Help! I’ve Got Family in the Business

Family businesses are a source of pride, legacy, and financial stability—but they can also be a breeding ground for conflict, emotional tension, and operational pitfalls. In his new book, Help! I’ve Got Family in the Business: 10 Time Bombs That Blow Up Family Business, succession planning expert Hugh B. Roberts reveals the critical challenges that threaten family businesses and provides actionable solutions for overcoming them.

Roberts, a partner at The Rawls Group, has worked with family business owners for over 40 years, helping them navigate the complexities of succession planning and business continuity. His experience is distilled into this must-read guide, offering real-life stories, strategies, and insights into maintaining both business success and family harmony.

A Guide for Business Owners Facing Unique Challenges

Help! I’ve Got Family in the Business takes readers through the 10 most common mistakes that can derail family businesses, from succession issues and poor communication to the emotional strain of mixing business with personal relationships. Each chapter provides clear strategies for:

Strengthening business and family bonds
Navigating conflict resolution
Avoiding succession planning pitfalls
Transforming challenges into opportunities for growth

With endorsements from top industry leaders, including Roland Spongberg, CEO of WKS Restaurant Group, and Beth Beans Gilbert, VP of Fred Beans Automotive Group, this book is being hailed as an indispensable resource for family business owners.

About the Author

Hugh B. Roberts has been a succession planning expert with The Rawls Group since 1996. He has delivered seminars at over 60 industry events and has advised countless business leaders on preserving their family legacies. With degrees from the University of Colorado and Fuller Seminary, Roberts is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and a Certified Succession Planner (CSP®) dedicated to helping family businesses thrive for generations.

Beyond his professional work, Roberts is married to Lisa, has two married children, and is a proud grandfather to five granddaughters. He resides in Woodland Hills, CA.

Available Now – Build a Stronger Family Business

Help! I’ve Got Family in the Business is available now for purchase. Get your copy here and start building a stronger, more resilient family business.

Mastering Family Dynamics & Governance for Growth & Seamless Succession

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.