24-year-old daughter refuses to refer her lazy older brother to her job despite parents' pressure: '[He] is the most careless person in the world'

When you first start building your career, it can sometimes feel like you need to succeed not just for yourself, but for your family. This is especially true if you come from a background where money's been tight or opportunities have been scarce. I remember when I got my first "real" job after college, my parents were so proud that they started introducing me to their friends and relatives as THE breadwinner. It's a lot to carry on your shoulders, and even more so when your success starts to feel like it comes with strings attached.

For one young woman, what should have been a moment of pride in her newfound independence has turned into a guilt-ridden family feud. After landing a well-paying job through a friend's referral, her parents began pressuring her to return the favor by recommending her older brother. Except this man's never held a steady job and often treats her poorly. Now she's taken to the internet to get its unbiased opinion on the situation at hand.

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ITA for refusing to refer my brother to my workplace even though my parents are upset?

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This is tricky because it's a pretty easy situation to get out of by just saying that you referred him, and he's just not what the company's looking for. Sometimes, however, you have to tell the truth in order to set well-needed boundaries.
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