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