Running a Family FranchiseLove, money, relationships, contracts... learn to navigate the complexities of owning a family franchise.
10 Tips for Working With Family MembersOur employee management expert offers advice on what to do to keep it professional.
Helping the Family Business GrowCan a newcomer revitalize a family business--without igniting a family feud? Learn from three entrepreneurs who did just that.
Hiring Your Mom or DadKeeping your parents busy in their retirement years may be a noble reason to hire them, but be sure you know what you're getting into first.
When Family Members Work TogetherFollow these tips to manage employees who also happen to be kin.
Keeping the Lines of Communication OpenWhen business and family mix, the key to success is communication.
Preventing Feuds in the Family BusinessHandling delicate topics--like succession planning--with care is key to keeping the peace in any family business.
How to Earn Employees' RespectTips for managing employees when you take over the family business
Should You Hire Your Spouse?Looking for qualified hires? Your significant other may be just what you're after.
Seeking Counsel for Your Family BusinessSometimes, 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.
Who Should Be On Your Board?Let's face it: Not every family member is cut out to be on your board of directors.
Family Business Challenges Need Novel SolutionsWhen you're working closely with family members, solving problems is no longer as easy as saying "Go to your room."
Establishing an Open-Door PolicyWhen nonfamily employees talk, listen.
Stop Complaining About Your Business!You need to vent--but bringing too much home from the office can spark resentment.
Smart Stock Strategies for Family BusinessesEvery relative seems to want a piece of the family business pie--don't let your business be a casualty of these shareholding squables.
Solving "Ego" Problems in Your Family BusinessDon't let sparring egos tear the family business apart.
Runnning a Multi-Family BusinessWorking together can get complicated when two or more families run a single business.
Having an Open-Book PolicyEnough with the secrets--give your key employees the financial information they need to help you run a successful business.
How to Review Your SiblingsRating your sibling's performance means treading on delicate--and potentially explosive--ground. In fact, maybe it's better to call the whole thing off.
Don't Get PersonalTaking the personal out of personnel isn't easy when you're talking about family.
Attracting Non-Family EmployeesAs appealing as the cozy atmosphere of a family business may be, you can't beat incentives for hooking good managers.
The Best Family Business MeetingsWhen the family works and plays together, there's a good chance the family business will stay together.
Are Your Kids Wrecking Your Business?You've welcomed your kids into the family business--and you're ready to pull your hair out. Now what?
Adding Nonfamily to Your BoardNonfamily members can help keep your board of directors on the right track.
HR Policies for Family EmployeesPolicies to implement before--and after--a family member leaves the business
Putting Two Leaders in PlaceCan a company succeed with two captains? For many family businesses, the answer is yes.