Succession & Intergenerational Tension | Making Sense of Family Business

Cause #27

In this episode, I explore family succession and intergenerational tension, focusing on why succession in business families so often becomes a catalyst for deep conflict. I explain how lack of clarity, weak governance, generational misalignment, identity issues, and unaddressed sibling resentments undermine effective succession, and why succession should be treated as a long-term process rather than a last-minute event. I also outline how early, transparent conversations, strong family governance structures, clear family plans, and ongoing support for the people involved can reduce fear, build trust, and help families pass on leadership, assets, and legacy in a way that preserves both relationships and long-term prosperity.