Contactless: The Currency Of Convenience For All
New Consumer Spend data from Barclays’ annual contactless trends report has revealed that 2023 was another record-breaking year for...
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Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Aug 30, 2023
- 4 min
Five Ways To Prevent Cloud Security Mistakes
After it was revealed almost nine in ten cyber-attacks are caused by human error, experts have named five ways organisations can guard...
Sophie Andrews - Content Creator, Family Business United
- Aug 10, 2023
- 4 min
The Hidden Business Costs Of Outdated Technology
Almost nine in 10 UK businesses continue to struggle with basic tasks each day because of a failure to update their technology systems....
Sophie Andrews - Content Creator, Family Business United
- Aug 7, 2023
- 4 min
Seven Reasons To Implement A Clear Desk Policy In Your Family Business
Despite many businesses asking employees to return to the office over the past couple of years, the topic is still making headlines as...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Jun 28, 2023
- 2 min
Late Payments Causing Small Business Cash Flow Issues
20% of small businesses encounter cash flow problems thanks to late payments During this crucial half year stage for many businesses,...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Jan 23, 2023
- 2 min
Family Firms Need Flexibility During Challenging Times
Rising inflation, increased geopolitical risks and talent shortages all form part of the perfect storm facing business over the next 12...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Jan 9, 2023
- 4 min
Many UK Small Businesses Facing Risk Of Collapse
Rising fuel and energy prices puts over half of UK small businesses at risk of collapse according to the latest report from Simply...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Dec 13, 2022
- 3 min
Salary Transparency Is Important In Recruitment
With the landscape of an unprecedented labour shortage, a new nationwide poll has revealed that businesses that don’t publish salaries...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Dec 1, 2022
- 2 min
Gen Z & Millennials Value Training & Development
New research conducted amongst UK workers has revealed that Gen Z and Millennials are prioritising training and development more than any...
Sophie Andrews - Content Creator, Family Business United
- Oct 25, 2022
- 3 min
Becoming A Successful Global Employer
Across the world, the fallout from two years of restricted movement, the rapid pace of technological change and a growing global sense of...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Sep 29, 2022
- 3 min
What’s Keeping Family Business Owners Awake At Night?
The latest survey from Family Business United has identified the key challenges that are being addressed by family business leaders in...
Sophie Andrews - Content Creator, Family Business United
- Sep 20, 2022
- 3 min
Successful Cultural Integration Of Acquisitions
According to McKinsey ‘95% of senior leaders describe cultural fit as critical to the success of integration but 25% cite a lack of...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Sep 1, 2022
- 5 min
The Top Family Business Apprentice Employers 2022
Family Business United has compiled a list of the top family businesses employing apprentices to demonstrate the contribution that...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Jul 14, 2022
- 4 min
Building A High-Performing Team: Goals, Roles, Trust, Respect and Communication
There are many factors that can help drive success into your business. Modern equipment will keep you in step with the times, an...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Feb 2, 2022
- 4 min
How Technology Will Influence Family Enterprise Governance?
A year ago, family enterprises that wanted to automate governance processes had to buy tools from multiple vendors. Today, vendors...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Sep 9, 2020
- 2 min
Pandemic Boosts SME Staff Loyalty
In a new survey of SME workers by Purbeck Insurance Services, 26% feel their loyalty to their employer has improved based on how their...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Jul 2, 2020
- 3 min
Preparing Your Family Business For Sale
There comes a time when most families seek to sell their business, whether it be five years after its creation or two hundred years. The...
Josh Baron - BanyanGlobal
- Jul 1, 2020
- 5 min
Building Your Own Network When You’re Part Of A Family Business
Ashley Fina’s grandfather was a natural networker. As the founder of his own New York retail store, Michael C. Fina relied on his network...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Jun 2, 2020
- 3 min
The Benefits Of Working With Family Firms
For many years, partly as a result of their portrayal as ‘ma and pa’ lifestyle businesses, family firms have not been recognised for the...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
- Jun 2, 2018
- 2 min
Will An MBO Secure The Family Business Future?
Are management buy-outs a means of ensuring viable futures for established family businesses? Selling or handing over the family...
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