So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Dad: Look, Richard, we’ve had this conversation before. You can’t keep coming in late! Richard: I don’t understand why you’re so angry. You know I’m not a “morning person” and I was up with the baby again. It’s hard for me to get up so early […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Jeffrey: Okay, Dad, so he’s your brother. But does that mean we have to put up with inferior work and an erratic schedule that we would never tolerate from anyone else in the business? Henry: I know you’re responsible for our Quality Program, but how can […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Steven: I know your previous experience will be invaluable to us, but I can’t work just when I want to. So is it right for you to be able to? Karen: My life is more complex with two young children and a house to run. But […]
So, You’re in the Family Business…?by Paul Karofsky Ellen (daughter):I’m convinced the economy is starting to rebound, Dad. All the economic indicators seem to be pointing in the right direction. Charlie (son):I agree. Housing starts and sales are up and mortgage rates are even rising a bit. If we don’t open a new location now, […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Sam: Look, Robert, this is getting to be ridiculous. When your oldest daughter wanted to come into the business, I never gave you an argument. She was focused on marketing and we needed her help. But now you want your other two kids to come in […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Mom (upon leaving their attorney’s office): This estate planning is driving me crazy! I know we’re trying to reduce taxes but it’s important to me that we treat all the children fairly. How else can we do that without giving each one an equal interest in […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Mom (upon leaving their attorney’s office): This estate planning is driving me crazy! I know we’re trying to reduce taxes but it’s important to me that we treat all the children fairly. How else can we do that without giving each one an equal interest in […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Dad (speaking about his son and daughter): You’d think Harold would be more responsible. He has always been late and I’m really fed up with it. I swear if he does this one more time, that will be the end. Then he can go out and […]
So, You’re in the Family Business…by Paul Karofsky Andrew (son): Dad, I’ve wanted to talk with you for a while about this, but, uh, it’s not that easy. I’ve been working really hard, putting in long hours, and have been here almost a year, and a lot of others in the company are earning more […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Julie (sister, leaving a family business meeting with her brother): That does it! I am finally convinced that Pop thinks he’s going to live forever. I can’t believe he’s not as concerned about the future as we are. How do we get the message through to […]