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Being married to an entrepreneur is kind of like being in a (very costly) club
Your car looks something like this reliable machinery
“Honey, I bought a
domain.
At 3:00 am, your bed is still empty
Your office is … everywhere
Your phone is a tantalizing temptress
Your bank account feels like this
This is lunch
&NOT
OR
INTRODUCING
The Startup Relationship
Survival GuideBY LITTLE OL’ ME
MYTH:
We aren’t compatible any longer
REALITY:
It’s a communication issue
PRACTICE #1:
Speak up … in love
#entrepreneur #marriage tip: Speak up and share your feelings … in love.@LoveAndStartups #PHXstartupweek
MYTH:
Work/life balance is achievable
REALITY:
The balance does not exist in startup life
PRACTICE #2:
Think and plan in terms of seasons
#entrepreneur #marriage tip: Work/life balance won’t happen. Think and plan in terms of seasons.@LoveAndStartups #PHXstartupweek
MYTH:
The less your spouse knows, the better
REALITY:
Entrepreneur spouses want to
know
PRACTICE #3:
State of the startup
#entrepreneur #marriage tip: Share a regular state of the startup meeting to keep your spouse informed.@LoveAndStartups #PHXstartupweek
MYTH:
Separation of home and startup is wise
REALITY:
Your spouse is your most valuable asset
PRACTICE #4:
Treat your spouse like a customer
#entrepreneur #marriage tip: Treat your spouse like a customer who gets your undivided attention.@LoveAndStartups #PHXstartupweek
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