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Family Business - Succession

Succession is a challenge for family businesses the world over and covers both the areas of management and ownership as well as the transition from one generation to the next which needs careful planning and consideration to minimise the potential affects.

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The Psychology Of The Exit

The Psychology Of The Exit

Over the past few decades, Behavioral Economics (aka Behavioral Finance) has focused on what most psychologists have been studying since...

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Succession Planning - Preparing The Next Generation

Succession Planning - Preparing The Next Generation

As an experienced Family Business Advisor, I understand the unique dynamics, joys, and challenges that come with passing the torch to the...

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Family Firms Focused On Sustainability & Digital Transformation

Family Firms Focused On Sustainability & Digital Transformation

Around the world family-owned enterprises play a pivotal role. Today, family businesses are confronted with a multifaceted agenda that...

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The Difficulties Associated With Succession Planning

The Difficulties Associated With Succession Planning

Family business succession planning is a complex and challenging process that involves transferring leadership and ownership from one...

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Is The First Generational Transition The Hardest?

Is The First Generational Transition The Hardest?

The transition from a first-generation family business to a second generation is a complex process fraught with challenges for many...

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Plan For The Worst With An Emergency Board Plan

Plan For The Worst With An Emergency Board Plan

Business owners often underestimate the impact their death or incapacity will have on the short-term continuation of their business. In...

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Building Bridges Between Generations

Building Bridges Between Generations

Listen to Paul Andrews and Guillermo Salazar explore some of the generational challenges associated with family firms and how...

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Why Family Business Owners Struggle To Let Go

Why Family Business Owners Struggle To Let Go

Running a family business for many business owners is a privilege and something that they take incredibly seriously. Over their time in...

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Developing A Next Generation Development Plan For The Family Business

Developing A Next Generation Development Plan For The Family Business

Succession planning and the engagement of the next generation and their development are key aspects that should be on the agenda for all...

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Passing The Baton To The Next Generation Of Manufacturing Leaders

Passing The Baton To The Next Generation Of Manufacturing Leaders

Jonathan Burke, partner and head of the industrial manufacturing leadership practice at executive search specialist, Berwick Partners ,...

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How To Deliver A Smooth CEO Transition

How To Deliver A Smooth CEO Transition

When a new CEO has been appointed that is only the first part of the succession process complete. The second stage is the all-important...

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Succession Planning For Short Term Let Business Owners

Succession Planning For Short Term Let Business Owners

As a short-term let business owner, countless hours and effort have already been invested by you into building and running your business....

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