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The Quest for Legitimacy

How Children of Prominent Families Discover Their Unique Place in the World
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The Quest for Legitimacy by Jamie Weiner delves into the struggle of finding one's place and identity within a family business setting. The book explores the emotional and psychological journey individuals face as they seek validation and authenticity in environments where expectations are high. It provides insights and strategies to build a sense of self-worth and contribute meaningfully to familial and professional roles.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring how individuals find their sense of purpose and belonging, particularly within family legacies or organisations. It delves into the complex dynamics of personal growth and the paths people take to establish their identity and credibility. Whether you're involved in family businesses or seeking personal development insights, this offers valuable perspectives on authenticity and self-worth.

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The Quest for Legitimacy

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Discover how the children of prominent families pursue their own path while contributing to their family's legacy

In The Quest for Legitimacy: How Children of Prominent Families Discover Their Unique Place in the World, accomplished family and private wealth consultant Dr. James Weiner delivers a unique and eye-opening discussion of the Rising Generation's quest for self-determination in the shadow of a larger-than-life family. The author relies on qualitative research conducted on wealthy families to explore topics like:

  • Rites of passage in prominent families and what liberation for young family members actually looks and feels like
  • Separating from and returning to your family while finding people to trust on your journey
  • How to deal with the long shadows cast by wealthy family members

Perfect for members of wealthy and accomplished families, as well as the people who advise them, The Quest for Legitimacy is an essential read for anyone navigating the complex dynamics of accomplished families.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119868279

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 July 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Contributors:

  • Foreword by James E. Hughes

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 408g

Pages: 224

About the Author

JAMIE WEINER, Psy.D., is co-founder of Inheriting Wisdom, a firm that works with prominent families on the problems that exist below the surface. He is co-author of The Legacy Conversation and has been profiled in Private Wealth magazine. He is a Fellow of the Family Firm Institute.

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