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The Paradox of Peace
22nd April 2020
In this guest article, Nicholas Smith offers thought provoking insights and questions around how business families can capitalise on what they are doing best during these times of crisis later on, when the crisis is over.
Trust and Relationships in Family Business
25th March 2020
Elizabeth Bagger chats to Susanne Bansgrove, family business owner and advisor, about family business relationships, trust and governance.
Enhancing Communication with the Board
31st July 2019
This guide helps you structuring dialogue between owners and the board, establishing role clarity over areas where the owners have final control, and promoting a culture where messaging is consistent and supported by defined channels of communication.
Strengthening Family Communication
24th July 2019
Communication is critical, particularly as time passes, putting a premium on developing shared purpose. Drawing up a family strategic plan including family meetings, setting agendas and using external facilitation where appropriate.
Learning through conflicts (Part 2)
26th March 2019
In this article we explore how family business owners can work together to resolve conflict once it has arisen.
Learning through conflicts (Part 1)
6th February 2019
Conflicts can help us grow. If they are not emotionally conducted, we can learn from them about ourselves, our loved ones and the interactions in our entrepreneurial family. To avoid conflicts becoming too emotional, having a structured approach and the support of an external third party can be beneficial.
Who Do You Turn To?
31st August 2017
You know your business better than anyone. But that doesn’t mean you have all of the answers all of the time. So where can you turn when you need support?
How to Build Successful Relationships with Non-Family Directors
14th February 2017
Charles Pallot shares insights on the key steps business families should consider to engage and retain non-family top talent.