Family Business Problems & Solutions | BCG India Chairman Janmejaya Sinha | Founder’s Office 014

What destroys a ₹1,000 crore family business? Not the market. Not the model. But internal conflict. In this episode of Founder’s Office, Sarthak Ahuja sits down with Janmejaya Sinha, Chairman of BCG India, to explore the hidden fault lines of Indian family-run businesses — from succession struggles and sibling rivalries to the emotional costs of legacy and control. Drawing from decades of advising top industrial families, Mr. Sinha shares real-world frameworks to resolve internal conflict, build governance structures, and balance tradition with professionalism. You’ll learn why some family businesses grow across generations while others implode, how to structure leadership roles, and what it really takes to preserve both wealth and relationships. Whether you’re a founder, heir, investor, or advisor — this episode offers rare and practical insight into the psychology, politics, and strategy behind India’s most powerful business families Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 00:58 - Preparing the Next Generation: Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All 09:46 - Can a Family Constitution Prevent Conflict? 16:13 - Navigating Compensation and Ownership Expectations 26:15 - Challenging Myths Around Professionalism and Family Ownership 32:22 - Raising Disruptors: Freedom, Values & India’s Iconic Family Businesses ----------------------------------- About the Host: Sarthak Ahuja is an Investment Banker, Business Educator, and a Bestselling Author with over 2.5 Million followers across social media. He helps businesses in areas of capital structuring and M&A, and is on the advisory board of a number of startups within India and the Middle East. About the Guest: Dr. Janmejaya Sinha is the Chairman of Boston Consulting Group (BCG) India and a renowned expert in family business governance and conflict resolution. With over two decades at BCG, he has advised leading business families on succession planning, organisational transformation, and strategic growth. A BCG Fellow and member of the Henderson Institute Innovation Sounding Board, Dr. Sinha co-authored Untangling Conflict: An Introspective Guide for Families in Business. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. from Princeton University, and degrees from Cambridge University and St. Stephen’s College, Delhi. Director & Producer: Aditi Randev (  / randev_aditi  ) is a Marketing Consultant with over a decade of experience working in areas of branding and media. She has spent years working with Sony Music as well as Meta, after her formal education in Fashion Communication from NIFT Delhi, and MBA in Marketing from MICA. She is a Director and co-founder of Niamh Ventures Pvt Ltd, where she heads Media and Content (https://www.niamhventures.com). _____________________ Errata: While it is true that the Prime Minister’s relief fund was put together at the urging of JRD Tata with a voluntary contribution from the Group, the amount Janme mentioned of Rs 35 crores may not be accurate. Apologies for the error. ----------------------------------- LEGAL DISCLAIMER: The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only. Views expressed by Sarthak Ahuja, and any other guests are their personal opinions and do not constitute professional advice. © 2025 Niamh Ventures Pvt. Ltd. All Rights Reserved. This video and its content, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, logos, and information, are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. No part of this content may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from Niamh Ventures Pvt. Ltd. BUSINESS ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The information provided does not constitute professional business, financial, legal, or tax advice. Any business decisions and actions taken based on this information are solely your responsibility. Success in business is not guaranteed and depends on various factors including market conditions, execution, and individual circumstances. Past performance and experiences shared by guests do not guarantee future results. Viewers should conduct their own research and consult with qualified professionals before making any business decisions. GUEST STATEMENTS: Opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Niamh Ventures Pvt Ltd or Mr. Sarthak Ahuja. Information shared is based on personal experiences and may not be applicable to all situations. Guest appearances do not constitute endorsement of any specific products, services, or business methods NO LIABILITY: Niamh Ventures Pvt Ltd, Sarthak Ahuja, and all associated parties disclaim any liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of the information presented in this video. By watching this video, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this disclaimer.