When My Family Mocked My Career, They Didn’t Know Who Owned The Company

excitement. It wasn’t enough that she’d landed a coveted position at Maxwell Communications; she’d also landed the heir of the Maxwell name itself.

“Olivia Maxwell,” my mother would repeat sometimes, like the words themselves were a prayer.

I typed a quick reply.

ME: Perfect. I’ll be in by 7:15. Have legal on standby at 8:30. And Marcus?

MARCUS: Yes, boss?continue reading …