In this day of work-from-home technology-infused business opportunities, we’re all in the same boat. No one (that I know of) addresses the problem of what to do at the end of the day when you feel terrible from sitting and staring all day long. If typing burned calories, I’d be 20 pounds lighter rather than my spread a couple inches wider. Over the years, I’ve come up with a couple ways to avoid this unwanted side affect from too much technology:

1. Create a reminder or an appointment to get up and walk around. Sad but true, we now have to purposely schedule this kind of time into our calendars. At least I haven’t had to schedule in bathroom time…yet!
2. Pace while you’re on the phone. If you’re lucky enough to have contact with the outside world, even if by phone, then get moving while you’re talking! Invest in a hands-free headset for your phone so you can take your talk time as walk time too.
3. Splurge on a Treadmill Desk. That’s right – someone (A doctor at the Mayo Clinic!) invented a desk that is integrated with a treadmill. If you can afford the cool $6,500 for it, go for it and let me know how it works for you. I tried one at a conference recently and although it only goes up to 2 mph (I guess that’s all you can do and accurately type at the same time), over an 8 hour day they say you can burn an average of 100 extra calories per hour. The nice part is, there is a version that you can rotate so you can also sit down when you want to. Costs more, it’s less effective, but I guess if you’re a true couch potato you’ll need that out.
4. Just say no. Take a day or at least an afternoon of unplugged time. Pretend that your internet is out (OK you guys, stop hyperventilating!). Really…what’s the worst that can happen? You can take a walk through the woods or have lunch with a friend. Find a reason to step away from the screen and no one will get hurt.

I am curious – does anyone else have this problem? I am SURE it isn’t just entrepreneurs that experience this and I know I’m not the only one. What do you do to either avoid or get over your Technology Hang-Over?

Julie Lenzer Kirk is a serial entrepreneur, author, and mom. She is the founder of Path Forward International, which provides companies and individuals a “Boot in the Butt(TM)” to launch new ideas, grow existing ventures, find their work/life balance and fine tune their leadership skills. Her book, “The ParentPreneur Edge: What Parenting Teaches About Building a Successful Business” (Wiley) is available online wherever books are sold.

Part VI – Sharing the Journey

In part V, I set the stage for the key piece: Us. Although success is a personal concept, sharing the journey is what we’re all about.

Each day is a new beginning.

A fresh start toward that which you desire. If you view your life as a journey unfolding before you, where you are at right now, in this moment, is simply that – the point you are at.

It is the point that you will be moving forward from, toward that which you desire. It does not matter how you got to this point, nor does it matter whether you like being at this point – it’s just a starting point.

The journey is, of course, your life. Your business, relationships, etc. are the components that comprise your life. When you shift your focus to the life you want to be living, and away from any of the individual components, you allow yourself to be in a different space, and more in tune with the opportunities that are available to you.

The single most important aspect of your life is how you are showing up and who you are being. The same is true for your significant other. When you are both being your true authentic selves, you are optimally positioned for that which you both desire to come about.

Regardless of whether your other half is at the same point as you, it is imperative that you be fully yourself. This is the key to everything that you desire in your life.

As you focus on the life that you want to be living, both your personal life and your life together, you will be establishing the direction for the next part of your journey to unfold.

While it is a fact that you have no power over other people, having clarity on your purpose will help create the space that you want your partner to share with you.

It is, of course, not just about what you want. Your significant other’s goals, dreams, passions, etc. are an essential part of the mix.

Your shared life together is like a large paint-by-numbers canvas. There are some colors that you hold, some that he holds and there are some that you both hold together.

The only way to complete the painting is for you both to do your individual parts, and then paint the rest together.

As you are fully being you in the moment – and allowing your partner to be fully themselves, you are able to fully enjoy this space together. Although you are on a journey, it is not so much about the destination as it is the journey itself. After all, if you are really not enjoying the trip, how will you enjoy where you are going to?

As you are unique, individual, powerful beings, you both will – and should – continue to expand in your personal experience. If you maintain the importance of ‘us’ – your shared space together, you will find your relationship evolves and expands in conjunction with your personal awareness.

When you allow your focus to shift away from your relationship, you can easily find yourself in a space where you aren’t connected to each other. At which point, you must then focus on reestablishing the connection.

Continuing our journey analogy, it is akin to you both taking separate paths when the road forks and then needing to back up to meet each other again. When you are talking about your life, backing up is not always an easy thing to do.

It is so much easier to maintain your focus on all aspects of the life that you want and then allow the journey to bring you to all that you desire.

In summary: The journey is your life. Yours and your shared life together. It is all about living the life that you want to be living. If you are not in that space, then something needs to shift. Remember always that the place to look for your answers is within you, for that is the only place where you have any power to change.

If this series of articles has connected with you, and you would like to learn more about how my coaching can guide you in making the shifts you seek, please contact me for more information on the various coaching programs I have available for you and your significant other.

Living the best life possible is your birthright. Why settle for less?

Mark Semple is a Certified Comprehensive Coach and the 2007 International Coach of the Year. Most importantly, Mark is the dedicated supporter of his wife in her business. For Mark’s insights on gaining the support of your partner, and on Success Together, visit: www.successfultogethercoaching.com

In part IV, I shared on how YOU could be impeding the very support that you want. Now, it is time to move forward to gaining the support that you desire and deserve …

It is a given that success is an inside job. And, that your success is not contingent upon what anyone else says, thinks, does or doesn’t do. Including your significant other.

Having the support of your partner is thus not a need-based entity, it’s from your desire to do something meaningful together and share the journey. Per my mantra: To put the ‘us’ in business.

Yes, it is imperative that you have clear, specific goals and a vision for the life that you want to be living. How do you share that with your partner and give them a picture that they don’t see themselves in?

Basically, talk in terms of us at every opportunity. It is our business; we are accomplishing x, and so on.

Speaking in this fashion sends a clear signal that you see him as an active participant in all key phases of your life, your business and, most importantly – your relationship.

Should you practice this even though your partner may not have the desire to participate yet? Absolutely. Just as you don’t wait for results to feel successful, don’t wait for anything to be successful together.

Your vision for the life you want to together is just as crucial as your vision for the success of your business. Granted, it does add an extra dimension as your significant other has an active role in your relationship and is thus outside of your direct control.

And, that is okay. Your sole responsibility is to show up as the authentic you. Doing so positions you to be the most effective in any aspect of your life or business.

When you do approach your partner for interaction or conversation, would you rather show up as the fun, bubbly, passionate person that you truly are? Or as anything else, which is essentially not you?

In a previous post, I wrote about the importance of making your business appealing. Nobody will be enthused for too long doing something that is not fulfilling or enjoyable. Any time that you get to spend together on your business is that most precious of time – time together. Yes, you may have some important topics to discuss, like money or priorities. Why not do it in a way that is upbeat, positive and ties in with the amazing future that is unfolding for you both?

Life is, of course, life and things can & will happen that may feel less than optimal at the time. The better space you are both in personally and jointly, the easier it will be to ease through the rough spots.

Has there been anything yet in your life together that you have not made it through?

Just as a sports team wins by each player focusing on doing his role, you & your partner will achieve that which you desire by doing your respective roles. Most couples have separated out chores and responsibilities in a way that is fulfilling to them, and then they simply do their part.

It is valuable to remember that, for a man, doing the best job he can with his responsibilities is one of the deepest ways that he shows commitment for you and your family. It is the things that we do individually that help make the things we do together possible.

Some folks think that we shouldn’t make a big deal of it when someone does something they are supposed to do. I beg to differ. Everyone likes to feel appreciated for what they are doing and the contribution that they are making.

If you get an opportunity to express appreciation to your mate for the things he does that make your life together the amazing experience it is, take it.

Notice how you once again make it about us? And what does a man want to do when he feels appreciated for something? That’s right – he wants to do more.
Once again, this is not about being needy – if a person actually needs compliments and praise in order to feel worthy, that is not a healthy space.

It is simply about expressing your appreciation for that which the most important person in your life does.

In summary: It really is all about us. You do what you need to do individually and you share regularly on what great things you have in your life today – and what amazing things are in your future. The future that you will create – together.

Mark Semple is a Certified Comprehensive Coach and the 2007 International Coach of the Year. Most importantly, Mark is the dedicated supporter of his wife in her business. For Mark’s insights on gaining the support of your partner, and on Success Together, visit: www.successfultogethercoaching.com

Intuitively, the idea to set aside time for personal development seems like it’s diverting essential time from the business, but in reality, the commitment helps you perform at peak performance over the long haul.

Your health improves with exercise and good nutrition. Your body responds to stress and heavy demands with more energy and mental awareness. A fitness plan, similar to the structure of a business plan, paves the direction for well-being from present through the future–an important element of maintaining business operations at full capacity.

The Need for a Personalized Plan

A personal approach defines the success of your endeavor to a healthy lifestyle. The fitness plan is as simple or elaborate as you are comfortable sustaining.

How did you tackle the creation of the business plan? Was it an enjoyable challenge to perfectly align all the elements to the type of business you established?

Did yours look more like an outline with less detail?

Have you started your business and fill in details as you are faced with the issues in running your business?

A working fitness plan matches your style. Don’t worry about how everyone else is doing it.

How a Business Plan translates into a Fitness Plan Blueprint

The U.S. Small Business Administration is an excellent resource for developing a business plan. Using the Write a Business Plan, I briefly redefine the elements to help you visualize the creation of a fitness plan.

1. Cover Sheet = Be creative, have fun or go with basic details. Present your Plan with a picture of You and your fitness start date.

2. Statement of Purpose = Why seek a healthier lifestyle? What is the big picture perspective? Think of this as the mission statement for a healthy lifestyle.

3. Table of Contents = For easy navigation through your fitness plan.

4. The Business = The meat of your fitness plan.

a. Description: What is your fitness level? Through assessments of cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and nutrition, this is where you define your current status.

b. Marketing: This is your sells pitch to achieving well-being. The Motivating Factors that keep you going when the initial enthusiasm wears off and life challenges good intentions.

c. Competition: What drives you to succeed? A race? Adding a minute to a walk? Set competitive marks for yourself if you’re not anxious about facing other people. Competition in fitness is defined by your personality and goals.

d. Operating Procedures: The details of your exercise routines and nutritional choices. Defining time constraints and priorities. Determining what equipment to use and where to workout.

e. Personnel: From the management team to your support system of family and friends, the combination of people you bring together to help you succeed will enhance the success of your fitness program. The management team can be one or many people from a life coach, trainers to nutritionists if there is an area you are extremely weak in managing yourself.

f. Insurance: The realities of our current health system require a clear understanding of the available health care insurance options, life and long-term insurance plans. What requirements help drop the expenses of carrying health insurance. Weight, smoking and various health factors play a larger role in premiums.

5. Finances = Taken literally and figuratively, the numbers for your fitness plan play a role in how you proceed. What do you need to pay out to achieve wellness. What are wants and what can be trimmed from the budget.

From medical bills to exercise equipment, gym memberships and various pre-designed plans, what are the expenses of achieving success that is within your budget and temperament.

The science associated with your body creates a database of numbers worth noting. Cholesterol levels, glucose, heart rate, blood pressure, body measurements, weight, measurements of flexibility, cardiovascular capability, strength thresholds and nutritional needs defined by grams and calories are important to understand in order to develop a healthy lifestyle. Here are a few ways to translate fitness numbers into business style worksheets:

• Lifestyle adjustment projections: Include all health numbers that benefit from exercise and proper nutrition.
• Expense Sheet: Prioritize medical expenses, but include all expenses associated with achieving a healthy lifestyle.
• Balanced Fitness Sheet: Covers the flexibility, cardiovascular, strength and nutritional numbers of current lifestyle with progression.
• Equipment and Supply List: The list of equipment at your disposal.
• Fitness Projections: Working goals list. Based on progress and past performance, the projections allow you to plan long range.
• Exercise Flow Sheets: The way you’re most comfortable documenting your daily efforts. This can be in the form of a journal, simple check sheet, or detailed listing of exercises or food intake. The level of documentation is based on what you will consistently maintain.

6. Supporting Documents = Contains what works or doesn’t for your lifestyle and business.

Just as a business plan grows, your fitness plan is a living document open to adjustments as your health needs change. The health of the business is dependent on your health. The intangible and tangible benefits are unquestionable. Are you ready to prioritize and plan your healthy lifestyle?

Where would you like to begin? I am open to suggestions and ideas to coach, teach and be your virtual conscious in developing a healthy lifestyle.

Have you drank your water? Have you enjoyed your Fitness Chocolate today? Go ahead. We’ll still be here as well as the business! Take the time to nurture your body, mind, and spirit.

Cindy Posey, CI-CPT, is a physical trainer and author of Go Workout Mom, a blog designed to motivate moms to prioritize physical fitness. She is married to a wonderful man with two toddlers serving as her inspiration. She juggles life, tutoring, mystery shopping and a part time personal training job at a gym near home. For a dose of motivation, check out her Motivator Newsletter and free Mom’s Journal in Fitness to begin your journey in fitness.

In part III, I emphasized how your business must be appealing to your other half for him to want to be an active part. So, now he is interested … What happens next is up to you.

The paradox of gaining support from your significant other is that you really don’t need it. Like many women, you have stepped into the world of the entrepreneur and you are realizing the unlimited power & potential you hold.

It is a given, and one of my foundation principles, that no woman actually needs a man in order to be successful. (You will hear me repeat this many times – it is that important).

As your journey unfolds and you meet & interact with an increasing number of inspiring, empowered people, you find yourself growing in your power, confidence, abilities and capability.

And, the more you experience, the more you want to share it with the most important person in your life.

How does he fit in with new, powerful you? Unless he is sharing the journey with you, he is seeing you transform before his eyes into an amazing person he never knew existed. Probably a person YOU never knew existed.

I have the ultimate respect for women and their power & capabilities. Most of my inspiration and mentors are powerful women.

Thus, it is my belief that a woman can be fully in her power and still be the lady in her knight’s life. Granted, this may seem a little fairy tale-ish, or chauvinistic, but I believe it to be the truth.

It is empowering to a man to feel like they are needed and can be of service. Note that this doesn’t make you needy. It means that you are truly in your power and are willing to take advantage of the support that is available to you to best accomplish that which is most important to you.

This now puts the ball in your court.

You know that you must own your own success, appreciate that which you do have, and make your business appealing to your partner.

The quickest way to lose their interest is to not give them an opportunity to participate and support you.

Many powerful women are high-energy self-starters. They just get up and get going. They know what they want and are clear on their action plan for the day.

What happens if your other half is not in the loop? He won’t have any idea of what is going on in your world, where you’re at, where you’re going or what you need.

Of course, he would be not too smart to just sit around waiting for you to tell him something. He will probably just get on with his business or job, or any other task that needs to be done.

Remember that he is interested. Primarily interested in being of service to the most important person in his life. You.

Once again, it’s not about your business, it’s about your relationship. It is an opportunity to connect, to share and to do something together.

And your opportunity is to take a step back and look for ways that you can be supported. If nothing comes to mind, that is okay. He is not a little kid – you don’t have to come up with something for him to do, just to keep him content.

Are there things around the house that he could do that would assist you in focusing on your business? Are there any errands that he could do to optimize your schedule.

If you really want to give him something fun to do, tell him that you want to spend some time with him tonight and you would love for him to come up with a surprise.

Being supportable simply means that you are open to providing opportunities to be supported and that you are open to receiving.

Dong do clearly defines your business as an ‘us’ thing and something that he is welcome to participate in.

There is, of course, nothing wrong with wanting to achieve something by yourself. Just let him know what your intention is. And know that even the act of him being out of your space while you do what you need, is supporting you.

In summary: Gaining the support you desire requires that you be support-able, and open to both providing opportunities & receiving support. It is a wonderful thing to grow in your power & success, just remember that there has to be balance. Balance your strength & power with the other gifts & qualities that define the unique woman that you are.

Mark Semple is a Certified Comprehensive Coach and the 2007 International Coach of the Year. Most importantly, Mark is the dedicated supporter of his wife in her business. For Mark’s insights on gaining the support of your partner, and on Success Together, visit: www.successfultogethercoaching.info

In part II of this series, we defined the importance of coming from a place of appreciation for that which your other half does contribute to your life and your business.
Growing your business essentially has one core activity: To attract people. Whether it is to experience your products / services, or to join your organization, you are interacting with people and the image you present will be crucial to your success.

The first thing that people will notice is you. Your energy, your persona, and your passion for what you are doing. If you are clearly enjoying the space you are in, others will want to feel the same way, and will be attracted to learning from you.

It is pretty obvious that you must present yourself and your business as described above to actually stay in business. How do you present it on the home front?

Your home is that special place where you can be yourself. You can have some downtime, some ‘you’ time and simply enjoy just being in your space. You don’t have to be dressed up, made up or have your business face on all the time.

And, that is perfectly okay. Nobody likes to be working all the time, no matter how much you love what you do.

Be careful how you represent your business when you are home. Remember that your intention is to gain the support of your significant other in your business. It must be appealing to him as well.

A friend of mine once said “Your first sale must be made at home.” How true that is.

Just as in all other aspects of life, there will be some times when things don’t go as well as you would like for them to. If you come home after a long evening at a show that did not go very well, and you vent & share all your frustrations with your partner, what message is he hearing?

There are 2 significant things. One is that the most important person in his life is not in a good space, and he will assume the Mr. Fixit role, offering well-intentioned advice that is exactly what you don’t want to hear. The second is that this business stuff is clearly not very much fun. And, although he wants to see you in a happy space, his desire to be a part of your business has diminished.

This doesn’t mean that you have to pretend that you’re not feeling the way that you do. That is not being authentic, and is not being in your power. It is an opportunity to look beyond the current experience, and tap into your vision of the future that awaits you.

You can share the facts about your evening with your other half, just be careful to frame them in a positive way and ensure that your overall passion for your venture is clearly apparent.

You’ve heard that song “Girls just want to have fun”? Well, guess what? So do guys. If you really want to gain – and keep – a man’s interest in well, anything, it must be interesting and it must be fun.

Any time he spends with you in your business is precious time together and can be an opportunity to enjoy together. After all, it is all about ‘us’. What can you do to ensure any time you spend together has that ‘us’ experience?

As you look at it from this perspective, it becomes apparent that it is not really about your business at all. It is more about your relationship and the quality time that you spend together.

When your husband realizes that being with you in your business is as much fun as being with you overall, supporting you and participating in your venture will be so much more appealing to him.

In summary: Remember always that your partner will see & hear that which you convey. Present the image of your business that you want him to see – and that you are having fun doing it.
Mark Semple is a Certified Comprehensive Coach and the 2007 International Coach of the Year. Most importantly, Mark is the dedicated supporter of his wife in her business. For Mark’s insights on gaining the support of your partner, and on Success Together, visit: www.successfultogethercoaching.info

We’ve all enjoyed Julie’s previous posts here & here, and its with great pleasure that I introduce her as a regular contributor to “Home Office” as her primary area of expertise with us…though she can speak with much authority on all aspects of entrepreneurialism (especially being Parentpreneurs) I value her tips and experience and always empowered by her contributions. Hope you enjoy and welcome her as well. Please keep the dialogue alive!

When I started my first business out of my home it took me a good 9 months to get used to it. Where was the water cooler? Oh, yea, it’s my faucet. Who wants to go grab a bite for lunch? No one’s there. There were certain adjustments I had to make. There were also challenges and temptations I had to learn to overcome. Should I be cleaning the house while I’m home? What about that treadmill? It took me a while, but I finally figured out how to make it all work.

Fast forward 13 years, 2 companies, and several offices-outside-the-home later and I am back working from my home office. This time, I’m taking to heart the lessons I learned the about how to overcome the temptations and challenges of working from home:

1. Keeping your priorities straight. My first office was in my basement staring directly at the washing machine. It took me several months to get over the draw I felt to get laundry done while I was working. Because I was new at this self-employment thing, I was not yet able to prioritize myself between home and work. They seemed intertwined and I felt pulled between the two. I had two separate lists – one personal and one business – each prioritized individually. Now I’ve learned to combine my list into one Master List with both personal and business items on it. THEN I prioritize the resultant list and find I am able to get the high priority tasks attended to without that nagging feeling that I’m missing something.

2. Setting up a routine. When my husband then joined me in my business a couple years after I had started it, he still felt the need to keep an ‘office’ routine even though his commute was 30 feet down the hall. He set his alarm, got up and took a shower, worked until lunch when he would go out and eat and run errands, and then work until 5:00. He really needed that routine. It took him several months to realize he could be more flexible with his schedule. Although he still sets his alarm, he’ll now go out and run errands before the office lunch crowd takes over the stores.

3. Closing the door. Having an office in your home provides for a great deal of flexibility as well as temptation. That great sucking sound heard in my house at night is the call of my work, pulling me in. I have found that in order to maintain my sanity, I have to be able to not only close the door, but LOCK IT. There are just times when enough has to be enough. There are other times when being able to

4. Reaching out. Working from home can be very lonely. If you’re an extrovert like me, you need people and working from home you’re normally ALONE (and little ones under 6 years old don’t count). Therein lies the dilemma. When I was traveling to see customers, it was not a big deal. I actually looked forward to a few quiet days by myself in my office. Now that my travel schedule is less hectic, I find that I need to schedule a day or two a week out so that I maintain what’s left of my sanity. Networking events, with the right groups, can be not only fruitful from a business perspective but also enjoyable. I also use the time to catch up with former colleagues or friends I haven’t seen in a while. It feels good to get out!

So what are the challenges that you face working at home? How do you combat those temptations? Do you wish you could do it more or less? Share your tips and let’s see how others make it work!

Julie Lenzer Kirk, an award-winning entrepreneur and mother of two, grew her business to multi-millions in revenues while raising her family. She cashed out of her company and now teaches entrepreneurship at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County while providing workshops, consulting, and keynotes as the President & CEO of Path Forward International. She is the author of The ParentPreneur Edge: What Parenting Teaches About Building a Successful Business (John Wiley & Sons) and can be reached at Julie@JulieLenzerKirk.com or via her website at www.JulieLenzerKirk.com Sign up for her monthly Boot in the Butt™ e-newsletter at www.JulieLenzerKirk.com.

A very long-term supporter, Mark and I started off on-line back in 2005; and we both evolved with the times, to say the least. Anyways, I always supported his work and found his niche critical for all women entrepreneurs, and small biz owners in general: You must have and/or gain support of your spouse in order to really succeed in business. Why run a biz “for” your family, if your family is not even there at the end of the day to share your “success”? I’m happy to introduce Tuesday as “Family Life Balance” Day with Mark Semple of SuccessfulTogetherCoaching.com as our regular guest contributor. Please welcome him, share your thoughts below…Hey, start a heated debate; he’s ready for it

Part I – Start Within

If you are an Empowered Woman with a partner who supports you in all that you do – you are blessed. If your partner has yet to realize the incredible opportunity he has, these articles are for you …

Please note: This is written from the perspective of the woman entrepreneur where the husband/partner has the support opportunity. There are, of course, many instances where the roles are reversed. Please read in the appropriate context for you.

Most women enter the world of the entrepreneur alone. Some of them simply want to have some time out of the house. Some of them want a little extra income for themselves. Many want to make a difference for their families.

Regardless of the reason, they have entered an exciting new world. As you get to know amazing people, like our friend Ponn Sabra [aww....geez, thnx Mark] , you realize what is possible and you become aware of how empowered you are.

Now, this is getting exciting! The business you started for whatever reason initially, now has the potential to become something phenomenal for you and those you love.

What do you do when you are excited about something in your life? You share it with that most important person – your partner.

And then you are quite surprised when he isn’t interested.

What’s going on?

He must be a pretty decent guy overall or he would not have the honor of sharing your life. He does a good job with his responsibilities with home and family. Why doesn’t he get the message about your business and the great opportunity it represents? Not just the financial potential, but the opportunity for you to do something meaningful for your future together?

There are a multitude of reasons why the guys don’t get enthused about ventures such as this and, to be honest, they really don’t matter. (The reasons, not the guys).

I know that sounds like a strange thing to say when the most important person in your life is resisting being a part of something that is very important to you.

The reason is that you can either focus your attention on what you CAN do, or you can spend your time and energy trying to gain an understanding.

An Empowered Woman chooses to do what she can do, right?

Please note that we are referring to a male partner that currently doesn’t get the message and doesn’t want to be involved.

There are those, unfortunately, who are openly negative toward the business venture. Although this information will be of value, negativity is a force that must be dealt with separately. It doesn’t belong in a relationship or a business.

Your first step on the road to gaining the support you desire is to understand a simple truth: You don’t actually need his support.

It is a fact – no woman actually needs a man in order to be successful. It is a powerful truth for you to know & believe – as it is for your man to believe also. (Trust me – that will come).

Success is an inside job. Regardless of whether or not you have the support you desire, the level of success you achieve is determined by the passion, dreams and intention that you hold within.

This will be the source of your energy and your inspiration – your knowing that you are achieving that which you desire.

As you strive to make your business venture attractive and appealing to your significant other, it will be substantially more powerful when it is radiating out from within you. And thus, when you speak about your vision, the ‘words and the music’ will match.

And, you are in your empowered space. By focusing on the success within, and doing that which you can do, you are building the momentum that will move you towards your success. If you choose to focus on that which you don’t have, your momentum is going to slow down.

Remember always that your energy will flow toward where your attention is.

In summary: The first step to gaining the support you desire is to focus on your greatness within.

Mark Semple is a Certified Comprehensive Coach and the 2007 International Coach of the Year. Most importantly, Mark is the dedicated supporter of his wife in her business. For Mark’s insights on Success Together, visit:

www.successfultogethercoaching.com