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Burst Your Tribe Bubble

by Jennie Ormson | Featured Contributor 

Tribe. Tribe. Tribe. Definitely one of the buzzwords of 2016. Your people. Your peeps. Your comrades and cheerleaders. Your tribe is the people who light you up and inspire you. They have your back and support you when you’re high, and pick you up and dust you off when you’re low. They get you.

It’s very tempting to stay ensconced in your tribe, your social sphere, and not venture out into this big wide world. Your posse is familiar, safe, easy. But can it also lead to stagnation? By staying in our safe little bubble are are we limiting opportunities for growth – personal and professional?

As business owners we all have our Achilles heel – the vulnerable or weak spot – the thing that we need to take care of but we’re not really great at. It may be accounting or marketing or follow up. When we face these hurdles we have a choice; we can outsource it or figure it out ourselves. Learn to do your bookkeeping, or hire someone who’s good with numbers. Figure out how to follow up with promising leads, or have a team member who loves that part.

Here’s why I LOVE to get wrapped up in my tribe and not venture beyond it: my Achilles heel is communication. Hang on, a therapist who sucks at communication? How does THAT work? Well, not just any kind of communication. I’m great at delving into grief, and trauma, stuck couples and floundering kids – the ugly, messy, dark parts of life. All of that is very comfortable for me. It’s the surface stuff, the small talk that I used to dread and be dreadful at. It felt superficial and pointless. The nice thing about my tribe is that we know each other so well, we don’t have to waste time chit chatting.

But I’ve learned to do things differently. I got better at small talk that isn’t dull or schmoozy. Last year, I took a chance and stepped beyond the bounds of my tribe (with my fresh attitude, and newly developed small talk skills). I decided to introduce myself to a new group of people at a conference. Internally, there was a whole lot of  groaning and an eye rolling, like a petulant teen being pushed by her parents to apply for a job that she really didn’t want. The voices inside my head battled,

“But do I HAVE to? I don’t wanna!!”

To which I replied (to myself)

“Too bad Missy, put on your red lipstick, find your smile and get out there!”

I did my best to have meaningful conversations that weren’t dark or too deep and the most shocking thing happened: I had a BLAST. I met interesting people, really interesting people. I felt newly inspired and excited. These people were AMAZING. Since then, I’ve stepped out of my tribe time and again, to new conferences, new groups of people, and new events with people who work in different fields or have different interests.

Each time, the payoff has been huge. I get to hear different perspectives and learn new, cool things. I hear about what other people are working on in other areas. It has sparked stimulation, enthusiasm, and a synergy that I never would have discovered if I didn’t burst my tribe bubble and move beyond the safe and familiar into unknown territories. You don’t need to write a Dear John letter or leave your tribe behind. But you can begin exploring further afield, pushing yourself into new, and maybe even uncomfortable events to begin stretching your wings. Be open to what lies outside of the zone of what you already know and whom you already know. Be brave, go forth, and burst your tribe bubble (it will still be a safe haven for you to return to).

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Jennie OrmsonJennie Ormson knows the power of a strong relationship, and the impact of a crummy partnership. As a Relationship Expert, her mission is to empower people with the skills they need to communicate effectively, fight fair, and revive the sparkle. Jennie’s core belief is that there is immense power in being heard and feeling understood. Her gift is helping couples understand what’s going on in their emotional landscape, and how to navigate the peaks and valleys. She’s relatable and practical, helping people to balance speaking up and knowing when to shut up.

For over 20 years as a therapist, Jennie has provided insight, compassion, and the ability to thrive. Her work in Canada, America, Ireland, and the UK has impacted thousands of lives. With three young kids, a booming private practice, an exciting online venture, and a partner of 25 years, Jennie understands the need to juggle it all with grace and humour.

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Relationship ROI by @jennieormson

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Relationship ROI

by Jennie Ormson | Featured Contributor 

Remember that kid in school who’d kiss up to the teacher? Eye roll. Or that kid who’d buddy up to classmates when they were going to throw a party? Gross. We called them users – because they were. They’d use you for a weekend at the cottage, or some time by your swimming pool. They’d want to copy off your homework or leverage some of your street cred without giving a thing back. Take. Take. Take.

It would be great if those behaviours were simply a function of maturity and everyone grew out of them. But sadly, that’s not the case. The process of emerging from my safe little bubble – The Nook, where I offer therapy and entrepreneurial mentoring – to the public world of entrepreneurs has been fascinating. What I’ve noticed is that those kids, the users, are all grown up. But the behaviors have stuck and they’re still motivated by what someone else can provide for them on their way up in business.

The brilliant Irish journalist Nuala O’Faolain titled her memoir “Are You Somebody” – inspired by a real life incident. She was in a pub (of course – she’s Irish) when a woman thought that she recognized her and asked “Are you somebody?”. It’s amusing to see this behaviour manifested in professional settings like conferences or events. People scan the room looking for someone who is ‘somebody’. Someone who is more successful, wealthier, more renowned. Ultimately – someone whose success they can latch onto. Someone who can ‘do something’ for them.

Let’s face it , when we own our own business, we need to be conscious of the bottom line. Or, as my Mastermind Leader, Fay Chapple says, “do the math”. Our financial successes (and failures) are constantly guided by metrics – does the return on investment pay off? Usually we look for a financial payoff – did it make me money, did it grow my list, did it get people out to my event? But when it comes to relationships, we need to consider a different set of metrics. Here’s my top three that help me assess my relationship ROI.

 

ENERGY

We’ve all had the experience of speaking to someone and leaving the conversation feeling absolutely drained and depleted. It can happen as a result of downers complaining and whining or pompous braggers going on ad nauseam about how wonderful they are. No thanks, not interested. Even if you are ‘a somebody’, if you drain my energy I’m not going to seek you out. EVER. Conversely, you also know the feeling of being energized by someone else’s good vibe. They hit the sweet spot of telling you about what they’re up to AND being interested in what you’re all about. BE THIS PERSON!

 

INSPIRATION

It’s easy to be a bit wow’d by the Gary Vs, Brené Browns, Richard Bransons, and Danielle LaPortes. They’ve worked their arses off and achieved great things. But don’t fall under the mistaken assumption that the big names are the only people who are inspiring. Think about it for a second – if they were dull and flat, would you be drawn to them? Doubtful. It’s because they are inspiring – and not just their success. It’s their ideas, their delivery, and charisma that make them inspiring. The people at the top don’t have a monopoly on inspiration. Look for it in the stranger who sits beside you at a conference. Notice the inspiration in your non-celebrity peers and allow yourself to be wow’d by them and their ideas.

 

KNOWLEDGE

Rather than looking for who’s more successful than you, check out the people who are smarter than you. I’m drawn like a moth to a flame to people who are bright, who pick up ideas quickly, and take action on them. I want THOSE people in my tribe. The return on my investment of time and energy in people who are sharp always pays off. As entrepreneurs we can do it alone, but it will take a hell of a lot longer. The knowledge exchange – for platforms, PR, social media, and tech can save you hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars. Invest in relationships with the people who you respect for their knowledge – not their status.

One caution for you: don’t just use these metrics to decide on whom you’re going to invest in. Make sure you’re also offering value in these three areas to others. Give to get. If you can’t give me the time of day when you think I’m nobody, you’ll get nothing from me when you discover I am somebody.

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Jennie OrmsonJennie Ormson knows the power of a strong relationship, and the impact of a crummy partnership. As a Relationship Expert, her mission is to empower people with the skills they need to communicate effectively, fight fair, and revive the sparkle. Jennie’s core belief is that there is immense power in being heard and feeling understood. Her gift is helping couples understand what’s going on in their emotional landscape, and how to navigate the peaks and valleys. She’s relatable and practical, helping people to balance speaking up and knowing when to shut up.

For over 20 years as a therapist, Jennie has provided insight, compassion, and the ability to thrive. Her work in Canada, America, Ireland, and the UK has impacted thousands of lives. With three young kids, a booming private practice, an exciting online venture, and a partner of 25 years, Jennie understands the need to juggle it all with grace and humour.

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The Fraidy Cat Entrepreneur by @jennieormson

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The Fraidy Cat Entrepreneur

by Jennie Ormson | Featured Contributor 

Did you hear about that entrepreneur that couldn’t get past her fear? Ya, neither did I. Because she no longer exists. Fear had her pinned in a chokehold up against the wall and she didn’t fight back. Her dreams died. Her plans fizzled. The energy drained out of her big ideas and she slunk back to the 9-5 utterly defeated and shaken. She left fear behind and wrapped herself in the cocoon of someone else’s corporation, someone else’s dreams, risks, and decision-making.

Being an entrepreneur entails pushing our relationship with ourselves to the very limits and back. Owning your own business will strain you and stretch you and kick up every fear you’ve ever imagined, and many you haven’t.

          Will they like me?

          Will they like my product/service/program?

          Will it float or will it flop?

          What if …?

                    What if…?

                              What if… ?

If I was the sweet, soft, squishy type I’d stroke your head and say “Shhh, shhh, shhh, there there now. Fear is a liar.”. Fortunately I’m not the sweet, soft, squishy type. I’m a realist who’s here to help entrepreneurs grow and push through their limits. Sure, sometimes fear is a liar. Sometimes the thing we stress and struggle over never comes to pass and we’ve wasted a whack load of sleep, energy, and time over nothing.

But sometimes fear IS NOT a liar. Sometimes the things we fear DO come to pass. When we give in to our fear we drop the ideas or drop the ball. Fear can freeze us and convince us that taking that risk is a bad idea. IF we listen to it.

I’ve been circulating in the world of high achievers for close to two decades now, learning what makes them tick and fires them up. I have yet to hear from a successful business owner:

“Every single thing I tried was a massive success. Failure? I can’t think of any.”

One of my favourite topics to discuss with entrepreneurs is the efforts that didn’t work. The bombs. The Bad Ideas. The poorly executed pitches. The flops. The really funny part is that usually they begin their response with a laugh or smile as they go on to recall and recount their tale. But these aren’t tales of woe. These are tales of learning. They didn’t let the failures break them. They learn from it and carry on.

As an adult, after not skating for a decade, I decided to take skating lessons. We were all a bit wobbly on the ice those first few minutes, sticking to the safe strokes and easy glides. On that very first day the instructors did something brilliant: they made us fall. Intentionally. Over and over again. They also taught us how to get back up safely without our feet flying out from under us. This allowed us to try bigger and bolder moves: skating faster, skating backwards, cross overs, crosscuts, turns, and stops. Was I scared? Hell ya. Did I do it anyway? Absolutely.

Now every winter I make the trip to the Rideau Canal in Ottawa, skating for miles on the world’s longest outdoor skating rink with confidence and delight. It was about more than skating. It was about wanting to do something well. Learning something new (or relearning it). Facing the fear. Putting in the hours, risking embarrassment and judgment, and ploughing on ahead. As entrepreneurs, stubbornness is an asset that will offset fear. Learning to fall, on the ice and in business, is absolutely necessary if we want to be successful.

Feel the fear and do it anyway.

Will there be judgment and rejection from some people? Most certainly. Will you survive? Most definitely. You won’t appeal to everyone and that’s just fine. Will some endeavors sink like a stone? Yup. Will you be alright? Sure. Just because some ventures fail, it doesn’t mean YOU are a failure. Don’t catastrophize the losses – learn from them. Sift through the ashes and rubble to figure out what you could have done differently, done better. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and get back out there. Remember why you started.

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Jennie OrmsonJennie Ormson knows the power of a strong relationship, and the impact of a crummy partnership. As a Relationship Expert, her mission is to empower people with the skills they need to communicate effectively, fight fair, and revive the sparkle. Jennie’s core belief is that there is immense power in being heard and feeling understood. Her gift is helping couples understand what’s going on in their emotional landscape, and how to navigate the peaks and valleys. She’s relatable and practical, helping people to balance speaking up and knowing when to shut up.

For over 20 years as a therapist, Jennie has provided insight, compassion, and the ability to thrive. Her work in Canada, America, Ireland, and the UK has impacted thousands of lives. With three young kids, a booming private practice, an exciting online venture, and a partner of 25 years, Jennie understands the need to juggle it all with grace and humour.

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Skip the drama, stay the course by @jennieormson

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Skip The Drama. Stay On Course.

by Jennie Ormson | Featured Contributor 

Wouldn’t it be great if the entrepreneurial world was nothing but feel good vibes, endless encouragement, and above board behavior? It does exist. In abundance. But I’m no Little Miss Sunshine, and I recognize that there’s also a dark little underbelly to the entrepreneurial world. There can be jealousy and malevolence; it can be populated with copycats and slimy snakes.

Some of these unseemly characters may even poke their nose into your social media feeds or attempt to undermine your success with sneaky verbal jabs. They may ambush you with a not so nuanced roundhouse kick to your confidence that leaves you gasping for breath. You feel yourself fume with anger, then sting with hurt, followed by a tailspin into questioning your competence. You can ride that emotional roller coaster unlimited times.

You worry about your credibility and don’t want to let this rotter get away with such atrocious behavior. How DARE they?!! Who do they think they are? Here’s the catch:

The minute you feel yourself on that emotional rollercoaster they’ve got you.

Their tactic worked. Regardless of your outward actions, as soon as you’re distracted from the work at hand, you’ve become ensnared in the drama. So how exactly do you steer clear and remain on the high road?

Tune In

The first step to becoming self-aware is being able to reflect on our state. Tune in physiologically to what’s going on. Sensations like a knot in the stomach, heaviness in the chest, or a clenched jaw are cues that something is ‘off’. Tune in to the mental chatter, notice when you’re distracted from your goal and slipping into the ‘how dare they?!’ mode.

Begin to notice what types of comments or criticisms throw you off your game. Some may hook you, while others you can let slide. The eternal wisdom of G.I. Joe reminds us that knowing is half the battle. Are you taking it personally? Are you getting your knickers in a twist over something legitimate or something preposterous? The quicker you can discern between the two, the quicker you can refocus.

The Beauty of Thick Skin

At the outset of a new business, it is so small that it doesn’t garner much consideration. As your success grows, more people notice you. Being on more radars brings with it the potential for more attention – positive and negative. Haters will hate. People who are jealous of your success may attempt to cut you down to size. Take it as a positive sign that you are now a big enough fish to draw some scrutiny. Responding to every jab, blab, and knock down could become a full-time endeavor. Allowing yourself to become wrapped up in drama or back and forth banter distracts from your task at hand: growing a successful business.

A thick skin is not only a bonus; it’s a requirement if you’re putting yourself out there in any type of public way. Some people appear to be naturally impermeable to criticism. If that’s not you, think of it as a skill to develop. Clients will judge you based on your product, attention to detail, and level of service. Engaging in any type of public sparring match with critics appears unprofessional and hurts your credibility. Conversely, continuing to deliver impeccable service and phenomenal products will draw in the right clients.

The High Road is the Track to Success

The most successful and influential leaders have all had their critics and distractors. Zuckerberg, Sandberg, Branson, and Huffington have all been derided. Yet by and large, they stay the course, take the high road, and remain focused on their goals.

Becoming embroiled in drama can be a great procrastination ploy. It’s juicy, it’s energizing, it’s exciting. It also does nothing to grow your success unless your surname is Trump or Kardashian. Digging in to drama can delay decision-making and Getting On with It. If that’s your goal, fill your boots – but do it with eyes wide open. The more time you spend being defensive, the less time you’re dedicating to growth, both personal and professional.

Skip the drama and get back on track. Take the high road – it’s the only one that will lead you to great achievements.

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Jennie OrmsonJennie Ormson knows the power of a strong relationship, and the impact of a crummy partnership. As a Relationship Expert, her mission is to empower people with the skills they need to communicate effectively, fight fair, and revive the sparkle. Jennie’s core belief is that there is immense power in being heard and feeling understood. Her gift is helping couples understand what’s going on in their emotional landscape, and how to navigate the peaks and valleys. She’s relatable and practical, helping people to balance speaking up and knowing when to shut up.

For over 20 years as a therapist, Jennie has provided insight, compassion, and the ability to thrive. Her work in Canada, America, Ireland, and the UK has impacted thousands of lives. With three young kids, a booming private practice, an exciting online venture, and a partner of 25 years, Jennie understands the need to juggle it all with grace and humour.

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The Comparison Carousel by @jennieormson

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The Comparison Carousel

by Jennie Ormson | Featured Contributor 

Do you remember standing in line as a kid, waiting for your turn on a carousel? As it spins, you try to select the horse you want. Your horse. Finally your moment has come. You race for the turnstile, elbowing other kids out of the way and you nab it. Your Horse. You’re elated – you got the one you wanted! Or… the one you thought you wanted. You look around at the other kids’ horses and compare them to yours. That one has a longer mane. That one has a more sparkly bridle. Before you know it, the ride is over and you didn’t even enjoy it because you were so caught up in wondering if you got The Best Horse.

It would be amazing if we grew out of this futile practice of comparing. Sadly, even as adults, we all have an occasional (or constant) impulse to jump on the comparison carousel again. What in the world would entice anyone to engage in such a useless, futile, waste of time?

It’s a very natural inclination to figure out where we fit in the grand scheme of things. What’s our role in the pecking order? Where’s our place on the ladder of success? How do I stack up in my field? The comparison venues are limitless: in appearance, achievements, parenting, travel, intelligence – you name the topic and I’ll bet you can find an element of comparison in it. Even in business. Who’s more successful? Who has a bigger list and more followers? Did she get a Bigger Break than me? IS she at multiple seven figures?

So what’s the big, hairy problem?

It’s twofold. First of all, climbing onto the comparison carousel is like buckling yourself onto a ride that you can’t control. Your self-esteem goes up, then down, depending on whom you’re comparing yourself too. You’re better than, then you’re less than. Over and over and over again. Not because of what you have or have not created, but based on what others have or have not created.

Secondly, when you’re busy watching other peoples’ success, or lack thereof, you’re not concentering on your own business. It’s a twisted type of self-sabotage and procrastination all rolled into one. It is positively crazy making and gets you no traction whatsoever.

The Fix

I’d never leave you hanging without the good news, the fix, the how to guide. The popular advice of “don’t do it” or “don’t think about it” seldom works. You need some real skills on how to shift into a new way of seeing your ‘competitors’. Let’s get an abundance mindset going on – the idea that there’s enough business and clients and money for ALL of us.

When I opened my first private therapy practice in a small town, one of the other therapists offered to take me for lunch. I admit I was suspicious at first. Was he going to lay down the law and protect his turf? Would he try to intimidate me? Not in the least. He welcomed me to the community with open arms and was very transparent in his conviction that enough people need help that there was plenty of business for both of us. He wanted to know my specialties and preferences. We continue to refer to each other and I have paid it forward encouraging other psychotherapists to open practices. I refer clients to them with gusto.

Be Gracious

Relax, there’ enough business to go around. If you meet someone whose career isn’t going as swimmingly as it could, and you can help out, offer to do it. OFFER, don’t jump in with “you really should…”. The mark of a truly successful entrepreneur is one who enjoys mentoring as much as being mentored. Help a sister out. Give her a leg up. Do what you can to help someone else flourish. Make any connections you can where it won’t even benefit you directly. People will remember your kindness and generosity. Plus, it feels fantastic.

Be Inspired

What about those who are wildly more successful than you? That’s a gift. As the brilliant Canadian entrepreneur, Annette Verschuren, explains in her book Bet On Me,

“I was always looking around me, taking an interest in the people I admired, and dissecting their careers to see how they built their success”

If you feel twinges of jealousy or envy, transform it into inspiration. This is a learning opportunity. Obviously being a copycat is not the goal, and if you are, karma will bite you firmly in the buttocks. Let those more successful motivate you. Learn from them. Let their achievements ignite your drive and determination.

You’re too smart to stay stuck on the comparison carousel. Please exit to the left and get back to work, I can’t wait to see what you create.

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Jennie OrmsonJennie Ormson knows the power of a strong relationship, and the impact of a crummy partnership. As a Relationship Expert, her mission is to empower people with the skills they need to communicate effectively, fight fair, and revive the sparkle. Jennie’s core belief is that there is immense power in being heard and feeling understood. Her gift is helping couples understand what’s going on in their emotional landscape, and how to navigate the peaks and valleys. She’s relatable and practical, helping people to balance speaking up and knowing when to shut up.

For over 20 years as a therapist, Jennie has provided insight, compassion, and the ability to thrive. Her work in Canada, America, Ireland, and the UK has impacted thousands of lives. With three young kids, a booming private practice, an exciting online venture, and a partner of 25 years, Jennie understands the need to juggle it all with grace and humour.

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The Entrepreneurial Divide by @jennieormson

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The Entrepreneurial Divide

by Jennie Ormson | Featured Contributor 

Are you one of those entrepreneurs whose partner has been 110% supportive right from the word ‘go’? Happy to invest whatever it takes in your business to see it thrive? Picking up the slack at home or with the family to dedicate even MORE time to your entrepreneurial goal? If that’s you, there’s no need to read on. Kiss your partner, say ‘thank you’, and go make a coffee or pour a glass of wine to enjoy.

This is for the other women. The women whose partner has struggled to understand the blood sweat and tears that goes into creating a business. Beyond that, they are baffled as to why you would want to dedicate so much blood, sweat, and tears to such a pursuit.

This is a rather embarrassing confession coming from a Couples Therapist, someone who specializes in communication, but it highlights the struggle of the entrepreneurial divide. A few years back my partner, Peter (an architect) pulled yet another all nighter of designing a stunning residence for a client. I casually enquired as to when he thought he would start his own firm. He paused, looked at me with confusion, and said, “Never”. I paused, looked at him with confusion, and said, “huh?!”. He patiently, but firmly explained his reasons: he’s happier designing than selling, he doesn’t want to stress about having to make payroll for employees, he’s risk aversive, he likes the work he’s doing, & his boss is fabulous. Then came the light bulb moment, the statement that woke me up… “Jennie, not everyone wants to be an entrepreneur”.

I’m still a little shocked, but now I see he’s right. In fact, I would hazard to say that most people have no interest in becoming an entrepreneur. Where we see excitement, challenge, and opportunities, non-entrepreneurs see stress, headaches, and risks. I’ve since gone on to work with many couples that cross the entrepreneurial divide: one is and one isn’t. It can cause confusion and misunderstanding, hurt feelings and resentment. But with a little work and some fine-tuning, your relationship can still thrive.

 

Clean Up The Judgement

All successful businesses run more effectively when they’re streamlined and free of clutter. The same goes for your relationship. One of the things you’ll both want to clean up and get rid of is judgement – there’s simply no room for it. In your not-so-great moments it may be tempting to slip into judging your non-entrepreneurial partner as lazy, unmotivated, and lacking drive. Maybe they are – but it has nothing to do with owning their own business. As entrepreneurs we don’t have a monopoly on hard work, slowly climb down from your high horse. Similarly, it would be unfair for your partner to judge you as a workaholic, megalomaniac, or greedy just because you’re driven to have your own business. Check the judgement at the door, there’s no room for it in successful relationships.

 

Refine Communication

When speaking with a colleague, affiliate, or potential client you choose your words carefully and respectfully. There’s a cost if you don’t – business will suffer. Yet often times in our personal relationships we get sloppy and careless with our words. This doesn’t mean you need to labour over every sentence and phrase or walk on eggshells. It does mean you will be thoughtful and considerate of your partner’s views and feelings. Surely you’re familiar with the phrase, “Work smarter, not harder”? In relationships, we don’t necessarily need to communicate more, just more effectively. Which leads us to our next tip…

 

Mind Reading Doesn’t Work

Sure, you may have been with your partner for years (or decades). Maybe sometimes you can tell what one another are thinking. But when it comes to expectations, being direct and making clear requests will hit the target. Being an entrepreneur requires long hours sometimes, like when you’re getting the business off the ground or launching a new program. As a result, you’ll need your partner to pick up some slack at home or with the family. Sure it might not be very sexy or romantic to sit down and discuss the division of labour or childcare, but it can save you weeks of resentment and hurt feelings down the road. Be crystal clear in what you’re asking your partner to do, and be open to hearing what they need from you.

 

It’s absolutely normal for entrepreneurs’ personal relationships to have more career related bumps – and that’s completely all right. With skill and savvy you can make it work. Read that sentence again – SKILL AND SAVVY – not love. This is not about loving each other sufficiency. It’s about thoughtfully developing the skills you need to work through the trials of being an entrepreneur. I know you’re up for the task – after all, we entrepreneurs love a challenge!

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Jennie OrmsonJennie Ormson knows the power of a strong relationship, and the impact of a crummy partnership. As a Relationship Expert, her mission is to empower people with the skills they need to communicate effectively, fight fair, and revive the sparkle. Jennie’s core belief is that there is immense power in being heard and feeling understood. Her gift is helping couples understand what’s going on in their emotional landscape, and how to navigate the peaks and valleys. She’s relatable and practical, helping people to balance speaking up and knowing when to shut up.

For over 20 years as a therapist, Jennie has provided insight, compassion, and the ability to thrive. Her work in Canada, America, Ireland, and the UK has impacted thousands of lives. With three young kids, a booming private practice, an exciting online venture, and a partner of 25 years, Jennie understands the need to juggle it all with grace and humour.

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