Building a Family Council for Resilience
Do we see risk as a threat to avoid, a necessary evil, or something to embrace? And how does this perspective shape the way families support entrepreneurial ventures or personal growth within their own …
Raising Future Entrepreneurs
What does it take to raise future entrepreneurs? At The Cecily Group, we believe that true entrepreneurial spirit isn’t just inherited, but should also be nurtured. It starts with creating the right environment, offering …
Defining Company Values for Lasting Impact
Strong company values aren’t just words to list on a website. When lived and practised daily, they guide decisions, promote teamwork, and make problem-solving faster and more effective. Many companies claim to have values, …
Innovation Strategies for Family Businesses
Family business qualities such as a sense of identity, tradition, and long-term vision are potent drivers of success and endurance. Yet, tradition can also become a barrier to innovation — another key factor in …
Augmented Reality in Marketing: Creating Immersive Brand Experiences
In the rapidly evolving field of digital marketing in 2024, one technology stands out for its transformative potential and it’s not AI as you would guess: it’s Augmented Reality (AR). AR superimposes digital elements …
Neurodesign: Leveraging Brain Science to Improve User Experience
Neurodesign harnesses insights from neuroscience to create more intuitive and effective interfaces. As businesses strive to differentiate themselves in a saturated digital marketplace, understanding the brain's response to various design solutions can be a …
Cybersecurity for Family Offices: Protecting Wealth in the Digital Age
In an era where digital advancements have revolutionized the way we manage wealth, cybersecurity has emerged as a critical concern for family offices. The sensitive financial information and substantial assets managed by these entities …
Insights from Research: Longevity in Family Businesses Through Transgenerational Entrepreneurship
In the business world, where innovation and adaptability are paramount, the concept of transgenerational entrepreneurship has emerged as a beacon for family firms aiming to sustain and grow through generations. The 2010 paper by …
Fostering Entrepreneurial Spirit in the Next Generation
As a father, an entrepreneur and the CEO of our Family Office, my journey into understanding the impact of entrepreneurial parents on their children’s career paths has been both enlightening and deeply personal. The …
Scope Creep: How to Prevent and Control Changes in Your Projects
This article explores the complex topic of scope creep, a pervasive problem that arises from unexpected and unregulated modifications to a project's scope. If not managed properly, these changes can result in cost overruns, …