Family business conflict creates tension and stress not only in the workplace, but at home and during the holiday gatherings. I know firsthand after working 16 years in my family business. For most people conflict brings up an automatic reaction of defensiveness and justifying their position. Taking a defensive posture is counterproductive to solving conflict. […]
Business Conflict
Good example of how conflict is good for the family business
I found out early in my family business career that conflict was inherent in the family business experience. I was a young salesman working at Walsh Bros when Uncle Walsh called me into his office and informed me he was splitting my sales territory! I was crushed! I couldn’t imagine why he was making a […]
