so since many of us are hackers that want to be entrepreneurs we all need to learn how to sell. maybe you could start teaching your kid the art of persuasion a

so since many of us are hackers that want to be entrepreneurs we all need to learn how to sell. maybe you could start teaching your kid the art of persuasion and reasoned argument. don't shoot him down, instead help him actually write a convincing argument for the number, guide him to think about the process of creation and the process of getting stake holders, and evangelists to help carry the idea. At some point he will either learn how to sell ice to eskemos or he will think of a better idea to sell. i do have to admit that i was frustrated with my dad not going through the process with me, as i really just wanted the attention doing something creative and fun, rather than sports, etc.... instead he got me the internet. i say spend time with your kid and help him learn how to develop a pitch.