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The important role your bedfellow played in your success
Few days ago, I saw an article which is concerned about the role one's bedfellow played in one's business by accident when I surfed on the internet. I think it's so interesting that I just quote some parts of the passage here in hope of having some discussions.
There is an old saying 'behind every good man is a good woman'. In this era of equal rights it could be said that 'behind every good woman is a good man'. Regardless of the gender, it is important to realize the impact that one's spouse has on the success or failure of a business. Many ventures are doomed to failure since the spouse is not as committed to the business as the one working it. This cycle seems to repeat itself over and over without anyone being aware of the true cause.
In simple terms, it takes a lot of effort to make a business successful. The hours that one needs to put in are long, especially at the beginning. Many sacrifices are made including time with the ones we love the most. Many ventures need attention at nights and on the weekends. Depending on the size of the operation, one may need to be in a separate room reading financial statement, doing the books, or preparing sales presentations. The time commitment can put a great strain on any relationship. However, it becomes magnified when the other person is not as equally committed to what is transpiring
The reason the author gave maybe not new. Everybody may have seen it anywhere before, still I totally agree with him. If one has spent him time on work instead of companioning with his wife, the wife may complain all the time. Then the man can't stand any more and had to make choice between his business and his spouse. It's so pitiful.
As a business woman, I have the same dilemma. 5 years ago, I broke up with my boyfriend just on this reason. He said he could not stand me any longer because I just know work, work and work, but even now I can remember how much I loved him. Now I still have no time to fall in love with some body. Instead, I have a little boy who I found on sugarmommymeet.com, or some what, to pamper. Maybe I don't love him but I must admit he is lovely. In my little spare time, he always tries his best to amuse me and erase my loneliness. Yes, I am a sugar mommy. I pay him for his service as pay the waiters. I don't care what others may say. I believe many busy women may understand me. They are just like me, successful but lonely.
