Why and How to Hire Friends
I have some thoughts about the correct way to approach and utilize the skills and resources of friends, relatives, fellow church members, colleagues at school or work, and anyone you have a current connection to in your circle. I think we can all agree on the awkwardness that can creep into a room or onto a text screen or phone call when someone you know asks you for a hookup or to utilize your skill set without properly offering compensation for said service or goods. We’ve likely all been there. Some would say that hiring or doing business with friends or relatives or is just asking for trouble. Of course there are those cases when things go awry because of miscommunication or mismanagement and that really sucks. But personally, I prefer employing friends and those around me when I am in the market to pay someone for something. I feel that if I didn’t already know this electrician or that bookkeeper I’d have to go and Google one or ask for recommendations. Then I’d be s...
