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S Dilemma: I Want My Son To Take Over My Plumbing Business But He Says No

Today's 98.3 TRY Social Dilemma came from John and it's about his business and his son. Here's the email: Hi Jaime. I'm having a real problem. Thirty years ago I started my own plumbing business. It was a tough thing to do, but I did it and it has become very successful. When I had my son 16 years ago, I was so happy knowing he would be taking over the business when the time came. I've spent time teaching him the ropes, and last summer, he even worked for me. But now he's telling me he doesn't want to be a plumber. He said he wants to go to college to become a video game designer. I think that's ridiculous and a waste of money, especially when I can pretty much hand him a very successful career. Also, I feel like he's disrespecting my legacy and life. How do I convince him this is the road for him. Thanks for the help ~ John. Well, I don't think John will be happy with my answer. I think it's great that John started a career he enjoyed and has built it into a successful business. But that doesn't mean it's the life his son wants. And just like John made his decisions about his life, his son gets to do the same. I'm sure it's hard to hear, but that's my take on it. What do you think? Should John's son take over the business and forget about college? Let's help John out and let me know on the TRY Facebook page.

father/son portrait, leaning on mailboxes

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