Galliard Family Business Advisor Institute
My main symptom is acceptance. Acceptance in the form of many thoughts that distill down to: "Okay, so things are changing, what are my options for dealing with it?” And when I am at my most optimistic, I add: “…and coming out better or happier on the other side?” Since I’m referring to The DREC Model for Change, acceptance is a fantastic symptom.
…The call came from out of the blue. The young man’s voice, on the other end of the phone, was tentative and quiet. “Can you help me?” he said.
…Strong, entrepreneurial parents can build awe-inspiring businesses, while often raising children who struggle to find a little place in the sun.
…What to do when parents have clear favorites.
…How advisors can help make environments safe so difficult conversations can be held and how to manage emotional issues in a business as they develop future leaders.
…What do we actually mean by "having it all" anyway? I agree with Sheryl Sandburg when she points out that opportunities abound when we open ourselves to the potentials of a rewarding career and raising a family. However I struggle mightily with the emphasis that we put on the mythical state of "having it all." This seems to suggest that if we manage our lives well and do the right things, we can create happy families, loving children and impressive resumes - all at the same time.
…I recently shared several articles with a friend, all regarding the topic of the guilt or stress that so many women feel when they work outside the home. This included the recent comment by professional powerhouse, PepsiCo CEO Indra K. Nooyi, who removes the sugar-coating and reminds us that there really isn’t such a thing as “having it all”—that even mothers who manage well and seek a wide variety of help and resources still feel guilty.
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