Family businesses make up 70% of Australia’s economy, but only a small percentage survive past the third generation. In this episode of Future Fit Leadership, we sit down with Kirsten Taylor Martin, accredited family business advisor at Grant Thornton, to uncover what it takes to build lasting success in family-run enterprises. Kirsten shares insights on the critical areas of succession planning, family governance, and the rising generation’s role in wealth preservation.

Kirsten shares key insights on:
Succession Planning: How to smoothly transition ownership and leadership across generations.
Family Governance: Strategies for fostering communication and alignment within the family.
Sustainability & Legacy: How family values contribute to positive community and environmental impact.
Wealth Preservation: Preparing the rising generation with the financial skills and mindset to protect and grow family assets.

We also explore the unique strengths and challenges of family businesses, from legacy building and effective communication to the increasing focus on sustainability and diversity. Whether you’re in a family business or simply interested in what makes them tick, Kirsten’s insights offer practical guidance and fresh perspectives on creating a legacy that thrives across generations.

Tune in to discover how family values and smart planning can ensure a lasting impact.

Family businesses make up 70% of Australia’s economy, but only a small percentage survive past the third generation. In this episode of Future Fit Leadership, we sit down with Kirsten Taylor Martin, accredited family business advisor at Grant Thornton, to uncover what it takes to build lasting success in family-run enterprises. Kirsten shares insights on the critical areas of succession planning, family governance, and the rising generation’s role in wealth preservation.
Kirsten shares key insights on:
<ul>
<li>Succession Planning: How to smoothly transition ownership and leadership across generations.</li>
<li>Family Governance: Strategies for fostering communication and alignment within the family.</li>
<li>Sustainability &amp; Legacy: How family values contribute to positive community and environmental impact.</li>
<li>Wealth Preservation: Preparing the rising generation with the financial skills and mindset to protect and grow family assets.</li>
</ul>
We also explore the unique strengths and challenges of family businesses, from legacy building and effective communication to the increasing focus on sustainability and diversity. Whether you’re in a family business or simply interested in what makes them tick, Kirsten’s insights offer practical guidance and fresh perspectives on creating a legacy that thrives across generations.
Tune in to discover how family values and smart planning can ensure a lasting impact.

Welcome to Future Fit Leadership a podcast for emerging and experienced leaders to learn, grow and become future fit! 

There has been a global shift in how we lead people. Traditional models are being challenged, and our workplaces are now dynamic. 


In this podcast you will hear and connect with leaders, CEO’s and change makers who will challenge the status quo and share their future ready strategies to unlock your growth. 


No matter where you are on your leadership journey this podcast will give you practical ideas and tools to help you think outside the square and become a change maker in your industry. 

Future Fit leadership is your place for bite sized learning, for time poor executives.

Contact Sadhana Smiles via email: sadhanasmiles@realchange.com.au

Or connect on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasmiles/

Welcome to Future Fit Leadership a podcast for emerging and experienced leaders to learn, grow and become future fit! 
There has been a global shift in how we lead people. Traditional models are being challenged, and our workplaces are now dynamic. 
 In this podcast you will hear and connect with leaders, CEO’s and change makers who will challenge the status quo and share their future ready strategies to unlock your growth. 
 No matter where you are on your leadership journey this podcast will give you practical ideas and tools to help you think outside the square and become a change maker in your industry. 
Future Fit leadership is your place for bite sized learning, for time poor executives.
Contact Sadhana Smiles via email: <a href="mailto:sadhanasmiles@realchange.com.au">sadhanasmiles@realchange.com.au</a> 
Or connect on LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasmiles/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasmiles/</a>

Future ready leadership strategies to unlock your growth

Future Fit Leadership

Welcome to Future Fit Leadership a podcast for emerging and experienced leaders to learn, grow and become future fit! 

There has been a global shift in how we lead people. Traditional models are being challenged, and our workplaces are now dynamic. 

In this podcast you will hear and connect with leaders, CEO’s and change makers who will challenge the status quo and share their future ready strategies to unlock your growth. 

No matter where you are on your leadership journey this podcast will give you practical ideas and tools to help you think outside the square and become a change maker in your industry. 

Future Fit leadership is your place for bite sized learning, for time poor executives.

Contact Sadhana Smiles via email: sadhanasmiles@realchange.com.au

Or connect on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasmiles/

We are excited to announce our partnership with Future Leadership and this podcast will sit in their Future Exchange Community where as leaders, CEO's, Directors and executives you can access content, events, live streams and connect with your peers. To join the community click on the following link, membership is free. 

https://community.futureexchange.global/groups/official

**Future Fit Leadership acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we record this podcast and we pay our respect to elders - past, present and emerging. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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This is a Guide Your Light Network Production | Podcasts with Purpose

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Welcome to Future Fit Leadership a podcast for emerging and experienced leaders to learn, grow and become future fit! 
There has been a global shift in how we lead people. Traditional models are being challenged, and our workplaces are now dynamic. 
In this podcast you will hear and connect with leaders, CEO’s and change makers who will challenge the status quo and share their future ready strategies to unlock your growth. 
No matter where you are on your leadership journey this podcast will give you practical ideas and tools to help you think outside the square and become a change maker in your industry. 
Future Fit leadership is your place for bite sized learning, for time poor executives.
Contact Sadhana Smiles via email: <a href="mailto:sadhanasmiles@realchange.com.au">sadhanasmiles@realchange.com.au</a> 
Or connect on LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasmiles/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasmiles/</a> 
We are excited to announce our partnership with Future Leadership and this podcast will sit in their Future Exchange Community where as leaders, CEO's, Directors and executives you can access content, events, live streams and connect with your peers. To join the community click on the following link, membership is free. 
<a href="https://community.futureexchange.global/groups/official" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://community.futureexchange.global/groups/official&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1683848489703000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2f0TqhapHFy9zLTwwgyebz">https://community.futureexchange.global/groups/official</a>
**Future Fit Leadership acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we record this podcast and we pay our respect to elders - past, present and emerging. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
-- 
This is a Guide Your Light Network Production | Podcasts with Purpose
<a href="http://www.guideyourlightnetwork.com">www.guideyourlightnetwork.com</a>

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