Family Business Performance Center

10/14/2026

We've previously talked about the importance of having an annual family huddle to mitigate the challenges of family business. Now, let me identify the common areas of exercise we perform in our annual family business huddles.

An annual family huddle should consist of exercises designed to bring out the best in everyone, from vision and values to understanding communication and conflict styles.

10/13/2026

What level of success can any business sustain without being accountable for results? Think about it for a moment.

In family business, accountability can be a source of contention. Great coaches and coaching leaders can help teams understand the importance of accountability.

Here's a simple, short exercise to do with your team this month: https://familybusinessperformance.com/small-business-coachs-exercise-to-build-accountability-in-family-business/

10/08/2026

Leadership: without it, what do you have? For many businesses across the nation, that is a valid question. We discuss some of the ways that family businesses can develop the next generation of family leaders.

If you are a family business leader and want to understand more about how to transition your next generation leadership into your business, consider working with a professional like Coach Pete who can objectively work with all parties.

10/07/2026

The annual family retreat can be an important part of creating a long-term sustainable family business. Smart families will pay close attention to these four common meeting killers and design and execute the family meetings accordingly.

The annual family retreat can be an important part of creating a long-term sustainable family business. Smart families will pay close attention to these four common meeting killers and design and execute the family meetings accordingly.

10/01/2026

Better family management practices can build a stronger foundation within a business that can weather and adapt to whatever the future brings. Here are some tips and strategies that can help family businesses succeed throughout generations.

Better family management practices can build a stronger foundation within a business that can weather and adapt to whatever the future brings. Some tips and strategies can help family businesses succeed throughout generations.

09/30/2026

My son William and I made you a short video course that explores the traits of successful and unsuccessful family businesses. I think you will find it interesting and helpful!

https://familybusinessperformance.com/register/fundamentals-course/

09/29/2026

Company efficiency is defined by communication. To build family business efficiency, take a look at our tips.

Communication can do wonders for any workplace and knowing how to most efficiently hone your communication skills and truly get your team talking is the first step. Company efficiency is defined by communication.

09/24/2026

I’ve seen how impactful it can be when an “up and comer” family business participant gains recognition and a follower-ship outside of the family business; their confidence and ability as a leader grows exponentially.

For family business participants, developing your own leadership style outside of the business is essential to success.

09/23/2026

When it comes to operating a family-owned business, the number one tip to keep in mind is that all business matters need to stay within the family.

One of the best ways to prepare for tomorrow is by sending all employees who fill leadership roles to complete professional development training.

09/22/2026

Family-owned businesses have been successful for hundreds of years, and it’s safe to assume that many family businesses from centuries ago were quite successful, as well.

Women working in a family business play a vital role in business leadership. As women enter into c-suite roles, family businesses move towards success.