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Positive Work Relationships Lead To Proactive Behaviour At
Employees with positive work relationships are significantly more likely to take proactive action according to new research

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
2 days ago2 min read


5 Ways To Look After Your Mental Health At Christmas
Caring for your mind and mood can help you enjoy the festive season more fully. Think of it as giving yourself a present, the gift of mental wellbeing.

Ben McGannan, Managing Director, Wellbeing People
7 days ago4 min read


Why Communication Is The Lifeblood Of Modern Family Businesses
Due to their unique structure: the constant overlap of family, ownership and management, communication becomes not just important, but absolutely fundamental for family businesses.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 183 min read


Leading The Family Business In 2025: Leadership Traits That Matter Most
Global markets, technological disruption, and complex succession challenges demand a new style of leadership: one that combines strategy, people skills, and a long-term vision.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 174 min read


What Kim Kardashian Can Teach Us About Divorce
Many people don’t realise that a couple can get divorced with just one lawyer to take out the adversarial approach by both working with the same lawyer to receive the same advice.

Alison Bull, Partner, Mills & Reeve
Nov 162 min read


Tackling Imposter Syndrome In Family Business Successors
Next generation members in family businesses face lots of challenges and one that's increasingly being recognised is the role of imposter syndrome in future leaders.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 43 min read


Why Managers Hoard Knowledge – And How AI Can Help Stop It
The biggest barrier to knowledge-sharing isn’t technology – but rather psychology and AI can help address this issue.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 42 min read


Strong Family Identity Protects Leaders From Workplace Loneliness
Leaders with strong family networks are less likely to let feelings of loneliness at work spill over into their home lives, finds new research from Durham University Business School.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 42 min read


Post-Nuptial Agreements: Safeguarding Family Businesses & Preserving Heritage
Post-nuptial agreements, legal contracts signed after marriage, can play a vital role.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 305 min read


Decision Making In Family Businesses: Who Holds The Power?
Who really has the power to influence and shape decisions in a family business?

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 293 min read


Workplace Stress Fuels Shift In Employee Expectations Around Health Support
New data reveals that British workers want their employers to do more about workplace stress.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 282 min read


The Importance Of Shareholders' Agreements For Family Businesses
Shareholders agreements are important to minimise potential conflicts in family firms

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 223 min read


Skills Over Salaries: The Professional Edge Defining The UK Workforce
As economic pressures persist and the talent market evolves, new data reveals a fundamental shift in employee priorities.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 162 min read


Companies Must Do More To Silence Culture Around Microaggressions
Companies have to take stronger action against toxic workplace cultures that allow microaggressions and the silencing of victims to continue, says new research.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 162 min read


Finding & Measuring Social Value In Family Business
With their sense of legacy, long-term thinking and deep community links, family businesses are different from corporates in that they often have several different ways to measure success beyond short-term profit.

Daniel Usifoh - Co-Founder & Director, Axiom Sustainability
Oct 144 min read


When Questions About Family Remuneration And Pay Become Personal
Differences in remuneration between siblings or family members can create tensions and ultimately lead to significant issues within family businesses.

David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Oct 133 min read


Irish Executives Risk Falling Behind If They Fail To Bring Their AI Game
ERF warns that leadership and workforce planning must evolve as AI reshapes Irish industries. Irish business leaders risk being left...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 92 min read


Why Every Family Business Needs A Shareholders’ Agreement
Family businesses are the backbone of the British economy, representing a significant share of private enterprises across the UK. Whether...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 63 min read


Why Family Businesses Benefit From Mindful Leaders
Family businesses are unlike any other form of enterprise. They are often built on legacies, shared identities, and deeply personal...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 233 min read


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 124 min read
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