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I have wanted to start my own company ever since I can remember.

My father is an entrepreneur and has started and owned several successful companies over the years. I have to give it to him... He has always be thinking of a way to better his situation, or I should say our families situation.

Now that I am a father myself I want to be able to give my family the security dad gave us. Don't get me wrong here, we don't live in a million dollar home or drive Audi's. The security I am talking about is knowing that if all else fails, I knew my father would work and do whatever it takes for us to make it.

I want to rejuvenate my fathers first endeavor which was a graphic design/ printing company. He merged about 2 years ago with another, bigger commercial printer in Sioux City. I remember when I found out I felt like someone in my family had died. I had more good times with my dad learning about everything, helping him with whatever needed done (most times included sweeping and wet mopping for which I was paid top dollar), and just being there with him.

That is what I want. To be able to work with him again, and hopefully eventually work with my son. The problem is that wanting isn't going to cut it. I need more. I am going to have to ignore the cards I have in my hand and do it...

I'm all in.

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