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Leaders Who Fail To 'Walk The Talk' Suffer Setbacks
Leaders who say one thing but do another aren’t just letting their teams down — they’re harming their own performance too, according to...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 82 min read


Why Wellbeing Is Crucial For Family Business Success
In the world of family businesses, the lines between professional and personal often blur. Your teams aren't just employees; they're...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 22 min read


The Currency Of Continuity – Trust In Family Businesses
In family businesses, trust isn’t just a virtue—it’s the cornerstone of success. While strategy, financial discipline, and innovation all...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 254 min read


Keeping It In The Family – But Not In the Boardroom
Family businesses form the bedrock of the global economy. From traditional high-street shops to cutting-edge tech start-ups, the...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 253 min read


We’re Family Too: The Importance Of Relationships With Non-family Employees In Family Firms
Kiran Kandade, Nan Jiang and Joyce Ko from the Family Business Team at Brunel University share their thoughts on the importance of...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 69 min read


More Than A Seat At The Table – What Family Businesses Need From A NED
Most family businesses reach a point where the board needs more than just familiar voices around the table. This usually happens as the...

David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
May 305 min read


One-In-Four Workers Take Time Off Due To Stress
One-in-four (24%) UK employees have taken time off work in the past 12 months due to stress, new research from Avilio has found. The...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Nov 28, 20242 min read


People Crisis Challenge For UK Economic Growth
New data has revealed a growing talent crisis in British businesses that could derail UK economic ambitions in light of a growing tax...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 27, 20242 min read


The Skills Required By Tomorrow's Family Business Leaders
The family business leaders of tomorrow will need to cultivate a diverse set of skills and competencies to successfully navigate the...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 24, 20242 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


Supporting Employees Affected By Seasonal Affective Disorder
With the clocks going back on the 27th October and ‘seasonal affective disorder’ receiving 10,000 searches every month, Tim Brownson, a...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 17, 20243 min read


The Future Family Business CEO
In partnership with EY UK, Livingston James carried out a research project to investigate the future CEO. They surveyed and interviewed...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 15, 20242 min read


The Core Skills & Competencies For Next Generation Family Business Leaders
Family businesses form the backbone of many economies, contributing significantly to job creation, innovation, and community stability....

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 7, 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


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 Importance Of Apprenticeships For Family Businesses In The UK Today
Family businesses are the backbone of the UK economy, representing around 88% of all UK companies, employing over 14 million people, and...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 1, 20246 min read


The Finance Director: Often The First Non-Family Executive Appointment
Family businesses are known for their deep-rooted values, strong heritage, and long-term vision. When it comes to bringing in the first...

David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Sep 25, 20243 min read


Maintaining Control Across Generations: The Family Protector
In family-run businesses, keeping control over operations, wealth, and legacy across generations can be challenging. A Family Protector...

David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Sep 4, 20243 min read


Working With Different Generations For An Inclusive & Diverse Workforce
In today's rapidly evolving work environment, businesses are encountering a unique challenge: managing a workforce that spans multiple...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 2, 20243 min read
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