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Want a smooth family business transition? Embrace strategic planning.

The best kind of strategic planning prioritizes long-term goals over short-term comfort.

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Avoiding change, particularly in a family business, is a risky proposition.

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Witty sayings? Check. Gutty business experiences turned into integral lessons learned? Check. Starting a $5 billion company from an idea and $20,000? Check. OfficeMax founder Michael Feuer has it all.

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How to rebuild your brand

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