Download or read book Consulting to Family Businesses written by Jane Hilburt-Davis and published by Pfeiffer. This book was released on 2002-09-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jane Hilburt-Davis and W. Gibb Dyer-- two of the country's foremost experts in the field of family business-- offer in one comprehensive volume a systematic approach for developing the skills and competencies you need to consult with these unique systems. This practical, hands-on resource shows you how to manage each stage of the consulting process-- from the first contact to the last-- and reveals how to plan strategically and deal with the complex relationship issues that are commonplace in family businesses.

Download or read book Building a Successful Family Business Board written by J. Pendergast and published by Springer. This book was released on 2011-03-08 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Building a Successful Family Business Board , the authors show why private firms need the in-depth expertise and objective feedback that a well-chosen board, including qualified independent directors, can provide, and demonstrates how owners and directors can work together to ensure a long and profitable life for the firm.

Download or read book Consultation to Family Business Enterprises written by Florence W. Kaslow and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-01-01 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While family businesses have existed for millennia all over the world, it is only in the past few decades that professional consultants have been utilized to help them function more effectively. This engaging, up to the minute volume explores the varied and complex world of family enterprises as they now exist in the third decade of the 21st century. Attention is given to the factors unique to family businesses in their attention to perpetuating family values, traditions, loyalties and their legacy to future generations. Consultants may be drawn from law, finance and accounting, organizational psychology, or family psychology (with its special emphasis on understanding the family relationship system). The book describes methods of assessment and how to effectively communicate the results as well as techniques of consulting and provides an invaluable description of what is necessary to be and become a family business consultant. Readers will benefit from explorations of A new model featuring 8 inter-related business domains Cybersecurity issues and how to handle them Working collaboratively with financial and legal professionals Comprehensive coverage of research based assessment instruments Given that over 85% of the businesses in the world, from small to multinational in size and scope are family businesses, the enormous amount of information conveyed in this volume can be extremely valuable to professional consultants and those in the C Suite (CEO’s, CFO’s, COO’s) in helping businesses operate at maximum efficiency, productivity, profitability and satisfaction to all involved. "Throughout this well organized and well written book, the authors raise the pivotal questions that form the basis for becoming and being an exceptional family business consultant. Psychologists can learn to transform family business conundrums into healthy interactions between the family members of the enterprise before, during, and after transitions of the company. The various aspects of serving as a consultant are fleshed out in the carefully-researched chapters. Case studies show the patterns of behavior that can lead to continuing multigenerational successes or hard dissolutions. Their new model entitled “The Dynamic Interactive Multifactorial Family Enterprise Ecosystem Model” constitutes a major contribution to the field. The best part of the book remains its celebration of the importance and richness of family businesses across generations that will inspire any reader." G. Andrew H. Benjamin, JD, PhD, ABPPPast President, American Academy of Couple & Family Psychology Past President, American Board (ABPP) of Couple & Family Psychology Clinical Professor of Psychology & Affiliate Professor of Law, University of Washington /div/div

Download or read book Family Business Succession written by K. LeCouvie and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-07-03 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first ever comprehensive guide to family business succession planning. This book covers everything from what family business ownership is and how to structure ownership bylaws to business structure, leadership transition, and how a founder exits the business. Drawing on original research, case studies, and white papers, Family Business Succession is a thorough, complete, and "required reading" for every family member working in a family business.

Download or read book Letting Go written by C. Aronoff and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-04-30 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Letting Go helps family business owners and CEOs make the decision to begin succession planning. It provides new ways of thinking about giving up control of the family business and explores practical strategies for preparing, managing, and carrying out the decision to do so.

Download or read book The Family Constitution written by Daniela Montemerlo and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2011-01-04 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The family agreement is becoming a prime objective to a successful family business. Designed for families planning to draft such an agreement, families deciding whether or not to begin the process, and those that have already established a family agreement, this book illustrates the fundamental components and their importance to the success of the family business. A family agreement or constitution is the expression of purpose for the continuity of the business and the process of creating one is just as important.

Download or read book Generation to Generation written by Kelin E. Gersick and published by Harvard Business Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Generation to Generation will help managers understand the special dynamics & challenges that family businesses face as they move through their life cycles. It explains how to handle succession, & the role of non-family professionals.

Download or read book When Family Businesses are Best written by R. Carlock and published by Springer. This book was released on 2010-10-14 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The authors explore how effective planning and communication helps business families around the world address growth challenges as they strive to become high performing multi-generation family enterprises. This book shows family businesses working together at their best.

Download or read book Nurturing the Talent to Nurture the Legacy written by Amy M. Schuman and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2011-01-04 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Career development is often neglected in family firms, yet it is essential to the continuous process of building leadership capacity for the future. A well-planned and effective career-development process enables individuals meet the strategic challenges of the future. This guide enables family businesses to shed their "sink or swim" attitudes and foster the development of highly skilled leaders for succeeding generations of success.

Download or read book Family Enterprises written by Peter Leach and published by Profile Books. This book was released on 2016-01-21 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Family firms are to be found in every sector of commercial activity. Commitment, family values and pride in the business are typically their special strengths, yet they also face major challenges in reconciling the needs of the business with those of the family. Drawing on the author's extensive experience of working with and advising some of the world's most successful business families, this new and updated edition of Family Enterprises: The Essentials explains the pitfalls, tensions and competing demands that destroy too many family businesses. These problems can be avoided, and Peter Leach reveals the techniques and strategies needed to do so. Running a successful family business is always a huge challenge, but this book offers real insight and guidance on how to keep both business and family united and buoyant.

Download or read book Family Business Succession written by C. Aronoff and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-06-30 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Helps to prepare for passing the family business on to the next generation. Leaders will learn how to create a succession plan; how to develop opportunities for succession candidates; how to build consensus with the family and leaders on succession plans and finally leaders will learn when and how to let go of their own role in the business.

Download or read book Family Business Ownership written by C. Aronoff and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-05-24 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ownership in a family business can be a rewarding and important role. It means stewardship, protection and nurturing the family business. As a guide for shareholders, this book will develop understanding and insight into the role of becoming more valuable as an owner, not just financially, but intellectually and emotionally as well.

Download or read book Harvard Business Review Family Business Handbook written by Josh Baron and published by Harvard Business Press. This book was released on 2021-01-26 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Navigate the complex decisions and critical relationships necessary to create and sustain a healthy family business—and business family. Though "family business" may sound like it refers only to mom-and-pop shops, businesses owned by families are among the most significant and numerous in the world. But surprisingly few resources exist to help navigate the unique challenges you face when you share the executive suite, financial statements, and holidays. How do you make the right decisions, critical to the long-term survival of any business, with the added challenge of having to do so within the context of a family? The HBR Family Business Handbook brings you sophisticated guidance and practical advice from family business experts Josh Baron and Rob Lachenauer. Drawing on their decades-long experience working closely with a wide range of family businesses of all sizes around the world, the authors present proven methods and approaches for communicating effectively, managing conflict, building the right governance structures, and more. In the HBR Family Business Handbook you'll find: A new perspective on what makes family businesses succeed and fail A framework to help you make good decisions together Step-by-step guidance on managing change within your business family Key questions about wealth, unique to family businesses, that you can't afford to ignore Assessments to help you determine where you are—and where you want to go Stories of real companies, from Marchesi Antinori to Radio Flyer Chapter summaries you can use to reinforce what you've learned Keep this comprehensive guide with you to help you build, grow, and position your family business to thrive across generations. HBR Handbooks provide ambitious professionals with the frameworks, advice, and tools they need to excel in their careers. With step-by-step guidance, time-honed best practices, and real-life stories, each comprehensive volume helps you to stand out from the pack—whatever your role.

Download or read book Effective Leadership in the Family Business written by Otis W. Baskin and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2011-01-04 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Identifying and developing leaders in a family business can be more difficult than traditional business. How do you develop each child differently, how do you lead your sibling-- who in fact may be older than you? Balancing the diverse demands of your business, your family, and your shareholders means taking extra effort. Here authors Aronoff and Baskin discuss the different styles of leadership and what style might work with what family member—including the Directing Leader; the Coaching Leader; the Counseling Leader; and the Delegating Leader.

Download or read book In the Company of Family written by Melissa Mitchell-Blitch and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-30 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When you work with family, business is personal. That can be a dream or a nightmare. What makes the difference? Knowing how to navigate well your differences and the multiple roles you share. When you are family, coworkers, co-owners, differences abound - opinions, values, preferences. How can you keep differences from being divisive? Through real-life case studies, In the Company of Family reveals the principles of boundaries, which will help you thrive even though business is personal. You will meet families in business who navigate challenges such as these: - Sibling relationships are severed when they disagree about ownership. How can they overcome irreconcilable differences? - A talented family member does not meet the company's criteria for promotion. Should a capable family member be passed over or should the rules be bent? - A father feels guilty that non-family executives are better suited to run the business than his children. Which is more important, family or skill? - A successor feels disrespected when his father treats him like a child in front of employees. How can he get his father to treat him with more respect? - A CEO is diagnosed with dementia. How can the family honor his dignity without compromising the business? - A family member's substance abuse tarnishes the law firm's image. Is it right to fire her? In the Company of Family will teach you how to enhance family relationships, individual well-being, and business vitality - three priorities not easy to balance.

Download or read book Family Business on the Couch written by Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-03-02 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The challenge faced by family businesses and their stakeholders, is to recognise the issues that they face, understand how to develop strategies to address them and more importantly, to create narratives, or family stories that explain the emotional dimension of the issues to the family. The most intractable family business issues are not the business problems the organisation faces, but the emotional issues that compound them. Applying psychodynamic concepts will help to explain behaviour and will enable the family to prepare for life cycle transitions and other issues that may arise. Here is a new understanding and a broader perspective on the human dynamics of family firms with two complementary frameworks, psychodynamic and family systematic, to help make sense of family-run organisations. Although this book includes a conceptual section, it is first and foremost a practical book about the real world issues faced by business families. The book begins by demonstrating that many years of achievement through generations can be destroyed by the next, if the family fails to address the psychological issues they face. By exploring cases from famous and less well known family businesses across the world, the authors discuss entrepreneurs, the entrepreneurial family and the lifecycles of the individual and the organisation. They go on to show how companies going through change and transition can avoid the pitfalls that endanger both family and company. The authors then apply tools that will help family businesses in transition and offer their analyses and conclusions. Readers should draw their own conclusions from careful examination of the cases, identifying the problems or dilemmas faced and the options for improved business performance and family relationships. They should ask what they might have done in the given situation and what new insight into individual or family behaviour each case offers. The goal is to avoid a bitter ending.

Download or read book So You re in the Family Business written by Paul Karofsky and published by Advantage Media Group. This book was released on 2016-10-05 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn from the Experience of Others How to Sustain Your Family Enterprise. So You're in the Family Business features Paul and David Karofsky, a father- son team, as they share experiences from their own lives, and from those of the hundreds of families they've helped, to address the challenges and opportunities of working in a family enterprise. With a foundation of effective communication and proper planning, you too can savor the experience of working with family members and enjoy Thanksgiving dinner together! ..".For a brilliant road map for getting the culture right, I recommend So You're in the Family Business. It's lucidly written and full of compelling examples, and each chapter ends with bullet points for how to put into action the ideas you've just read." --Mitzi (Mrs. Frank) Perdue, author of Tough Man, Tender Chicken: Business and Life Lessons from Frank Perdue