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Family businesses are the backbone of economies the world over. They also face unique issues due to the very nature of their ownership.

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A Resounding Scottish Engineering Success Story

Zappshelter has become one of Britain’s most distinctive engineering success stories in the field of industrial shelters

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The Skills Required By Tomorrow's Family Business Leaders

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...

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Are Philanthropy & Community Engagement Integral Parts Of Being A Family Firm?

Are Philanthropy & Community Engagement Integral Parts Of Being A Family Firm?

Family businesses worldwide are frequently regarded as fundamental pillars of their localities, not only boosting the economy but also...

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The Impact Of Scandals On A Family Business

The Impact Of Scandals On A Family Business

Family businesses often enjoy the unique advantage of deep-rooted trust, shared values, and long-term stability. However, when scandals...

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The Very Essence Of What It Means To Be A Family Business

The Very Essence Of What It Means To Be A Family Business

Family businesses represent a unique and vital component of the global economy, characterised by their distinctive blend of personal...

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Gen Z - The Generation That Wants It All

Gen Z - The Generation That Wants It All

Businesses are struggling to manage Gen Z as new research reveals that they demand more from employers than any previous generation....

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The Potential For AI To Impact Family Firms

The Potential For AI To Impact Family Firms

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries worldwide, and family businesses stand to gain significantly from its...

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Why Family Business Matters...

Why Family Business Matters...

Family businesses hold a unique and significant position in communities worldwide, serving as pillars of economic stability, social...

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Is It Important To Gain Experience Outside The Family Firm First?

Is It Important To Gain Experience Outside The Family Firm First?

During the transition of family-owned businesses to the next generations, the issue of whether the upcoming generation should acquire...

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Is It Important For Family Firms To 'Do Business Right' & Aligned With This Principle?

Is It Important For Family Firms To 'Do Business Right' & Aligned With This Principle?

Over the past few years there has been growing recognition for the need to protect the planet and resources, and to try and minimise the...

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The Double-Edged Sword Of In-Laws In Family firms

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...

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Empowered Or Entitled Within Next Generation Leadership

Empowered Or Entitled Within Next Generation Leadership

Family businesses have long been the cornerstone of economies worldwide, blending tradition with entrepreneurial spirit. However, as the...

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The Power Of Emotional Capital In Family Firms

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...

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At FBU, everything we do is about the family business, creating the best resource available to help families in business get access to the resources and support they need to continue their family business journey, wherever it will take them.

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