Bottom-Line Behavior

5 traits that make a great third-generation family business leader

From humility to a nice human touch, it pays off to start developing these traits early in your career.

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In my work as a family business consultant, one of the biggest challenges I encounter in succession planning is navigating the inevitable tension that arises when leadership transitions from one generation to the next — particularly in companies moving from Gen 2 to Gen 3.

 

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