Tips for Working with Your Sibling
Sibling dynamics are interesting, from a social perspective, but even more so when it comes to running successful business. There are generally two reactions when telling people that you work with a sibling, either clutching their pearls and questioning how… Read more→
Exciting New Options for EFBC Membership and Forums!
For many of you, July marks the midway point of the year. For us at EFBC, it’s the start of our fiscal year with all the excitement that a new year brings. We are eager to create new opportunities by… Read more→
Does Emotional Intelligence Really Matter?
Within the past few years, emotional intelligence (EI), mindfulness, and related practices have been garnering a lot of attention; in publications, on social media platforms, as workshops and trainings, as well as being put into practice in the workplace. As… Read more→
Growing Your Business with Shared Experiences
Paul Spiegelman started his career as a bootstrap entrepreneur. What began as a business operating out of his garage grew to become BerylHealth, a customer call center with $40 million in annual revenue. Their claim to fame? The culture. Culture… Read more→
The Hokey Pokey of Family Business
Being a leader can be the most challenging during times of transition. Perhaps the family business is in the middle of a succession plan, expanding into new markets or trying to open a new location. It could be that you’re… Read more→
Member Development Opportunities with EFBC family
Members and non-members alike felt a certain energy in the room. How is it that a group can feel a sense of comfort in a space together? EFBC creates an environment of safety across personal and professional topics for our… Read more→
Creating a Stress-Free Environment at Work
Everyone has stress and we all have our own ways of coping with it. Supporting your employees through their stress can ultimately make them more engaged and motivated to come to the office. Here are some suggestions to get your… Read more→
4 Lessons Learned from Family Meetings
Having family meetings was the right thing for the right reason. We wanted open communication between the brothers and partners in order to strengthen the family and business. But most importantly, Joe and I wanted everyone on the same page… Read more→
3 Steps to Healthy Family Business Communication
What is the “greater good” for the family and for the business? Is everyone in agreement? How are you communicating your family values? To answer these questions, we start with the first best practice: foster a family culture of healthy… Read more→
