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A Practical Guide to Family Business Succession Planning

Access complimentary worksheets and resources from the book

For business families, succession planning is more than just the technical components. A meaningful part of planning comes down to setting the scene for the right conversations and preparation.

These free downloadable resources were developed to help families start working through the important questions surrounding leadership, readiness, and expectations. They accompany the Family Business Succession Model outlined in our book, A Practical Guide to Family Business Succession Planning, and can be used as a practical starting point for your own planning process.

What you’ll receive

Your free download includes:

  • Appendix A: Successor Grooming Template

    Prepare your next generation for the future by assessing their skills and developing a plan to strengthen any weaknesses and gaps.

  • Appendix B: Succession Self-Assessment Checklist

    Evaluate your succession readiness by working through a series of thoughtful and practical questions.

  • Appendix C: Performance Review

    In family businesses, performance reviews are particularly tough. This resource includes an employee self-appraisal checklist, as well as a list of performance indicators to discuss.

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    Kerry Smith CPA, CA, TEP

    National Leader, Family Office Services