Sometimes, family members just aren't the best people to make tough decisions about a family business. A trusted advisor can make those decisions for you.

December 10, 2001 in Day-to-Day Management

Family Business Challenges Need Novel Solutions

When you're working closely with family members, solving problems is no longer as easy as saying "Go to your room."

March 22, 2001 in Day-to-Day Management

Establishing an Open-Door Policy

BY Patricia Schiff Estess

When nonfamily employees talk, listen.

January 1, 2001 in Day-to-Day Management

Stop Complaining About Your Business!

BY Patricia Schiff Estess

You need to vent--but bringing too much home from the office can spark resentment.

December 1, 2000 in Day-to-Day Management

Smart Stock Strategies for Family Businesses

BY Patricia Schiff Estess

Every relative seems to want a piece of the family business pie--don't let your business be a casualty of these shareholding squables.

August 1, 2000 in Day-to-Day Management

Solving "Ego" Problems in Your Family Business

BY Patricia Schiff Estess

Don't let sparring egos tear the family business apart.

July 1, 2000 in Day-to-Day Management

Runnning a Multi-Family Business

BY Patricia Schiff Estess

Working together can get complicated when two or more families run a single business.

June 1, 2000 in Day-to-Day Management

Having an Open-Book Policy

BY Patricia Schiff Estess

Enough with the secrets--give your key employees the financial information they need to help you run a successful business.

March 1, 2000 in Day-to-Day Management

How to Review Your Siblings

BY Patricia Schiff Estess

Rating your sibling's performance means treading on delicate--and potentially explosive--ground. In fact, maybe it's better to call the whole thing off.

February 1, 2000 in Day-to-Day Management

Don't Get Personal

BY Patricia Schiff Estess

Taking the personal out of personnel isn't easy when you're talking about family.

January 1, 2000 in Day-to-Day Management

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