Family Business on the Couch
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The challenge faced by family businesses and their stakeholders, is to recognise the issues that they face, understand how to develop strategies to address them and more importantly, to create narratives, or family stories that explain the emotional dimension of the issues to the family. The most intractable family business issues are not the business problems the organisation faces, but the emotional issues that compound them. Applying psychodynamic concepts will help to explain behaviour and w
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This insightful exploration of family business dynamics reveals how the most challenging obstacles often stem from emotional entanglements rather than operational issues. The book provides a framework for recognizing the psychological patterns that shape family enterprises, offering strategies to address the complex interplay between personal relationships and business decisions. Through psychodynamic concepts, it illuminates why family businesses frequently struggle with succession planning, conflict resolution, and maintaining professional boundaries.
What sets this work apart is its emphasis on creating meaningful family narratives that can transform emotional roadblocks into sources of strength. Readers managing family enterprises will find practical wisdom for navigating the delicate balance between honoring legacy and implementing necessary change. The psychological insights provide a powerful lens for understanding how family history and dynamics influence business outcomes, making this essential reading for anyone seeking to preserve both their family relationships and their business legacy.
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