Communication

Practical advice on managing relationships and communication within family businesses. Topics include meeting structures, trust building, crisis management and balancing formal business needs with family dynamics.

Developing and Improving Internal Communication

Poor communication in family businesses leads to costly mistakes—here's how to fix it before problems start.

Developing Trust: Competitive Advantage from Trust

Family businesses have natural trust, but building professional credibility among relatives requires intentional effort and understanding each other's skills.

Formality and Informality: When It's Okay to Relax

Balancing formality and informality at work keeps your business professional where it matters while giving staff room to relax.

Holding Family Business Meetings

Keep family business meetings focused and productive by staying on agenda, documenting decisions, and maintaining tight control of the discussion.

How to Avoid Management by Committee

Balance family input with strong leadership to keep your family business efficient and profitable instead of paralyzed by group decision-making.

How to Keep Your Business Going in Times of Family Crises

When your whole family is dealing with a crisis, keeping the business running means cutting back to what truly matters and planning carefully.

The Family Manager: Alleviating Pressure

Running a family business doesn't have to leave you burned out, here's how to manage the pressure and keep your household thriving.