“We’re here to discuss your failing company,” my dad announced in front of everyone. My mom nodded sadly like I was a family embarrassment. I stayed silent—until my sister suddenly gasped, staring at her phone. “Wait… why is your face on Forbes’ ‘30 Under 30’ list?” The room went dead quiet. My dad froze. “What?” I calmly set my glass down and said, “Because that ‘failing’ company… just acquired yours.”
“We’re here to discuss your failing company,” my dad announced in front of everyone. My mom nodded sadly like I…