Describe A Person You Know Who Runs A Family Business

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who this person is and how you knew him/her
One person I know who runs a family business is William Hardy, a close family ...(Available for VIP only.)
what family business he/she does
William runs a traditional bakery, which has been in his family for three ...(Available for VIP only.)
and explain why he/she runs the family business
He chose to continue the family business for several reasons. Firstly, he has ...(Available for VIP only.)
What I admire about him is his resilience. Running a small business is no walk ...(Available for VIP only.)
All in all, I think he runs the family business not only to make a living but ...(Available for VIP only.)




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1. Do you think family businesses are common in your country?
Yes, they are pretty standard, especially in small towns and rural areas. Many ...(Available for VIP only.)
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of running a family business?
Well, one obvious advantage is the strong sense of trust. Since family members ...(Available for VIP only.)
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