The Entrepreneur and the Spousal Relationship: Part 2

As an entrepreneur myself, it’s clear to me that in some ways the realities of my chosen career path have magnified and heightened the challenges that are common to all spousal relationships, and in other ways have added completely new dynamics that most other couples can’t directly relate to.

I also know from my first-hand experience that the role of spouse to an entrepreneur or CEO is not an easy one, as they are directly impacted by the emotional high and lows that are typical of the journey: They act as a source of consolation during the bad times, keep us grounded during the good times, and in many cases play a large (though often unnoticed and under-appreciated) role in our ultimate successes and failures.

Today, I attempt to shine a light on the role that spouses play in the entrepreneurial journey from the perspective of both the spouse and the entrepreneur.

To help me do this, I’m joined by Dr. Jennifer Musselman, a globally-recognized Marriage and Family Therapist and Executive Coach for high-performing executives and entrepreneurs. Dr. Musselman’s clinical work focuses on the interplay of work, life, self-identity and marriage, including the common stressors that impact performance and relationship satisfaction for entrepreneurs and other business leaders.

Please enjoy!

The Entrepreneur and the Spousal Relationship: Part 2