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This podcast is for you, the married entrepreneur who wants to win in marriage and business simultaneously.
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Ep. 214 - 5 Ways to Grow Your Business Without Growing Apart from Your Spouse
In this episode of Thriving in Tandem, Robert and Kay Lee Fukui break down five essential strategies to grow your business without sacrificing your marriage. From setting clear boundaries between work and home to increasing profit margins…
Ep. 213 - Navigating Expectations, Avoiding Burnout, and Finding Peace in Marriage and Business with Kent and Gina Murawski
In this episode, we welcome Kent and Gina Murawski, a dynamic couple with a rich history in both ministry and business. Having led Journey Church in Cambridge, MA, for over a decade, Kent now coaches high-achieving leaders…
Ep. 212 - 7 Health Risks of the Hustle and Grind Mentality (and How to Avoid Them)
Want to live a better balanced life and win in marriage AND business at the same time? Purchase our (audio) book Tandem: The married entrepreneurs’ guide for greater work-life balance…
Ep. 211 - Having Fun Working With Your Spouse with Evan and Susan Money
Join Robert and Kay Lee Fukui as they sit down with Evan and Susan Money for a lively and insightful conversation about balancing marriage and entrepreneurship. The couples dive into the unique challenges…
Ep. 210 - Practical Guide To Make Your Big Dreams a Reality
Many entrepreneurs and couples dream big but struggle to turn their visions into reality. In this episode, Robert and Kay Lee Fukui share their personal journey of setting and achieving long-term goals…
Ep. 209 - Money Matters: How to Stop Financial Fights and Strengthen Your Marriage with Deb Meyer
Money is one of the top sources of conflict in marriage. From debates over spending and saving to disagreements about investing and earning, financial differences can strain even the strongest relationships…
Ep. 208 - Guaranteed Way To Know What’s Most Important In Life
We often talk about priorities and what truly matters beyond the demands of business, but last week, we faced a real-life test of those values. In this episode, we recount the moment our condo fire alarm blared in the middle of the largest firestorm Southern California has ever seen…
Ep. 207 - 5 Daily Habits to Create Work-Life Balance for Busy Entrepreneurs
Work-life balance is something many of us desire but often struggle to achieve. Over time, many have resigned themselves to the busyness of life, accepting it as the norm. However, the truth is, while work-life balance is simple to define, it can be mentally and emotionally challenging to implement.
Ep. 206 - 5 Common Business Mistakes: That’s Killing Growth and Forcing You to Work Harder
In this episode, Robert and Kay Lee Fukui discuss five common business mistakes that hinder growth and profitability while affecting work-life balance. They emphasize the importance of focusing on profit margins rather than just sales volume…
Ep. 205 - Warning Signs For Your Marriage and Business
In this episode, we discuss how entrepreneurs can often become so focused on their business that they miss the warning signs that both their marriage and business may be at risk. It's crucial to address small issues in your relationship early on before they grow into larger problems that are harder to fix.
Ep. 204 - Overcoming Alcohol, Drugs, and Suicide To Becoming An Entrepreneur Couple with Darryll and Brittany Stinson
Life can be a roller coaster ride with many highs and lows. Both Darryll and Brittany Stinson share their stories of successes and challenges growing up, marrying each other, building an amazing business, and raising four kids.
Ep. 203 - The Business Benefits of Procrastination
Procrastination can have benefits in business if reframed and used strategically. It is often driven by fear of failure or the desire for perfection. However, when we finally take action, we often realize that the process wasn't as bad as we imagined.
Ep. 202 - Keys To Becoming A High-Performance Entrepreneur with Justin Roethlingshoefer and Alyse Gaulin
Today, we will dive into the keys to becoming a high-performance leader at home and in your business. It’s all about taking control of your health that will make you perform better, think better, sell better, and lead better. Who doesn’t want that?
Ep. 201 - Work-Life Balance for Married Business Owners
When it comes to the inability to create work-life balance for many married business owners, there are issues common to most. The good news is that there are common solutions as well. These solutions don’t come from us solely…
Ep.200 - A Wife and Mother's Tale of Business, Breakdowns, and Rebuilding with Tamra Andress
Imagine returning home after a hectic day at work, eagerly anticipating the warm embrace of your little girl, only to find her turning towards your spouse instead – a moment Tamra Andress vividly describes as her 'Tombstone moment.' It's a heart-wrenching realization that strikes at the core of one's identity.
Ep. 199 - Business Achievements Won’t Make You Happy
In this episode, we’re cutting through the noise and getting real. No matter how successful your business becomes, it won't guarantee happiness. It won’t make your spouse love you more, improve your kids' behavior, or earn you genuine admiration.
Ep. 198 - Become Better Business Partners With Your Spouse with Troy and Shantel Brooks
Whether you work with your spouse, are considering working with your spouse, or are saying to yourself “never” this episode is for you. Knowing how to recognize and utilize your spouse's gifts, talents, and abilities will help your business and enrich your marriage.
Ep. 197 - Why Business is Easier than Marriage
Is it just me, or is building a business easier than growing your marriage? Let’s put it this way: Are you more inclined to attend a business seminar or a marriage workshop? Would you rather see a marriage counselor or hire a business consultant?
Ep. 196 - On Track To Top Gun with John Ramstead
What if you achieved your dream of becoming something like a fighter pilot? What boy doesn’t? Then you achieve your BHAG of being accepted into Top Gun school. But in an instant the dream turned reality comes crashing down. Not only are you not able to enter Top Gun school training but ultimately, the Navy kicks you out because of your handicap.
Ep. 195 - Compromise Is Not Healthy For Your Marriage
One of the most popular keys to a successful marriage is “compromise.” In our experience that is one of the most destructive methods in a marriage. The word compromise means “accepting a standard lower than is desirable.” Is that what you want for your marriage? I would think not but that is how many deal with disagreements.
Podcast Hosts
Robert and Kay Lee Fukui
Hosts
Meet your podcast hosts Robert and Kay Lee. Robert has spent 25 years in marketing and sales for several Fortune 100 companies and Kay Lee grew up in a family business. While they come from two distinctly different business backgrounds they understand the unique challenges all business owners face regardless of its size. They are also dedicated to helping married couples in business build a thriving marriage and prosperous business.