Our Relationship ... And Working Together With Extended Family

Many farm/ranch couples and those in business* together must work with each other and with other family members. Often several generations are involved with older parents and younger adult children working together on family farms, usually involving in-laws. Regardless of the relationship, it can be quite stressful to love, live and work with family members. The job and personal life are intertwined and involve large time commitments and expectations. It is a unique challenge for farm/ranch couples to find a balance and learn to work together to make the business with extended family manageable, profitable and enjoyable.

When family members are in business together, skill is needed to communicate plans, expectations and dreams. It helps all family members when effective communication is a cooperative effort.

Most people in business are concerned about providing an income for themselves and their families.