As a business grows in size and complexity, more people, more jobs and more decisions follow. An informal relationship between two brothers and their two employees may work well. Addition of the brothers' two daughters and an additional employee may force a more formal structure and written job descriptions. The alternative to having an organization chart often is to stumble along with confused and disgruntled people. Look for Opportunities in the Business That Fit the Strengths of the New Owners Strengths of management people in a business vary from generation to generation.
New strengths can lead to new enterprises.
A son or daughter with strong interest and ability in working with people may lead to adding a retail farm market to a fruit farm. Strong mechanical ability may lead to adding a repair business. A gifted farm business analyst may want to start an accounting service for neighboring farmers. New enterprises have the potential of increased enthusiasm among new owners, fuller use of resources and higher profits.