In this episode of "Legacy Builders," Cory Gagnon navigates the intricacies of family and business well-being while unraveling the enigmatic "happiness factor." Happiness emerges as a pivotal component in the prosperity of family enterprises. It is shown that a content family, in which individuals find happiness, operates with enhanced effectiveness and communication, fostering commitment to both the business and one another. Notably, happiness also acts as a magnet for cultivating a positive company culture and attracting high-caliber employees and customers.

Illustrating these principles, the episode recounts the journey of the Trudel family, who manage an organic farm and transform their business dynamics by addressing concerns and implementing systems that promote recognition and connection. The episode emphasizes the significance of shared visions, formal governance structures, role clarity, and robust succession planning in balancing the intertwined needs of family and business. This insightful discussion underscores the indispensable role of happiness in family enterprises and offers strategies to harmonize familial relationships and mitigate the repercussions of ineffective family dynamics.

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Divyanka Tripathi - https://www.instagram.com/divyankatripathidahiya/?hl=en
• Perpetuating the Family Business by John L. Ward - https://www.amazon.com/Perpetuating-Family-Business-Successful-Publication/dp/1403933979
• "Family Bonding Improves Family Business Success” By David Bork - https://www.familybusinessmatters.consulting/family-bonding-improves-family-business-success/
• Riches (TV Series 2022) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13427680/

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Contact Cory Gagnon | Beacon Family Office at Assante Financial Management Ltd. 

• Website: BeaconFamilyOffice.com
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• Linkedin: Beacon Family Office
• Email: [email protected]

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