Posts by Rob Ferguson
Strategic Planning for Family Businesses: Using SWOT, PESTLE, and Ansoff
Develop a better strategic plan for your family business. Use these tools to uncover important factors that might otherwise be overlooked.
Read MoreThe Family Business Priority Triad: a Strategy for Growth
There are 3 main priorities family business leaders can focus their strategy on: growth, control, and liquidity. Here is how the options play out.
Read MoreFamous Strategic Failures (and What We Can Learn From Them)
In this article, we examine the strategic failures of three famous companies and pull out some lessons we can learn from their mistakes.
Read More5 Keys to a Healthy Family Business
A healthy family business requires a balance between work and life. Family businesses can create a strong foundation for success and avoid common pitfalls by focusing on these five essential elements.
Read MoreDoes Your Family Business Need a Board of Directors?
Does your family business have a board of directors? Does it need one? Here’s what you need to know about setting up a family business board.
Read More9 Keys to a Sustainable and Prosperous Family Business
Achieve sustainable prosperity for your family business by implementing these 9 key steps. Build a business that prospers for generations.
Read More6 Factors to Consider when Seeking Family Business Consulting Services
Smart family business leaders seek outside consultation when necessary. Here are 6 factors to consider when looking for business consulting services.
Read MoreExit Planning Q&A with Rob Ferguson
Key takeaways and transcript from Rob’s interview about family business succession planning on the Influential Entrepreneurs podcast.
Read MoreAll you want to know about family business advisory boards
An advisory board is a group of outside experts who provide counsel and insight to help a family business make better, more objective decisions.
Read MoreWhat is Strategic Planning and Why is it Important for Family Businesses?
Strong strategic planning charts your course to achieve your purpose, mission, and goals – and positions your business for success well into the future.
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