Center for Family Business

Bored With the Board

By Inc Staff | Nov 1, 1993

Reader-to-reader advice. Read story

Family Planning: A Rough Guide to Business Succession

By Tom Nawrocki | Aug 1, 2007

Succession planning isn't easy, but it is necessary. Start early and talk frequently, and you'll have an advantage. Here are some pointers and resources to l... Read story

Some Help In Taking The Long-range View

Sep 1, 1982

While giant corporations often rely on 10-year plans to chart their growth, small companies tend to fly more by the seat of their pants. To most of them ... Read story

Should You Leave the Company to Your Kids?

By M. Ockenfels | May 1, 1997

Business owners take sides on the issue of leaving your business to the kids when you retire. Read story

Briefing: May 2003

By Inc Staff | May 1, 2003

Businesses want a say in rewriting regulations, companies fatten their marketing budgets, and leaders receive tips fit for a queen. Read story

Bringing up Baby

By Jill Andresky Fraser | Aug 1, 1990

Starting succession planning early, to minimize taxes and maximize benefits for both your family and company. Read story

Resources

By Inc Staff | May 1, 1997

A comprehensive resource guide to topics and issues featured in the May edition of Inc. magazine. Read story

Planning Ahead

By Jill Andresky Fraser | Aug 1, 1989

There are a number of advantages to early estate planning. Read story

The Advice Squad

By John F. Persinos | Jan 1, 1986

How outside boards give CEOs what they can't get anywhere else. Read story