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Consumer research demonstrates superior customer trust from 'family-run' over 'family-owned' framing, indicating that excessive heritage claims can backfire.
Family businesses often promote their ownership and heritage to build trust. Research suggests that “family-run” may send a stronger message than “family-owned” — and that adding more heritage claims can sometimes backfire.
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