Chapter ten help him develop a plan

prepare a grandson for Financial planning is a good place to start, because our grandson's regular, consistent investments will pay rich dividends for his grandsons’ future.

Let us have some important conversations my grandson


We could talk about helping our grandson plan his vocational future, which is much more than grooming him to become a doctor, mechanic, computer programmer or a musician pro sports Athlete. You want him to have a fulfilling career that pays the bills and contributes to society.

Talk to him about  his relational future—talking about what to look for in a mate, discussing what it takes to make a marriage work, and having regular discussions about how he relates to the opposite sex.



Third, give some thought to supporting the other adults around him in carrying out rites of passage—benchmarks along the way that help signal new levels of maturity and responsibility, and that affirm him as a beloved grandson.

Also, I’d suggest listing some skills, attitudes, and values to instill in your grandson. You might include financial stewardship, the ability to delay gratification, prayer, basic auto maintenance, thankfulness, perseverance, honesty, a work ethic, modesty, or family togetherness. Make a list, and check it from time to time as a reminder. You’ve heard the saying: if you fail to plan, you have planned to fail. 

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