Values
Freedom is a Precious Commodity
Lost by many during the pandemic have been China’s moves to squelch dissent in Hong Kong. In 2019, Hong Kong’s opposition to…
A New Proverb: From One Generation to the Next
“Shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations.” Every culture around the world has its version of that proverb.
What’s Included in Your Family Code of Conduct?
Do you have a family code of conduct? Perhaps you have one and call it something else. Or the idea of a…
Legacy is What You Put In Motion
I used to think of legacy as something we left behind. But not anymore.
The Things We Pass On to Our Kids
It’s funny the things we pass on to our kids. My kids root for the basketball team of my alma mater, but…
What It Takes for a Lasting Family Business Legacy
It might surprise you. The success of a long-term family business is not in the gregarious or charismatic leader. To the contrary,…
The Time I Ran For President
There are some acts of generosity that can’t be forgotten. Some of them come to life with the passage of time. For…
The Purpose of Family: Training the Next Generation For Good
What’s the purpose of family? I ask that question of the families that I work with. I get some good answers, but…
The Business Savvy of Christian Investing
When Frank came into the office, he had already heard of Faith-Based or Biblically Responsible Investing (BRI) but he was pretty sure…
Leave a Legacy or Live a Legacy?
Leave a legacy. I’ve been wondering if we need a new phrase. Perhaps we should seek to “live a legacy.”
Why I Think Everyone Should Have a Foundation
Most think foundations are for rich people, but I really do believe that foundations are for everyone.
The Impact of Stating Your Family’s Values
I often wonder what it would be like if more families had a defined set of family values. How would that positively…
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