Innovation in the Family Business: Succeeding Through Generations (A Family Business Publication) 2014th Edition

Joe Schmieder has been the successful non-family president of two privately held businesses and helped countless family businesses through his consulting organization. His book cites over fifty first hand examples in family businesses in support of his very relevant idea. Innovation makes an important positive difference in perpetuating family businesses. Beyond a focus on the long term, Joe makes the case that incremental innovation typically practiced by family businesses is most effective. Chock full of practical ideas and best practices, this book is excellent for anyone interested or involved in family business.

I had Joe on my podcast, The Entrepreneurs Library, to give a deep dive on Innovation in the Family Business. With Joe’s experience he gives amazing insight on how family owned businesses can better survive in the world today. If you would like to hear a review from the author himself check out episode 130 at theELpodcast.com/books.