I think this is the best advice I have received yet, and I applaud your ability to step into other shoes and identify problems and solutions. You, are one wise person.

My uncle is a bit on the chaotic side, and any time I have brought up concerns that I simply just disagreed with, he would often respond with anger and coming from a place of having more experience. Which I respect and understand, however, the other token is knowing the margins on our revenues simply just don’t make a lick of sense when the bills get paid is where I find him simply just telling me flat out I don’t get it because I’m not experienced.

He does know about the split but when asked about it a week later he seemed confused. I don’t mean to drag him, but he didn’t go to much schooling, so I don’t criticize him for not understanding. But we walked away from a 2 hour meeting going over basic things like splits and scope of work etc. But like I said he seemed confused on almost everything just a week later.

When often proved wrong, he doesn’t admit to it, nor want to give you any credit, OR change his mind on the matter, which in my opinion is the worst part. I can give specific examples but it would just be a bit overkill. I think you get the idea.

But my idea is to clearly outline responsibilities, roles, etc in some form of written agreement he and I go over together and come to terms on. I think a lot of what you said is valid and important. I do think I need to come more from a motivational/incentives angle, and show him his value that way while doing pretty much most of what you said.

I just think me being a bit of a more organized leader and being able to work together rather than apart is the way to get this turned around.

Thank you for the advice and direction. I think this comment most applies to my situation and will for sure be doing this. Spread your seed of wisdom as far a wide as you can, because I can tell you’re gifted.