Tips for Power Couples

An old saying goes, "Behind a good man, there's a good woman." As the number of female executives increases, that statement rings true in reverse. Having two successful people in a relationship comes with a set of unique issues. Power Couples are not your Monday thru Friday, 9am to 5 pm employees. As a result, schedules will often overlap or conflict with one another. Not only do you have to find time to build your business, you have to find time to spend with the one you love.

Successful executives understand that you don't build your business during normal business hours. Breakfast, lunch, and especially dinner are where lasting connections are made. We must attend after hours networking events hosted by the local Chamber of Commerce. You can find us with our existing or potential clients on the golf course, deep sea fishing, or at a professional sporting event. Attending these events is critical to your professional success. They can also be a critical part of a successful Power relationsip.

These tips have been successful for my Power Couples:

1. Develop a weekly calendar and post it somewhere visible in your home. The most common place is the refrigerator or you can send your appointments via Microsoft Outlook. The calendar should list all of your plans for the week. Successful executives must be effective communicators, so be sure to CLEARLY communicate your plans to your partner.
2. When possible, schedule before or after hours events at the same time as your loved one. This isn't terribly difficult. It may just involve moving an appointment up or down 30 minutes.
3. Attend networking events together. Start networking on opposite sides of the room and meet in the middle. Whoever gets the most contacts gets to pick where you have dinner.

BONUS TIP: Get tips from other Power Couples. I've learned there is nothing new under the sun. Someone, somewhere has overcome the same challenges you face right now. Don't re-invent the wheel, learn from those who've come before you. Everyone's situation is unique but you'll find some similarities that you can use for yourself in the future.

Kennedi Taylor Concierges develops personalized strategies for our clients every day. To learn more about how we can bring balance back to your life, visit our website at www.kenneditaylor.com.