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The Emotional Ties That Shape Decision-Making In Family Businesses
In a typical boardroom, decisions are driven by data, profit margins, and shareholder value. In a family business, those same decisions...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 264 min read


Built to Last. Family Firms Prioritise Long-Term Stability Over Short-Term Gains
In an era dominated by quarterly reports, rapid scale-ups, and investor-driven decision making, family businesses stand apart. Quietly...

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


The Building Blocks For Creating A Family Charter
A family charter is a foundational document that outlines the values, vision, and framework for managing a family business. It serves as...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Dec 10, 20242 min read


Effective Governance Is Critical For Long-Term Family Business Success
Effective governance frameworks are critical for the long-term success of a family business, ensuring that the interplay between family...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Dec 10, 20242 min read


Laying The Foundations For A Successful Family Business
The prospect of setting up a family business can be both exciting and daunting in equal measure. Whilst the promise of building a...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 20, 20244 min read


The Role of Governance in Family Offices and How to Embed It Effortlessly
Family offices, which manage high-net-worth families' wealth and affairs, increasingly recognise the importance of robust governance...

Kim-Adele Randall, Authentic Achievements
Oct 16, 20243 min read


The Pillars Of Success for Multigenerational Family Businesses
Multigenerational family businesses are the bedrock of many economies, combining the strengths of tradition and innovation to create...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 12, 20243 min read


Crafting A Family Constitution: A Blueprint For Harmony And Success
As the dynamics of family and business relationships grow increasingly complex, families can benefit from creating a formal 'family...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 11, 20242 min read


Governance As A Key To Building Legacy
Only 40% of family-owned businesses reach the second generation, 13% get to the third, and just 3% are passed down to a fourth generation...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 9, 20246 min read


Making The Transition From A Family Business To A Business Family
Family businesses have been the backbone of economies worldwide, blending personal relationships with professional pursuits. However, as...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 18, 20243 min read


The Core Principles Of Stewardship For Family Firms
For family businesses to be successful and long-lasting, stewardship is crucial. It is a key characteristic of businesses that attain...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 17, 20242 min read


Should I Care About Corporate Governance?
On 22 April 2021, the European Confederation of Directors Associations published its updated Corporate Governance Guidance and Principles...

Lianne Baker, Knowledge Development Lawyer, Forsters
Jun 25, 20248 min read


Influencing Decisions In Family Businesses: Who Holds The Power?
Family businesses are often seen as a unique blend of personal relationships and professional endeavours. The dynamics within these...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 13, 20243 min read


Techniques For Safeguarding The Family Business
With almost 300,000 family businesses representing a staggering 83.9% of private businesses in Scotland, it is understandable that they...

Kirsty Ross, Director - Turcan Connell
Jun 11, 20245 min read


Family Business: Why Planning Ahead Needs To Happen Right Now
While every family business needs to plan for the future, conversations about what this means in practice aren’t always easy. The Logan...

Emily Deane TEP, Technical Counsel & Head of Government Affairs, STEP
Apr 19, 20243 min read


The Differences Between A Family Business CEO And Chairman
The CEO and Chairman of a family business play distinct yet interconnected roles within the organisation, shaping its governance and...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Apr 9, 20242 min read


The Underlying Purpose Of A Family Council
Family council serves as a crucial forum for fostering communication, unity, and collaboration within a family unit. Its underlying...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Feb 27, 20242 min read


Create The Right Structures For Personal, Family & Business Aspirations
Research regularly shows that many family businesses do not have in place formal arrangements regarding their relationships as owners...

Paul Hunt - Partner, Higgs LLP
Feb 26, 20243 min read


The Core Roles Of A Family Business Chairman
Family business chairman plays a pivotal role in steering the course of the company, balancing familial ties with corporate...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Feb 26, 20241 min read
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