I’m Gilbert. “The Professor” was my father, who taught me about business and life while we worked in our family fruit-and-veg shop. This is where I share those true stories, the lessons I took from them, and a conversation over coffee. If you’re new, you can start with stories such as “They Trusted His Judgement,” “One Bad Potato Should Not Cost You a Good Customer,” and our lessons from the shop floor. I’d love this to be a conversation, so let me ask you: What is one lesson your father, mother or a mentor taught you that you still use today? Tell me in the comments. I’ll read and reply. ☕ — Gilbert