Connecting the Dots: S1:E16—Dr Donna Marino: Birth Order and Sibling Dynamics

The final episode of 2024 builds on the discussion of family systems theory by highlighting one of Murray Bowen's key tenets: the impact of birth order on family dynamics. To gain deeper insight into this topic, Ryan and Steve bring on Dr. Donna Marino, a family business psychologist out of Chicago, to learn how birth order impacts personality and sibling dynamics in business. Dr. Donna shares her clinical and consulting experience to highlight key patterns and traits she observes in her practice of working with family business transitions. It's a must listen for anyone who is interested in working on their own family dynamic and/or works in a family business. In this episode, we explore: - How birth order influences personality traits - The nuance of birth order and gender - Navigating family business dynamics as a family and non-family member #donnamarino #murraybowen #familysystems #personality #naturevsnurture #familydynamics #birthorder #siblingposition