In an era where family wealth can span continents and generations, one of the most understated — and often overlooked — challenges is stewardship.
While financial performance will always be essential, stewardship is the mindset that transforms capital into a shared legacy of purpose, responsibility and connection. At its core, it’s about preparing people, not just portfolios.
In an article for ThinkAdvisor, family governance and education advisor Arne Boudewyn writes that families who sustain both wealth and harmony over time approach stewardship as a psychological and relational journey rather than a purely transactional one. They recognize that each generation must build three core capacities: competence, confidence, and connection.