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Family dynamics

What drives non-family CEO turnover in family firms?

What drives non-family CEO turnover in family firms?

Emotional bonds across family generations predict CEO retention more than financial performance or governance

How do everyday interactions shape power and identity in family firms?

How do everyday interactions shape power and identity in family firms?

Socio-symbolic ownership reveals how influence flows through vision, presence, and informal exchange

September 13, 2016

Why is qualitative research still underused in family business studies?

Why is qualitative research still underused in family business studies?

A review of 26 influential studies finds the field prioritizes method over foundational inquiry

How do emotional bonds, trust, and conflict shape innovation across generations?

How do emotional bonds, trust, and conflict shape innovation across generations?

Knowledge internalization within the family determines whether social capital translates into product development

January 15, 2016

What if the business you built also reshaped your marriage and sense of self?

What if the business you built also reshaped your marriage and sense of self?

A four-year case study of a Turkish-Swedish couple reveals how gender and ethnicity shape entrepreneurial identity

September 16, 2015

Could non-family connections be the secret ingredient for family business success?

Could non-family connections be the secret ingredient for family business success?

Non-family social capital drives firm performance more strongly than family ties and amplifies their effect

Can having more family member advisors help or hurt your business?

Can having more family member advisors help or hurt your business?

An inverted U-shaped relationship reveals the risks of too many family voices in advisory roles

What makes later-generation family members choose the family business?

What makes later-generation family members choose the family business?

Emotional attachment and family expectations predict commitment far better than financial dependency