Couples In Business Together: 5 Things to Consider

Lay The Ground Work Now to Avoid Conflict Later So you’ve decided to start a business with a partner- you want to be copreneurs. You come up with a business plan, set your goals, and work out your physical office space. It’s time to get to work and make your business successful. Now what? Running [...]

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Copreneurs: Stay Aligned With Your Business Goals

It’s not enough to work toward having a successful business. Copreneurs need to be on the same page when it comes to priorities as well. When your goals for the company are in sync, and your path to reach those goals is clear, you build a better foundation. Remember that you’re part of a team and both of you have a role. Avoid overlapping efforts or ignoring something altogether by constantly communicating and clarifying roles.

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Who’s YOUR Business Coach?

The times, they are a changin: five years ago when I decided to become a coach, my friends had no idea what I was talking about. As I went through training at iPEC, I was assured that things would change, and the tipping point would come. Soon people would stop asking “what’s a business coach” and start asking “who’s your business coach?” Well, that time has come. It seems almost counter-intuitive in a recession, but it’s true.

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The Sandwich Generation: Caring for Kids and Aging Parents

I am part of a growing group of people called the Sandwich Generation. What is the Sandwich Generation? According to Wikipedia, the Sandwich Generation is a generation of people who care for their aging parents while supporting their own children. In my case, I have a 6 year old son and parents who are in their late 70′s and early 80′s. The trend will grow because more people are having kids later in life.

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Employees Who Care Are Secret to Success

When you hear the term ‘emotionally connected’ you probably think of personal relationships. You can also be emotionally connected to your work, a goal, or an outcome. Think of how much more productive and harmonious the workplace would be if we could all be emotionally connected to our work. What can small business owners do to create this positive atmosphere? It takes dedication and the rewards are immense in so many ways. If you’re interested in some ways to get your employees emotionally connected, read on…..

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Copreneurs: Partners and Married Couples in Business Together!

Coaching partners, married or otherwise is a unique experience and unlike other client relationships that I have. I found out recently, that there is a term for it: ‘copreneurs.’ We’ve known the term ‘entrepreneur’ for ages, and are getting used to ‘solopreneur.’ When I worked for StomperNet, I coached quite a few copreneurs, and didn’t really think too much about it. I studied couples coaching in my training, but this felt different. Partners in business usually have the social/emotional component, but the business itself puts coaching copreneurs in a league of its own.

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