The first defining quality of a family business is…

The first defining quality of a family business is that they are a business where the majority owners share a personal relationship, which usually includes shared values and nonfinancial goals that are as important as making a profit.

— from True North (Ethics, Integrity, Truth, Values)

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• Family & Parenting (Family/Parenting)
• Goals, Action & Defining Success (Goal/Action/Success/Motivation)
• Leadership & Business (Leadership/Business)

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