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“The Family Business Advantage" with Dr. Donald Levitt
CONTACTBuilding a strong family business culture
Maureen LaFontaine, of the LaFontaine Automotive Group, describes how the family develops and lives their unique business culture. "The culture at LaFontaine is exactly what we say it is—it's family. Everything comes from our hearts."
How Mom and Dad Use Their Own Styles to Develop the Next Generation Family Business Leaders
Mike LaFontaine and Maureen LaFontaine, of the LaFontaine Automotive Group, have very different styles of leadership. Their son Ryan has been able to learn from each of them— starting back from when he was a "lot boy" and wanted to sell cars.
Siblings in a Family Business Working Together—Effectively
Ryan LaFontaine and Kelley LaFontaine, of the LaFontaine Automotive Group, are an example of siblings working together effectively. Ryan: "My sister is my best friend." Kelley: "People ask how I can work with my brother. I say 'How can I not?'"
Coaching the Next Generation in a Family Business
Bill Perkins, the owner of the Bill Perkins Automotive Group, describes his approach to coaching his son Monte Perkins—and how he allows Monte to make mistakes and learn from those mistakes.
Discussing Estate Plans with Adult Children in a Family Business
Bill Perkins, the owner of the Bill Perkins Automotive Group, explains why he and his wife include their two adult children in all meetings with their estate planning attorney.
Being a "Son of the Boss" in a Family Business
Monte Perkins, the son of Bill Perkins of the Bill Perkins Automotive Group, describes how he builds relationships with employees in the family business.
Donald B. Levitt, Ph.D.
218 W. Kingsley St., #308
Ann Arbor, MI 48103