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 […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Mother: Jon, we’ve given this lots of thought, and your Dad and I are really hoping that you’ll join your sister, Jackie, and us in the family business. Father: This is one of my greatest dreams come true! And I’m sure you’re as excited as I […]
So, You’re in the Family Business…?by Paul Karofsky Ben (father): You kids are going to analyze the future to death. I say, “You see an opportunity, you go for it.” I don’t have to check with a hundred other people. Fred (son): But, Dad, it’s more complex today. We’ve got to look at the numbers, […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Father: Rick, I thought this project was going to be completed yesterday. Son: Well, Dad, I tried to, but there were just so many things going on. Father: I understand there are lots of things going on, but you’ve got to get this done. Son: I’m […]