Gender Disparity in Leadership of Family-Run Businesses

Shainaya Aggarwal

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.35805

Gender Disparity in Leadership of Family-Run Businesses

Author(s)	Shainaya Aggarwal
Country	India
Abstract	This paper examines the complex dynamics of leadership and succession within family-owned businesses (FOBs), which constitute a significant portion of the global economy. Given their importance, it is crucial for these businesses to prioritize capable leadership while navigating the complexities of family ties. The paper explores how leadership succession is often influenced by familial relationships, which may lead to nepotism and inefficiencies in decision-making. It also investigates the challenges FOBs face in diversifying leadership, especially gender diversity, which has been shown to enhance decision-making, innovation, and organizational resilience. Although gender-diverse teams tend to perform better, women remain underrepresented in top executive roles due to persistent societal biases, work-life balance challenges, and limited mentorship opportunities. This is particularly relevant in family businesses, where leadership roles are frequently passed down through family members. The paper argues that FOBs might have a unique advantage in fostering gender diversity, as familial ties reduce traditional barriers faced by women in non-family firms. By emphasizing competence and long-term vision over short-term gains, family businesses may create more opportunities for women to assume leadership roles, aligning with their strategic goals. The study concludes that while FOBs face their own challenges, their potential to drive more inclusive leadership practices offers a competitive advantage in the evolving business landscape.
Keywords	Abstract, Introduction, Leadership in Family-Owned Businesses, Creating diversity in leadership, Gender diversity in the family business, Conclusion, References
Field	Business Administration
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025
Published On	2025-01-26
Cite This	Gender Disparity in Leadership of Family-Run Businesses - Shainaya Aggarwal - IJFMR Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.35805
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.35805
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g829qr

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