I sat in the Pacific Dining Car in downtown Los Angeles a few mornings ago. It was early, barely dawn, and the place was quiet. Only a few casually dressed patrons here and there. Early risers with sharp minds and busy schedules, eager to get a jump on the Saturday. (The place is open 24/7/365. Breakfast entrees arrive in huge portions, and it’s quiet.)
I sat alone with my thoughts and a Guardian Weekly, nursing a cup of coffee. At the next table, I heard this comment during a conversation: “Some people are adamant about not doing business with friends and family. We only do business with friends and family. That way there’s an understanding beyond the contracts and a sense of purpose beyond profit.”
I thought it was an insightful and revealing comment.
Do you do business with friends and family? Only friends and family?
Let me know.
– BGT
Photo credit: Dominic C. on Yelp
I don’t do business ONLY with friends and family, but I do business with friends and family FIRST, if possible.
Good call, Kathie. Saves a lot of headaches. – BGT
Hi Byron – I NEVER do business with family or friends. And I don’t rent to family or friends. I believe it is best to keep them separate. I value my family & friends and don’t want to lose them quibbling over money or anything else. It’s just not worth it. Great blog post.