Any suggestions.....
By snoopy04
@snoopy04 (718)
United States
July 16, 2008 5:32pm CST
My husband is wanting to start some work on the side and he was talking to me about having his brother-inlaw help him out. He wants to start small and see what happens as far as if he can turn it in to something bigger. I tried to tell him my concerns on having his brother-inlaw help him but he thinks it just because I am not to fond of his sister. Its not because of his sister its because his brother-in-law is a bum. I kept their little girl for a little while and I know what kind of guy he is. I think she could do better but she stills stays with him. I told him that he would find excuses not to help my husband or wouldnt pull his weight around. He is not motivated and doesnt want to excelle at anything. I would rather have him have one of friends husband help him out then this guy. I feel like he will take advantage of my husband because he is part of the family. My instict or gut says to find someone else and my gut has never been wrong. I always listen to what my instinct and this guy is a user and will use you and then throw you away.
So how would you approach your husband without causing world war 3? I really want to talk about this some but I want my husband to listen to me with a open mind.
What would you guys suggest?
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2 responses
@cobrateacher (8432)
• United States
16 Jul 08
Since he's talking about a start-up to see where it goes, why not suggest that he start out alone, and only share the load (and the profits) if it becomes necessary. At that time, he would need a really business-like contract with his brother-in-law or any other employee, to protect all parties. Be sure to encourage him, and let him know that you think this business will mushroom, so more than one employee will be needed, so it has to be totally business-like from the start.
Good luck! People are touchy about families!
@cobrateacher (8432)
• United States
17 Jul 08
You're most welcome, Snoop. You might also offer to be the bookkeeper, which will prevent a lot of possible foolishness.
Best of luck!
@rsa101 (40966)
• Philippines
17 Jul 08
I think its important to say your piece with him and if he is really that determined to help your BIL then I think just allow him to be. If he fails at least you already told him that. I think you should help him too to monitor the business he is about to start.
