Author: Michael Louie

Children working in the business? – my weekly perspective

If your business hires entry level employees, this environment may present a great opportunity for your children to learn about the family business from the ground up.  Only then, can they appreciate the challenges, breakthroughs and corporate goals and objectives of the business that they, one day, could own and work in.  Remember to try […]

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Learning from mistakes – the succession journey, my weekly perspective

The journey through succession is unique and fraught with bumps. The goal is simple; ensure an orderly transition of your business, governance and wealth to the next generation(s). However, you can expect that due to personalities, communication styles and differing interests, you will encounter some challenges. This is normal. I liken the succession journey to […]

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Educate – financial literacy of our children. My weekly perspective

Do you have the responsibility to raise children (could now be adults) so that they are prepared to inherit wealth? A mere $ 42 trillion will be passing to the next generation in the next 20-30 years. If you do not take active steps to get them ready for the responsibility that wealth brings, then how will these children otherwise get prepared?  Many parents try to raise their children and share their values.  Do you as parents also talk about financial literacy?

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Wealth and responsibility – my weekly perspective

Have you spoken to your family, including your children, that with wealth comes the obvious: – privilege, – opportunities and – choices. More importantly, with wealth comes responsibility. Many families of wealth tend to shield their children from both the burden of that wealth, though letting them enjoy the benefits that wealth can bring with […]

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