This resource for business leaders reveals how the characteristics that are often seen as weaknesses in family-run businesses actually create a long-term competitive advantage. It is based upon the results of an international study that examined the traits of enduring family- run organizations such as IKEA, L.L. Bean, and The New York Times. The authors are affiliated with the Center for Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise at the U. of Alberta. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)