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Relationship, Business growth

What to do when you work with your Partner?

In the fast-paced world we live in, the lines between our personal and professional lives are often blurred. Many couples find themselves working together, either as business partners or within the same organization. While this arrangement can be incredibly rewarding, it also comes with its unique set of challenges, not least of which is dealing with differences of opinion and the occasional disagreement. In these situations, it is vital to draw inspiration from the timeless story of the two monks and understand the power of letting go.

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Business growth

What makes a successful business?

Running a family business as a couple can be uniquely rewarding, blending personal and professional aspirations into a shared venture. This synergy of personal and professional life demands a special kind of dedication and understanding. A successful family business thrives on the foundation of trust and mutual respect, where both partners contribute their strengths and support each other’s weaknesses, but more on that later.

Relationship, Relationship Dynamics

Why did you decide to go into business together?

Some couples say to me “I could never work with my spouse”, we would kill each other”. Yet over 80% of UK small to medium-sized businesses are family-owned, and most involve both life partners working together. For some, it may have been a deliberate choice to take a skill and work for yourself, rather than have a boss. Alternatively, redundancy, corporate bureaucracy or forced location moves are just a few reasons why people decide to start their own businesses.

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Relationship Dynamics, Uncategorized

What is the most important relationship “secret” you have learned

The Art of Balancing Roles

In the journey of managing a business together as life partners, the most profound secret we’ve discovered is the art of balancing our roles. This doesn’t just mean dividing tasks in the business but also understanding when to be a business partner and when to be a life partner. For instance, consider the story of Alex and Jordan, who run a successful café. They have a golden rule: “At work, we are co-founders; at home, we are life partners.” This simple mantra helps them switch roles seamlessly, ensuring that work disputes don’t spill into their personal life and vice versa.

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