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#135—Devin DeCiantis: The Enduring Power of Family Businesses

Feb 7, 2025
Devin DeCiantis, co-author of "The Enduring Enterprise" and Managing Partner at Lansberg Gersick Advisors, shares insights on the distinct strengths of family businesses. He discusses their resilience and unique long-term strategies that allow them to thrive even during economic turbulence. The conversation highlights how family enterprises can teach traditional corporations about planning for the future and adapting to challenges. DeCiantis also delves into the critical role of redundancy and community commitment in ensuring stability and success.
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  • Family businesses thrive on long-term strategic planning, enabling them to navigate crises through resilience and knowledge transfer across generations.
  • The distinct stabilizing strategies employed by family businesses, such as modularity and differentiation, enhance their operational resilience in volatile environments.

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The Unique Stability of Family Businesses

Family businesses provide a unique source of stability, primarily due to their inherent trust and multi-generational orientation. This trust fosters resilience and knowledge transfer across generations, allowing families to navigate crises effectively. They focus on long-term performance rather than short-term gains, cultivating an institutional memory that informs their strategies. Examples illustrate how families share wisdom through storytelling, reinforcing their collective ability to confront challenges and ensuring continuity amidst adversity.

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