COMMUNICATION IMPROVEMENT

Improving communication is a common goal for most families. Sometimes we fall into unproductive patterns that create frustration, cause us to avoid challenging topics or sit in silent disagreement. 

Family businesses also face the normal challenge of tensions between the needs of the family and the needs of the business. Some may take a “family 1st” approach to their decisions and others may want more consideration for business needs. How can we find the right balance and create alignment in these areas? 

Families appreciate the value of effective communication and often have questions like:

• How do we reach consensus when we have different ideas? 
• How can we better understand our different communication styles & needs? 
• What are our undiscussable areas that we can bring attention to? What is the impact of ignorning them?
• What are strategies to help us become unstuck?  
• What can we do to create a safe environment for everyone to express themselves? 
• How can we work through our old habits or historical conflicts that are getting in the road of meaningful conversations?