Library
The work of our consultants is regularly published in a variety of publications. Here you can access some of our articles and other documents, which we hope you will find interesting and helpful.The Family Constitution
A ‘Family Constitution’ might sound terribly formal, but it is an important part of the life of every enterprising family.
An increasing number of families - those who like to plan for their future rather than leave matters to chance – are supplementing their unwritten constitution (“the way we do things as a family”) with a bit more formality and organisation. A written Family Constitution helps them to move forward and achieve what they want, both as a family and as individuals. The process of creating the Constitution, as well as the final result, helps the family to reach important decisions, sometimes on sensitive issues, which, if left unresolved, can too easily result in conflict. The paper below gives some pointers on creating a Family Constitution.
The Family Constitution
Women in Family Enterprises: A Round Table Discussion
Reccently FBS invited five women from enterprising families to meet us and discuss issues relating to the roles of Women in Family Enterprises; a topic that is relevant to all, given that we don't know of any enterprising family made up entirely of men! The resulting paper is required reading for all working with family enterprises.
Women in Family Enterprises
Governing Intent – A New Look at Family Business Governance
This article offers a new approach to governance design which is driven by the phenomenon of “Intent”.
Governing Intent – A New Look at Family Business Governance
Passing the Baton
This paper examines comments from both seniors and the next generation family members from a number of family businesses and makes recommendations to help smooth transitions.
Passing the Baton
The Advisor's Tool Box For Working With Family Business Clients
The essential tools to help family businesses
The Advisor's Tool Box
Making Good Life Changing Decisions
The tough decision on whether or not to join the family business.
Making Good Life Changing Decisions
Stages and Transitions
Managing change in the family business
Stages and Transitions
From Back Office to Executive Suite
The evolving role of the family office
From Back Office to Executive Suite
Staying Entrepreneurial During The Transition Process
A Case Study of the Transition From Controlling Owners to Sibling Partnership
Staying Entrepreneurial During The Transition Process
What Makes Family Businesses Different?
What Makes Family Businesses Different?
Managing the Complexity
How to unlock the complexity of family businesses
Managing the Complexity
How Time Changes Everything
A brief introduction to the developmental model of family businesses
How Time Changes Everything
