Nature and business work in similar ways. Both have methods of adapting to the ever-changing external forces of their environments. Animals use colour, smell, size and other tricks to deter predatory forces (or lure in prey as a means of survival). The human body’s white blood cells kick into overdrive to fight off infection. In […]

Well-managed public businesses can certainly be successful over the years, but multigenerational, family-owned enterprises bring special strengths and talents to the table. What makes a family business so attractive? Structure, Succession & the Beauty of Institutional Knowledge In any properly managed enterprise, protocols and procedures govern operations and culture. Accepted practices and standards define the […]