Guide 09 of 10 · Understand quality
Family Fortunes
Learn why some family firms last for generations, and what to look for.
What’s included
- 15 pages, in plain English, with charts and examples
- 6 topics, each a short read
- A checklist to act on, and sources so you can check every fact
- Part of the full course: all ten guides for £78, one payment
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Two pages from Family Fortunes, as you’ll see them.


What’s inside
Why Family Firms Do Well
- Why it works
- Handle with care
- Fast decisions. A controlling owner can act quickly
Secrets Of Family Success
- Seven habits
- Frugality: lean costs, in good times and bad
- Careful investment: each project must earn its keep
Buffett: A Home For Family Firms
- Why owners choose Berkshire
- See’s Candies
- Nebraska Furniture Mart
The Power Of A Family Name
- Why a family name helps
- Founders’ values can be kept alive for generations
- The family’s reputation is tied to the product
Family Holding Companies
- Examples
- Berkshire Hathaway
- Investor AB
When Families Go Wrong
- Questions to ask
- Who will lead the next generation, and are they qualified?
- Are independent directors strong enough to challenge the family?
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