So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Martin: I still don’t know what to do. I want to keep both my family and my business intact and I want to be true to myself at the same time. Ellen has worked for me for 15 years. We’ve grown very close. This isn’t just […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Carla (wife): I still don’t understand why your father and your brother earn the same money as you. You’re the president of the company. Your brother certainly doesn’t put in the same hours that you do. And your father has been drawing from the company for […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Stan: You know, Mom, Richard is really unfair. He gives me the worst jobs possible. He says I’m sloppy, and criticizes me in public, and he makes me look bad in front of everyone else. Mom: I don’t know what to tell you, Stanley. He’s your […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Alan (husband): Since all the Company’s stock is still in my name, I think it’s time to revise my will and do some succession planning. I want to know that you will be properly taken care of if anything happens to me. I also want to […]
So, You’re in the Family Business… by Paul Karofsky Attorney: Since we both have the family’s permission to discuss our thoughts about the company, I wanted to share some of my concerns with you. While the current situation appears stable, I am worried about our client’s son and his long term ability to carry on […]
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 […]