Turn Retirement into ReHIREment
The exit of the senior generation, in particular, is a "soft," complex process or dance, fraught with multiple obstacles.
January 18, 2014 in Succession and Estate Planning
The exit of the senior generation, in particular, is a "soft," complex process or dance, fraught with multiple obstacles.
January 18, 2014 in Succession and Estate Planning
Don't assume your children will want to take over the family business. You have to educate and engage them early to gauge their interest.
December 18, 2013 in Conflict Resolution and Communication in Family Business
Bringing a family member back into the business, especially if a spouse is also coming into the organization, can be an eye-opening experience, often introducing families to both significant joy and...
December 18, 2013 in Conflict Resolution and Communication in Family Business
As one who helps family business members communicate about their future, I'm often accused of dealing in the "touchy-feely" realm. But that is exactly where family businesses get stuck!
December 18, 2013 in Conflict Resolution and Communication in Family Business
As CPA firms continue to differentiate themselves, many are turning to strategic consulting services as a way to offer a unique proposition to the business owner.
November 18, 2013 in Management Issues in Family Business
For many business owners, their Christian faith serves as a resource, but often it isn't clear how to draw upon this wellspring of wisdom. Can the Bible help us deal specifically with the unique...
September 18, 2013 in Conflict Resolution and Communication in Family Business
Parents have a chance to give their blessing and resolved conflicts for their heirs if they talk before executing a transition plan.
May 18, 2013 in Succession and Estate Planning
Being generous pays dividends....in more ways than one.
March 18, 2013 in Succession and Estate Planning
Giving children an early inheritance can lead to post-traumatic gift disorder (PTGD).
February 18, 2013 in Management Issues in Family Business
How farm families reward themselves in peak income years can become a point of contention.