My nephew's rough start in diesel work shifted my perspective on family shops

I used to believe keeping the trade in the family was always good. My uncle ran a diesel repair business for years. He pushed my nephew into working there right out of high school. The kid struggled with the long hours and complex engine diagnostics. It led to big arguments during holiday dinners, real tension. Seeing him frustrated with fuel injector issues day after day changed my mind. Forcing someone into this life can break family bonds. Let people find their own path, even if it means no one takes over the shop.