Growth strategies: how alliances can boost the performance of family-owned firms

In today’s fast-paced global environment, growth isn’t an option for family businesses: it’s an imperative to ensure their long-term success and continuity. This reflection and the role of strategic alliances were in the spotlight at the first Family Business Forum for Reflection, organized recently by IESE and the Instituto de Empresa Familiar. This article, written…

The renaissance of podcasts

In our last discussion, we touched on the resilience of radio and briefly mentioned the rise of podcasts. Today, we'd like to delve into an intriguing trend affecting this newer media format. Historically, Chinese users have favored quick and concise content, making them a primary audience for platforms that specialize in live streaming, a non-scripted…

Is radio still a thing?

Radio, one of the most enduring forms of media, continues to stand strong throughout time. While it's easy to think that podcasts, live streams, and other contemporary media formats have overshadowed it, radio's resilience deserves a second look. Interestingly, the media industry holds a positive outlook on radio. Post-COVID-19, in 2021, investors showed a keen…

Five ways to get the most out of family assemblies

Shareholders often span different generations in long-consolidated family firms, and not all play an active role in the business. In these cases, family assemblies are a vital conduit to bringing people together and up to date on the company’s activity and strategy. Family assemblies aim to bridge the divide between family members on the front…