TFM Journal

Podcast: Transacting Value

Podcast: Transacting Value

TFM's appearance on the Transacting Value podcast

How Strong Is Your Family Tree?

How Strong Is Your Family Tree?

Our logo at TFM, fittingly, is a tree. 🌲 We’ve metaphorically "cut it down" to examine its trunk, revealing insights into what makes some family trees resilient and others less so.

Podcast: It's Never About Money

Podcast: It's Never About Money

Join us on the "It's Never About Money" podcast where Total Family Management's Alex Kirby discusses family wealth beyond finances.

Social Fitness: Are your leaders in shape?

Social Fitness: Are your leaders in shape?

'2024 - The Socially Fit Organization' provides groundbreaking insights that every leader and HR professional needs to hear.

The Possibility and Potential of Wealth 3.0 💰

The Possibility and Potential of Wealth 3.0 💰

It’s hard to imagine a world where our clients do not care about the well-being of themselves and their family members.

Unlock Growth in 2024: The TFM Partner Roadmap

Unlock Growth in 2024: The TFM Partner Roadmap

It's all about one thing: organic growth.

TFM Partners With Simple On New ‘Family Governance’ Category

TFM Partners With Simple On New ‘Family Governance’ Category

TFM is proud to announce its partnership with family office knowledge platform Simple in becoming the first Family Governance category member in their growing directory of service providers for family offices. TFM x Simple Partnership Press ReleaseTFM x Simple Partnership Press Release.pdf37 KBdownload-circle This collaboration signifies a notable trend

Values at the Core of Governance: A Guide for Multi-Family Offices

Values at the Core of Governance: A Guide for Multi-Family Offices

Discover the essence of effective governance with our latest resource, "TFM's Multi-Family Office Guide to Values." This guide is meticulously crafted for multi-family offices, highlighting the crucial role shared values play in building strong family governance and unity. At Total Family Management (TFM), we believe that values are the heartbeat

Unlock 2024: Shift from Resolutions to Values

Unlock 2024: Shift from Resolutions to Values

If you're like 60% of Americans, you don’t create New Year's resolutions. Among those who do, 23% abandon them within the first week. If resolutions are working for you, keep it up; there's no one-size-fits-all answer to this. If you’re looking for a new approach for 2024, keep

Multi-Family Office References

Multi-Family Office References

In our journey at Total Family Management (TFM), we often encounter a myriad of enriching and enlightening articles, books, and sources. These resources not only deepen our understanding but also guide us in our mission to enhance family dynamics and well-being. Recognizing the value of these materials, we've decided to

Navigating Family Dynamics with Family Coaching: A Deep Dive with Alex Kirby on 'The Truth About Wealth' Podcast

Navigating Family Dynamics with Family Coaching: A Deep Dive with Alex Kirby on 'The Truth About Wealth' Podcast

In a recent illuminating episode of 'The Truth About Wealth' podcast, host John & Michael sat down with Alex Kirby, CEO of Total Family Management (TFM). The engaging conversation centered around the transformative impact of family coaching on wealth management and family well-being. The Role of Family Coaching in Wealth Management

Unleash Fun with TFM's Virtual Family Game Nights!

Unleash Fun with TFM's Virtual Family Game Nights!

Are you ready to add a sprinkle of laughter and a dash of competition to your family gatherings? At Total Family Management (TFM), we know that amidst tackling significant life topics and enhancing social fitness, it's crucial to remember the power of simple fun. That's why we're thrilled to offer

2024 Partner Pricing Update

2024 Partner Pricing Update

At Total Family Management (TFM), we are driven by a core belief: the strength of a family lies in its unity and its ability to navigate life’s complexities together. As we step into 2024, we're excited to announce our new partner pricing updates, reflecting our unwavering commitment to providing

Thanksgiving BINGO?

Thanksgiving BINGO?

Ah, Thanksgiving – a time of gratitude, gourmet gobbling, and... the inevitable launch into politics that sends a shudder around the table. But fear not! This year, every mention of a bill or ballot is just another step towards BINGO victory! 🏆 At TFM, we believe in the power of play to

Silents to Alphas: Making Inter-Generational Chit-Chat

Silents to Alphas: Making Inter-Generational Chit-Chat

Picture a grandparent trying to decode the emoji-filled IG messages from your grandkids, a young parent attempting to decipher if being a sigma is good or bad, or a CEO juggling the workplace vibes of Baby Boomers and Gen Z. It's a generational adventure, and 'Generations' by Dr. Jean Twenge

Exploring the Power of Family Dynamics: Built on Purpose Podcast

In Episode 93 of the Built on Purpose Podcast, Alex Kirby, CEO of Total Family Management (TFM), discusses the importance of family as a unifying entity and shares insights on improving family dynamics. He delves into his journey from business consultant to family coach, the challenges of balancing work and

Transforming Family Dynamics with Common Language

Transforming Family Dynamics with Common Language

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world." - Ludwig Wittgenstein Picture this: a quintessential American scene with parents in the kitchen, yelling toward the adolescents in the other room. The parents are convinced the kids don't listen. The kids are sure their parents don't understand them.

How Our Family Values Are Being Redefined

How Our Family Values Are Being Redefined

Let's delve into some captivating insights from the World Values survey, specifically focusing on what people value when raising children: * Hard Work & Imagination: Journey back to 1990. Only 29% believed that instilling the value of hard work in children was essential. Come 2022, this sentiment has grown to 48%. Similarly,

Financial Planning for Canadian Business Owners, E110. Family Coaching with Alex Kirby: Podcast

Financial Planning for Canadian Business Owners, E110. Family Coaching with Alex Kirby: Podcast

Jason & Alex discuss challenges faced by business owners, especially when it comes to succession planning. TFM offers a straightforward process with a focus on providing ongoing support and flexibility to address family dynamics effectively.

Rediscovering Joy and Connection: Total Family Management’s Favorite Things Workshop

Rediscovering Joy and Connection: Total Family Management’s Favorite Things Workshop

Life can often feel like a relentless march, leaving us little time to savor the things that bring us joy and a sense of self. Our Favorite Things workshop is a welcome pause in this busy journey. It's an opportunity to revisit moments in your life when you felt most

Shaping Your Family Culture: Total Family Management’s Rituals Workshop

Shaping Your Family Culture: Total Family Management’s Rituals Workshop

One remarkable aspect of rituals is their dual nature: they are passed down to us from our ancestors, yet we can transform and shape them for our own families.

The Family Biz Show Ep 76. Total Family Management for the Family Business: Podcast

The Family Biz Show Ep 76. Total Family Management for the Family Business: Podcast

A packed episode with Alex Kirby & Katie Jesionowski of TFM as they discuss the ten domains of wealth, the importance of communication and trust in the family & the truly emotional nature of succession planning.

The Key to Connection is Understanding: Total Family Management's Communication Workshop

The Key to Connection is Understanding: Total Family Management's Communication Workshop

Communication forms the backbone of all successful relationships, and our Communication workshop is the secret ingredient to fostering better connections. At its core, this workshop is all about understanding the unique language of communication, both yours and that of the people closest to you. Do you prefer direct and to-the-point