Small and family-owned businesses play an important role in job creation. In this study, perceived barriers to succession planning are examined. Small business owners (most of whom were family businesses) were asked about these barriers to succession planning and the potential interest in educational programs for small businesses. Based on these data, potential tools and seminars were developed.
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