Understanding the family business - Alderson, Keanon (Business Expert Press, 2011)
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 115-126) and index
List of illustrations -- Foreword -- Preface -- Introduction -- 1. An overview of the family business -- 2. Differences between family and nonfamily firms -- 3. Family business theories -- 4. Family business decision making -- 5. Family business issues and generational differences -- 6. Succession -- 7. Governance, advisors, and boards -- 8. Success tips for family business owners, employers, and professionals -- 9. Trends in family business and future research -- Conclusion -- Appendix A. Selected further reading -- Appendix B. Family business resources -- Appendix C. Glossary -- Appendix D. Family business checklist -- Notes -- References -- Index
The purpose of this book is to provide readers with an introductory overview of family business, the most prevalent form of business in the world. The differences between family and nonfamily businesses are emphasized in this book. This book has several key audiences and can be used as a supplemental text for university undergraduate or graduate level courses such as small business management, introduction to business, entrepreneurship, or family studies. Members of family businesses will benefit from the book as an introduction to the unique nature of family businesses. Professional advisors to family firms, such as accountants, attorneys, bankers, insurance providers, and financial services professionals, may develop a better understanding of their clients. Suppliers to family businesses will gain insight to this important business customer. Much of the literature on family business is from the United States; an attempt has been made to present relevant international information as well