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COUPLES IN BUSINESS

Cultivating Intimacy while growing a Kingdom Business 

There are no scientific studies that indicate that entrepreneurs have a higher chance of divorce. However, according to Inc Magazine, launching a business can shatter the foundation of a marriage due to increased financial pressures, and the business can often feel like the “other lover,” drawing the attention of the spouse away from their marriage. Moreover, troubled marriages can put even a thriving business at risk. Headlines are full of influential, well-known CEOs facing marital failure.

The global rate of divorce has increased over the years, with over 50% of marriages in the United States ending in divorce. Though most Christians will agree with the biblical stance found in Malachi 2:16, stating God hates divorce, there seems to be no major difference between Christian and non-Christian divorce rates.

“According to various studies, the 4 most common causes of divorce are lack of commitment, infidelity or extramarital affairs, too much conflict and arguing, and lack of physical intimacy. The least common reasons are lack of shared interests and incompatibility between partners."  
Make sure that the business fits in God’s plan for your family, not just one of the spouse.
See the business as a family business, not his or hers, even if one of the spouses is not actively involved.
Have clear rules of engagement between the business and the family.
Have routine meetings to update each other and pray about the business.
Have a clear role for the non-involved spouse, even if it is a passive role.
Identify key activities that the non-involved spouse can be involved in without disrupting the business operation.
Engage the non-involved spouse in some coaching sessions, update each other, and agree on key decisions that will significantly impact the family.
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Here are seven keys to minimizing the risk of divorce in business:

  1. Make sure that the business fits in God’s plan for your family, not just one of the spouse
  2. See the business as a family business, not his or hers, even if one of the spouses is not actively involved.
  3. Have clear rules of engagement between the business and the family
  4. Have routine meetings to update each other and pray about the business
  5. Have a clear role for the non-involved spouse, even if it is a passive role
  6. Identify key activities that the non-involved spouse can be involved in without disrupting the business operation
  7. Engage the non-involved spouse in some coaching sessions, update each other, and agree on key decisions that will significantly impact the family
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Monthly Couples in Business (CIB) Life Group

Join our CIB Life Group, a monthly gathering where entrepreneurial couples can connect, share experiences, and learn within a community that shares your values. This is a wonderful opportunity to build relationships with peers who understand the unique challenges of running a business together.

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Annual Couples in Business Retreat

We are excited to invite you to our exclusive 5-day retreat, held annually at an all-inclusive resort or aboard a cruise. This retreat is an opportunity for couples to unwind, rejuvenate, and engage in learning and networking with other entrepreneurial couples. Please note that this retreat is exclusively for active members of our life group.

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Couples in business

A focused mini-course by Patrice and Gina Tsague designed to enrich your journey as a couple in business.

Tandem

An online self-paced course by Robert and Kay Lee Fukui, based on their book, Tandem: The Married Entrepreneurs’ Guide for Greater Work-Life Balance, which is set to launch soon.

Navigating the Seasons of Marriage While Building a Kingdom Business

Another insightful resource by Patrice and Gina Tsague, set to launch soon.

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Kingdom Business Coaching

Our certified Nehemiah Kingdom Business Coaches specialize in integrating faith with business. They provide guidance through various stages of business development while helping you prioritize your marriage and family. Schedule an initial one-time free 30-minute coaching session with a Nehemiah Kingdom Business Coach.

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