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Thriving in Tandem: The podcast for married entrepreneurs

Thriving in Tandem: The podcast for married entrepreneurs

By: Robert and Kay Lee Fukui: Business and Marriage Coaches
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 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. Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • Ep. 214 - 5 Ways to Grow Your Business Without Growing Apart from Your Spouse

    Ep. 214 - 5 Ways to Grow Your Business Without Growing Apart from Your Spouse
    May 27 2025

    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, they discuss how to work smarter, not harder, so you can scale your business while staying connected to your spouse. They also share personal insights from their time at Lake Norman, reflecting on how intentional rest fuels creativity and productivity.

    The couple emphasizes the importance of managing work hours, prioritizing high-impact tasks, and delegating effectively to reclaim time for what matters most. They explain how improving profit margins allows you to reduce stress and avoid the endless hustle, making room for both business growth and a thriving relationship. Finally, they highlight the often-overlooked key to success: listening to your spouse’s perspective, which can provide valuable insights and prevent costly blind spots in your business.

    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

    Key Takeaways:

    ✅ Set Clear Boundaries – Establish firm work-life boundaries to protect quality time with your spouse and family.
    ✅ Manage Your Work Hours – More hours don’t always mean more productivity; focus on efficiency over effort.
    ✅ Prioritize High-Value Tasks – Spend time on revenue-generating activities and delegate or automate busywork.
    ✅ Increase Profit Margins – Raise prices strategically and cut inefficiencies to work less while earning more.
    ✅ Listen to Your Spouse – Their outside perspective can reveal blind spots and help you make better business decisions.
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    32 mins
  • Ep. 213 - Navigating Expectations, Avoiding Burnout, and Finding Peace in Marriage and Business with Kent and Gina Murawski

    Ep. 213 - Navigating Expectations, Avoiding Burnout, and Finding Peace in Marriage and Business with Kent and Gina Murawski
    May 20 2025
    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 while Gina works as a holistic nutritionist. Together, they share their journey of balancing leadership, family, and personal well-being—offering insights on overcoming burnout, managing expectations, and living intentionally. Kent and Gina open up about the pressures they faced in ministry, the weight of unspoken expectations, and the personal toll of trying to meet everyone’s needs. From Kent’s early burnout experience to Gina’s struggle with people-pleasing, they reveal the challenges they encountered and the strategies they now use to help others avoid the same pitfalls. Through their Rhythms of Rest framework, they provide practical steps to help entrepreneurs and leaders prevent burnout and create a sustainable life plan. If you’re a married entrepreneur striving to succeed in business without sacrificing your family or well-being, this episode is packed with wisdom on setting boundaries, embracing self-awareness, and making space for true rest. Learn how to align your business, marriage, and personal life for long-term success. Resources Mentioned: Rest Assured by Kent Murawski https://kentmurawski.com/rest-assured The Purpose & Clarity Guide (Available at KentMurawski.com) Kent’s upcoming book The Life Plan (Sign up for updates at KentMurawski.com/catalyst) Key Takeaways: The Weight of Expectations Can Lead to Burnout – Whether from others or self-imposed, unrealistic expectations can create unhealthy stress and exhaustion. Learning to set boundaries and say "no" is crucial. Rest and Intentional Living Are Non-Negotiables – The Rhythms of Rest framework (relational, emotional, spiritual, and tangible rhythms) helps leaders build a sustainable life plan that prioritizes well-being. Marriage Requires Communication and Growth – Differences in personalities and leadership styles can cause tension, but they can also be strengths. Learning to communicate openly and embrace each other’s strengths leads to a healthier partnership. Prioritizing Rest is a Radical Act of Faith – Taking a 24-hour Sabbath from work and technology can transform your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being, leading to greater productivity and peace. Self-Awareness is Key to Long-Term Success – Understanding personal limits, values, and strengths allows leaders to build a business and marriage that thrive together rather than compete. Share this episode with another married entrepreneur who needs to hear this message! Stay tuned for more strategies to thrive in both business and marriage. Biography Kent and Gina Murawski are living proof that the best partnerships start with a head-over-heels moment. Nearly 25 years ago, Gina took one look at Kent and decided he was the one (at least according to Kent’s version of the story). Together, they've built a family and a legacy of service, having planted and led Journey Church in Cambridge, Massachusetts from 2009 to 2023. While Kent coaches high-achieving leaders and writes books in his signature uniform of plain tees and dark jeans, Gina transforms lives as a certified holistic nutritionist and supplements specialist. Her journey with celiac disease sparked a passion for helping others navigate life without gluten, all while sporting her distinctive boho style and newest coffee mug acquisition (yes, the collection is still growing). Parents to three kids aged 21, 18, and 12, they're “experts” at navigating both family dynamics and professional transitions. Their household remains stubbornly pet-free—not because they don't love animals, but because Kent (who works from home) knows exactly who would end up being the full-time dog walker. As he puts it, "you can have all the pets you want when you have your own house!” These days, you'll find them walking side by side in life and business, sharing their complementary wisdom about sustainable success, holistic wellness, and authentic leadership—always with a cup of coffee in hand. 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/ Need to create more time to dedicate to your marriage? Download this free guide. https://build.marriedentrepreneur.co/balance-business-marriage-better Need some insight into how to balance it all? Schedule a free discovery call. https://marriedentrepreneur.co/lets-talk
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    39 mins
  • Ep. 212 - 7 Health Risks of the Hustle and Grind Mentality (and How to Avoid Them)

    Ep. 212 - 7 Health Risks of the Hustle and Grind Mentality (and How to Avoid Them)
    May 13 2025

    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

    Source: Medical News Today https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/can-overwork-kill-you#Preventing-overwork

    In this episode, Robert and Kay Lee Fukui dive into the seven major health risks associated with the relentless hustle and grind mentality that many entrepreneurs embrace. While working hard is often celebrated, they uncover how excessive stress, burnout, and overworking can silently deteriorate your health, relationships, and overall well-being. They discuss research-backed insights on how long hours correlate with increased risks of stroke, heart disease, depression, and even cancer.

    The conversation highlights the warning signs of stress-related health issues, how they often go unnoticed until it's too late, and why managing stress is critical for longevity in both business and marriage. They also break down the importance of daily habits that promote better health—such as sleep, nutrition, and intentional rest—and how the A.D.E. method (Automate, Delegate, Eliminate) can help entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder.

    This episode is a must-listen for married entrepreneurs who feel the pressure of balancing business success with personal well-being. Robert and Kay Lee provide practical strategies to reclaim time, prioritize health, and prevent burnout, ensuring you can thrive in both your business and your marriage for years to come.

    Key Takeaways:

    ✅ Hustle culture has serious health risks – Stress, burnout, and overwork contribute to heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and even early death.
    ✅ Success isn’t tied to working more hours – Research shows no direct correlation between hours worked and financial success, but there is a strong link between overworking and declining health.
    ✅ Burnout is a medical condition – The World Health Organization classifies burnout as a workplace phenomenon with real physical and mental consequences.
    ✅ Women entrepreneurs face added stress – Juggling business, home responsibilities, and family increases burnout risks for women more than men.
    ✅ Better daily habits lead to better health – Small adjustments like morning routines, healthy eating, and better sleep can drastically improve well-being.
    ✅ Work smarter, not harder – The ADE Method (Automate, Delegate, Eliminate) helps entrepreneurs reduce workload without sacrificing success.

    🎧 Tune in now and share with a fellow entrepreneur who needs to hear this!
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    33 mins
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