Emotional Intelligence (EI): The Pillar of Strength in Family Business Culture

Emotional Intelligence (EI) is key for family businesses. This post explores how self-awareness, empathy, and self-regulation can transform family ties into business assets, fostering a culture of professionalism. Learn strategies for embedding EI in your family enterprise, and pave the way for a harmonious, successful legacy.

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Beyond Overthinking: Practical Tips for Positive Self-Reflection

Explore the fine line between rumination and reflection. Learn to recognize the signs of harmful overthinking and embrace constructive self-analysis. Grounded in psychological research, this post offers simple yet profound strategies for turning inward musings into positive change.

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Harnessing Conflict in the Family Business

Discover ways to navigate conflict in family businesses through emotional intelligence and open communication, turning challenges into opportunities for innovation and strengthened relationships.

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Going Slow to Go Fast Pays Off

This mini case study is designed to help you learn how pausing helps you prepare for and move through significant transition points in your family business.

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When the Crisis Ends the Hard Work Begins... Are You Ready?

As we come to grips with this surreal environment the focus shifts to helping business owners identify their best options for surviving the crisis with an eye toward thriving during recovery.

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Snowflake Effects in the Business...

Snowflakes are one of nature’s most intriguing structures. Closely held businesses with multiple shareholders (particularly family businesses) are very much like a snowflake.

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4 Things Skilled Leaders Prudently Manage = PACI

Manifestation of power, authority, control, and influence (*PACI) among shareholders and employees in closely held businesses serve as leading indicators for the likelihood of success at points of significant transition.

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Dinosaurs In The Workplace

The dinosaur effect results from leaders having blind spots about how their words and actions impact staff, derail alignment, and erode organizational outcomes.

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