Women in Family Business

This paper, is condensed from the author's, qualitative research study on women in family business. Women and other family members were interviewed on how gender-related issues affect their work. Also included is an extensive literature review followed by a brief discussion of the research methodology. The research results offer common themes that emerged from the diverse sample of participants. In addition, there is a discussion of implications for practice and research that may be helpful to both family-business members and consultants.