Family Business Blog
At the recent FBA National Conference Angela, John-Paul and Claire Whitbread told the powerful story of how they dealt with the challenges that arose on the sudden death of their father who founded the family business. The presentation expanded on their comments at the Victorian State Conference in May 2011, shortly after they took control. Read more...
Much has been written about the importance of developing a Family Charter or Constitution. It is indeed a powerful document that serves the purpose of setting out the rules of the game, how the family and the business interact. Read more...
A decision was handed down in the Victorian Supreme Court today in an action taken by motor racing legend Bob Jane, against his son. Read more...
May 31, 2013
I've just received an enquiry asking me for an example of a full family policy document. Here's my response... Read more...
May 28, 2013
It's been said that ‘time and tide wait for no man’. As much as we’d sometimes like to stop the clock, or revel in past glory, time keeps ticking away. Read more...
Apr 25, 2013
We’re often asked ‘what is the most important thing we have to do to ensure on-going success both as a family and as a business?’ That’s a tough question because there are many things that you have to get right. As we know each family business is as unique as the family behind it. There is no one right answer that will suit all. Read more...
Apr 03, 2013
Over the past 10 – 15 years of developments in brain science have overturned long-held beliefs about how our brain functions. Discoveries in the field of neuroplasticity show that our brain is not a fixed piece of machinery, but can continue to grow and evolve during the course of our lives. What an exciting range of opportunities this offers us to change and evolve in new directions. Read more...
The difficulties faced by the manufacturing industry in Australia are much discussed. The challenges presented by the GFC, high Australian dollar and the difficulties of attracting and retaining skilled labor (given the temptation of high wage rates offered by the booming mining sector) are very real and often quoted. Read more...
Nov 23, 2011
In my work with second and third-generation family businesses, the issue of brothers and sisters working together successfully is fundamental. Read more...
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