Should Too!
Despite widespread claims of ‘email fatigue’ amongst many marketers, effective email marketing continues to deliver results. Researchers...

Tim Gambrill - Co-Founder, Mighty Atoms
Aug 6, 20253 min read


Key Considerations For Life After The Family Business Exit
As the ‘baby boomer’ generation reaches retirement age, a growing number of family business owners are considering an exit. In fact,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 5, 20253 min read


When Selling The Family Business Becomes A Leadership Decision
It usually starts quietly - on the drive back from a board meeting, or over a drink between siblings. A question, half-joking at first:...

David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Jul 28, 20253 min read
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