Family businesses are the heartbeat of entrepreneurship — built on trust, shared purpose, and legacy. But behind every success story lies a unique set of challenges: navigating family roles, balancing emotion with logic, and managing the transition from one generation to the next.
In this video, Dr. Claude B. Kershner IV unpacks the real dynamics of working in, managing, and growing a family business — from the inside out. Drawing on years of firsthand experience across multiple generations of entrepreneurs, he explores what makes family enterprises both powerful and complex.
🧠 You’ll Learn:
-What defines a family business and why they matter more than ever
-The roles of founders, spouses, siblings, and in-laws — and how each shapes the business culture
-How to balance family loyalty with professional management
-The positives: trust, legacy, shared mission, and long-term perspective
-The pitfalls: nepotism, role confusion, and emotional decision-making
-How non-family employees can thrive within a family-run company
-The art of succession, buyouts, and leadership transition
-Opportunities for innovation and growth that are unique to family-based enterprises
👨👩👦 Personal Insights
Dr. Kershner shares reflections from a lifetime in family business — from his grandfather’s original enterprise, to his father’s leadership and expansion, to his own journey building and scaling a consulting company. Each story reveals how legacy, values, and adaptability intersect in the real world of entrepreneurship.
🚀 Why Watch
Whether you’re part of a family business, planning to join one, or simply curious about the lessons that shape generational leadership, this video will help you see how purpose, people, and performance come together to create lasting impact.
🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.
#FamilyBusiness #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Legacy #SuccessionPlanning #SmallBusiness #BusinessLeadership
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Family businesses are the heartbeat of entrepreneurship — built on trust, shared purpose, and legacy. But behind every success story lies a unique set of challenges: navigating family roles, balancing emotion with logic, and managing the transition from one generation to the next.
In this video, Dr. Claude B. Kershner IV unpacks the real dynamics of working in, managing, and growing a family business — from the inside out. Drawing on years of firsthand experience across multiple generations of entrepreneurs, he explores what makes family enterprises both powerful and complex.
🧠 You’ll Learn:
-What defines a family business and why they matter more than ever
-The roles of founders, spouses, siblings, and in-laws — and how each shapes the business culture
-How to balance family loyalty with professional management
-The positives: trust, legacy, shared mission, and long-term perspective
-The pitfalls: nepotism, role confusion, and emotional decision-making
-How non-family employees can thrive within a family-run company
-The art of succession, buyouts, and leadership transition
-Opportunities for innovation and growth that are unique to family-based enterprises
👨👩👦 Personal Insights
Dr. Kershner shares reflections from a lifetime in family business — from his grandfather’s original enterprise, to his father’s leadership and expansion, to his own journey building and scaling a consulting company. Each story reveals how legacy, values, and adaptability intersect in the real world of entrepreneurship.
🚀 Why Watch
Whether you’re part of a family business, planning to join one, or simply curious about the lessons that shape generational leadership, this video will help you see how purpose, people, and performance come together to create lasting impact.
🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.
#FamilyBusiness #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Legacy #SuccessionPlanning #SmallBusiness #BusinessLeadership
Power and Politics in Leadership: Why Every Leader Must Understand Influence
The Dr. Claude Kershner Show
59 minutes 16 seconds
1 month ago
Power and Politics in Leadership: Why Every Leader Must Understand Influence
In this talk, Dr. Claude Kershner breaks down the often-ignored but essential connection between leadership, power, politics, and influence. Whether you’re a manager, entrepreneur, or aspiring leader, understanding these dynamics is key to advancing your career and leading effectively.
You’ll learn:
-What “power” really means in organizations
-The six major sources of power: ownership, dependency, opportunity, solving critical problems, proximity to power, and self-serving behavior
-The difference between old power (top-down, controlled) and new power (participatory, shared)
-Why politics exists in every workplace — and how to engage ethically
-How leaders and employees both use politics (often without realizing it)
-Practical tactics for building power and influence the right way
Key takeaway: Leadership is not just about completing tasks — it’s about navigating the human system of power, politics, and influence with wisdom and integrity.
If you’ve ever wondered why politics matters in leadership — and how to use power ethically to create real impact — this talk will give you the tools and perspective you need.
The Dr. Claude Kershner Show
Family businesses are the heartbeat of entrepreneurship — built on trust, shared purpose, and legacy. But behind every success story lies a unique set of challenges: navigating family roles, balancing emotion with logic, and managing the transition from one generation to the next.
In this video, Dr. Claude B. Kershner IV unpacks the real dynamics of working in, managing, and growing a family business — from the inside out. Drawing on years of firsthand experience across multiple generations of entrepreneurs, he explores what makes family enterprises both powerful and complex.
🧠 You’ll Learn:
-What defines a family business and why they matter more than ever
-The roles of founders, spouses, siblings, and in-laws — and how each shapes the business culture
-How to balance family loyalty with professional management
-The positives: trust, legacy, shared mission, and long-term perspective
-The pitfalls: nepotism, role confusion, and emotional decision-making
-How non-family employees can thrive within a family-run company
-The art of succession, buyouts, and leadership transition
-Opportunities for innovation and growth that are unique to family-based enterprises
👨👩👦 Personal Insights
Dr. Kershner shares reflections from a lifetime in family business — from his grandfather’s original enterprise, to his father’s leadership and expansion, to his own journey building and scaling a consulting company. Each story reveals how legacy, values, and adaptability intersect in the real world of entrepreneurship.
🚀 Why Watch
Whether you’re part of a family business, planning to join one, or simply curious about the lessons that shape generational leadership, this video will help you see how purpose, people, and performance come together to create lasting impact.
🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.
#FamilyBusiness #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Legacy #SuccessionPlanning #SmallBusiness #BusinessLeadership
