Parting is such sweet sorrow: DHR patio homes, LLC and family firm management

Abstract

“I quit.” Those two little words were dropped like an atomic bomb and seemed to explode across the dinner table at the Davis residence. The meal had not yet been served though everyone was at the table engaged in a lively discussion, which of course included their business, DHR Patio Homes, LLC. Immediately, a hush descended upon the Davis family and their guest, close friend, and business associate, Stephen Hodgetts, as an imaginary mushroom cloud filled the room. No one could move or say a word although numerous glances of varying nature were being exchanged in rapid succession. The somberness of the situation was quickly broken, however, by another barrage of discontent. “I've had it, I quit. Find someone else to act as the contractor for the company.” With those words, RJ Davis quickly vacated the dining room and zoomed upstairs into the Davisesʼ spare garage apartment.

Citation

Sherman, H. and Rowley, D.J. (2006), "Parting is such sweet sorrow: DHR patio homes, LLC and family firm management", New England Journal of Entrepreneurship, Vol. 9 No. 1, pp. 37-42. https://doi.org/10.1108/NEJE-09-01-2006-B003