Not all family members will want to be involved in the family business, it is just the way it goes. Even so, those who are actively employed and those who are not share one thing in common, all have emotions and expectations of how they expect to be compensated. As such, feelings arise and can create a lack of harmony at work and at home. Ensure the vision of your business is as you intend. Set your family up for success by having clear expectations and documented policies and communicate clearly to your family members what these are and how they are impacted.

Watch the short video to hear Erin Kerrigan and Ryan Kerrigan with Kerrigan Advisors and our very own Dan Iosue and Champ Rawls’ insight on the burning question.

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  • Adjusting to the new normal for industries that rely on customer interactions
  • Messaging for business owners / leaders to share with their people in times of crisis
  • Navigating the path when some family want to work in the business & others pursue other careers
  • Addressing uncomfortable subjects that are more difficult during crisis as opposed to normal times
  • Strategies for helping a son and daughter to learn how to work together
  • Navigating business transitions when the next gen is not interested in the family business
  • Proactive strategies to position the business for the “unknown”
  • Communication tactics ease employee’s anxiety and worry
  • Managing emotions of others and self in times of stress
  • Strategies to increase sales to cover costs and create more points of revenue



Family Dynamics and Family Governance

Family and Business alignment is hard to find when business issues liven up family dynamics.

However; with proper process, governance policies, and mutual respect built over time, a Family Business can thrive through multiple generations. Click the following links for more drill-down resources on  Family Dynamics and Family Governance.

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