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Thriving in Tandem: The podcast for married entrepreneurs

Thriving in Tandem: The podcast for married entrepreneurs

著者： Robert and Kay Lee Fukui: Business and Marriage Coaches
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概要

 Helping married entrepreneurs reach their business goals while living a better-balanced life with their spouse and family The biggest challenge for married entrepreneurs isn't simply succeeding in business, it's succeeding in all areas of life. This show will take you behind closed doors to share with you the real stories, conversations, and hard moments that happen in every married couple's life, especially when it's amplified by the stress of building a business. Join your hosts Robert and Kay Lee Fukui each week as they take you into the boardroom and bedroom where you will hear encouraging stories from married entrepreneurs thriving in tandem. Robert has over 25 years of working with Fortune 100 companies in marketing and sales before developing a consulting business to help privately held, family businesses become more profitable. Kay Lee grew up and worked in her family business and understands the power struggles that can bring. Together they spent two years in relationship counseling BEFORE they got married and have over 17 years of real-life marriage and business experience implementing what they've learned. Stay connected with them on Facebook and Instagram @thrivingintandem or visit them at https://www.marriedentrepreneur.co for some great resources for your marriage and business.2024 i61, inc. マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 経済学
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  • Ep. 245 - Daily Habits Of The Rich and Famous Like LeBron James, Tim Cook, & Sarah Blakely

    Ep. 245 - Daily Habits Of The Rich and Famous Like LeBron James, Tim Cook, & Sarah Blakely
    2026/03/16

    High performers don't succeed because they're rich and famous — they're rich and famous because of their habits. In this episode, we unpack the daily disciplines of leaders like LeBron James, Sarah Blakely, and Tim Cook. While their industries differ, their patterns don't. They prioritize sleep, movement, mental clarity, structured mornings, gratitude, and intentional family time. These aren't luxury routines. They're foundational disciplines that fuel long-term performance.

    What stood out most is that none of them separate professional success from personal well-being. LeBron protects his identity beyond basketball. Sarah Blakely reframes failure and prioritizes playful connection at home. Tim Cook guards his mornings and simplifies his life to protect focus. Their habits are not about hustle — they're about alignment. They win the first hour of the day, rehearse mentally, recover intentionally, and protect their most important relationships.

    For married entrepreneurs, the lesson is clear: success without health or connection is hollow. You don't have to sacrifice your marriage to scale your business. The same structure, boundaries, and intentionality that grow a company can strengthen your home. When your habits support both performance and relationships, you don't just build wealth — you build fulfillment. That's what it means to truly thrive in tandem.

    Key Takeaways

    • Success is built on daily discipline, not income level

    • Win the first hour of your day before the world wins it for you

    • Sleep and recovery are performance multipliers, not weaknesses

    • Daily movement protects long-term energy and mobility

    • Mental rehearsal and journaling create clarity and reduce chaos

    • Gratitude shifts focus from pressure to perspective

    • Normalize failure to remove fear and increase growth

    • Protect family boundaries — achievement and connection must coexist

    • Identity should never be tied solely to your business

    • Thriving in tandem means succeeding at work and at home simultaneously

    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. https://www.thetandembook.com/

    Download the 5 Daily Habits to Thrive in Tandem https://marriedentrepreneur.co/5-daily-habits-download

    Need some insight into how to balance it all? Schedule a free discovery call. https://marriedentrepreneur.co/lets-talk
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    28 分
  • Ep. 244 - 3 Common Reasons Business Struggle

    Ep. 244 - 3 Common Reasons Business Struggle
    2026/03/09
    In this episode of Thriving in Tandem™, Robert and Kay Lee unpack three of the most common reasons businesses struggle — drawn from their own entrepreneurial journey, client experience, and research from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. If you're a married entrepreneur feeling financial pressure or team tension, this conversation will hit home. 1. Cash Flow Problems (Not a Sales Problem) Contrary to popular belief, most struggling businesses don't fail because of poor marketing or low sales. They fail because of cash flow mismanagement. The Chamber of Commerce research highlights: Cash flow issues Lack of capital Poor management Human capital challenges Notice what's missing? Marketing and sales. Profit Doesn't Equal Cash Many business owners rely solely on their Profit & Loss statement. The problem? Most P&Ls are set up on an accrual basis, meaning revenue is recorded when invoiced — not when cash hits your bank account. You might show: $100,000 in revenue $15,000 in profit But still feel broke. Why? Because: Clients haven't paid yet (accounts receivable lag) You're paying down loans or credit cards (liabilities don't show on P&L) Merchant fees and interest are draining cash You're behind on invoicing The Danger of "Let's Just Increase Sales" Growing sales without fixing cash flow can actually accelerate failure. If: You must pay for materials upfront You don't get paid until delivery You rely on lines of credit to float expenses Then doubling sales can double your cash stress. Before scaling, make sure your cash systems can sustain growth. Action Step: Review your P&L, cash flow statement, and balance sheet together — not in isolation. If this isn't your strength, bring in a qualified financial advisor who understands small business cash flow, not just bookkeeping. 2. Lack of Capital (Often a Symptom, Not the Root Cause) Running out of money is usually the result of poor cash flow management. Many businesses don't collapse because demand disappears. They collapse because: They underestimated startup costs They overspent during growth They relied too heavily on debt They didn't manage receivables aggressively At the end of the day, businesses fail when they run out of cash — not necessarily customers. 3. Human Capital Challenges (Hiring, Training, Retention) The third major struggle? People. Common issues include: Difficulty finding quality team members High turnover Weak onboarding Lack of ongoing development Start with Smart Hiring Consider: Contract-to-hire models 90-day trial periods Clear role definitions and performance metrics This reduces risk and gives both sides time to evaluate fit. Training Is Not One-and-Done Initial onboarding isn't enough. The first year is critical. Even experienced hires require: Clear expectations Regular feedback Continued development Intentional culture building Hiring and firing repeatedly is expensive — financially and emotionally. Investing in people development is not optional if you want sustainable growth. The Bigger Picture Most business struggles boil down to: Poor cash flow management Running out of capital Weak people systems And here's the reality for married entrepreneurs: When business stress rises, it spills into your marriage. That's why mastering financial systems and building a healthy team isn't just about profit — it's about protecting your home life. If this episode resonated with you, share it with another married entrepreneur who needs to hear it. 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. https://www.thetandembook.com/ Download the 5 Daily Habits to Thrive in Tandem https://marriedentrepreneur.co/5-daily-habits-download Need some insight into how to balance it all? Schedule a free discovery call. https://marriedentrepreneur.co/lets-talk
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    32 分
  • Ep. 243 - The Real Story Behind Matt Damon's The Informant: A Whistleblower, Prison, and a Marriage That Survived

    Ep. 243 - The Real Story Behind Matt Damon's The Informant: A Whistleblower, Prison, and a Marriage That Survived
    2026/03/02

    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. https://www.thetandembook.com/

    Download the 5 Daily Habits to Thrive in Tandem https://marriedentrepreneur.co/5-daily-habits-download

    Need some insight into how to balance it all? Schedule a free discovery call. https://marriedentrepreneur.co/lets-talk

    In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Robert and Kay Lee sit down with Mark Whitacre and Ginger Whitacre, the real-life couple behind one of the largest whistleblower cases in U.S. history—famously portrayed in the film The Informant!. But this episode goes far beyond headlines and Hollywood. It's a raw look at what happens to a marriage when secrecy, fear, ambition, and integrity collide—and how faith and perseverance can hold a family together when everything else falls apart.

    Ginger opens up about the hidden cost of Mark's three years undercover with the FBI—years she carried alone, unable to ask for prayer or support, living daily with the fear that her husband might not come home. Even prison, she shares, was easier than the silence and isolation of those years. For married entrepreneurs, her story is a sobering reminder: success at any cost eventually sends the bill home. Yet it's also a testimony to resilience, boundaries, and the power of shared purpose when life feels unmanageable.

    Mark reflects on his transformation—from a high-flying executive addicted to money, titles, and approval, to a man who redefined success as significance. Prison became the unlikely place where faith reshaped his identity, restored his marriage, and redirected his leadership. Today, he serves in marketplace ministry while working with Coca-Cola Consolidated, a company once directly impacted by the case. For couples building businesses together, this episode is a masterclass in integrity, redemption, and choosing what matters most—before the cost becomes too high.

    Key Takeaways for Married Entrepreneurs

    • Success without integrity always charges interest. What looks like a "golden handcuff" can quietly imprison your marriage and values.

    • You can't neglect the marriage and expect it to survive the mission. Ginger's role reminds us that teamwork and communication are non-negotiable.

    • Redefine success early. Titles, money, and growth are empty if they cost connection, faith, and family.

    • Hard seasons reveal true leadership. Mark's shift from achievement to service saved both his marriage and his future impact.

    • There is life—and purpose—after failure. Redemption is possible in business, marriage, and calling when humility leads the way.

    👉 Resources: Grab the book Against All Odds, watch the documentary, and share this episode with another married business owner who needs the reminder: it's not just about winning in business—it's about thriving in tandem. https://www.markwhitacre.com/index.html
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    30 分
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