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Scholtes Waterservices is a second generation family firm in the Netherlands that specializes in installing and selling waterpipes, primarily for the horticultural industry. In 2008, Rijk Scholtes Jr and his brother, Ben, took over the management of the firm from their father and through a buyout plan gradually assumed ownership. It soon became evident that Rijk Sr, their father, could not let go of the company. This especially affected Rijk Jr, as he worked in the office that was closest to the place where Rijk Sr lived. As a result, the relationship between Rijk Sr and Rijk Jr began to steadily deteriorate. Moreover, Rijk Jr began to feel isolated as the relationship and collaboration between Rijk Sr and Ben was not adversely affected. Instead, the once strong relationship between the brothers began to deteriorate. Rijk Jr is left wondering whether anything can be done to rectify the situation or whether it is time to leave the family firm.