Marriedpreneur Life
290 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsMarriedpreneur Life, the podcast, is a weekly podcast where we -O.L. and Sway Buckley- Marriedpreneur Mentors, share our journey on all things marriage, marketplace and ministry.
After 20 years of friendship + 10 years of marriage AND doing business the WRONG way, we’re now sharing our lessons of living purposefully and profitably in sync the RIGHT way- God’s way. Doing business with brands/influencers like CHASE Bank, Mark Cuban and in wealth management, we’re bringing it all to the table.
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Ep. 40: THREE Hard Lessons From The Richest Man's Divorce (it's not what you think)
January 22, 2019 14:00 - 18 minutes - 26.2 MBIt’s been all over the news and literally, everyone has their opinion to share. When we heard it ourselves we were devastated. You don’t have to KNOW a person/family in order to FEEL for them… We heard the news about the richest man in the world (to date) and not to mention the quintessential marriepdreneur family announce their divorce. When we heard about Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos' breakup, our hearts sank...yet another marriage, that appeared to have it all- simply didn’t. We wou...
Ep. 39: The #1 Secret To Avoiding Stress, Overwhelm and Exhaustion For Married Entrepreneurs
January 15, 2019 14:00 - 23 minutes - 33.2 MBIf you guys are noticing a constant cycle of exhaustion and overwhelm, there's one simple tweak that needs to be made to fix it. In this episode, we're sharing the life-changing tweak that has transformed how we do business and LIFE. We're also challenging you two to give it a try and be amazed by the results from the first time you implement it! Come back and tell us your results!
Ep. 38: The Truth About What Your Date Nights Say About The Future Of Your Marriage
January 07, 2019 14:00 - 24 minutes - 34.5 MBDate nights carry more weight than most married couples even realize. They are so powerful that they can forecast the trajectory of your marriage. In this episode we're going over -the 3 question litmus test you need to ask each other -how to discern marriage holes and start to fix them rather than medicate them -how to use date nights to actually make your business more profitable. This episode is fire and full of practical insight on how you two can make an epic love + business by cr...
Ep. 37: The 5 Things Every Marriedpreneur Couple Must Talk About Before 2019
December 18, 2018 14:00 - 31 minutes - 44.1 MBIt's around this time of year when anxiety and overwhelm run wild for many entrepreneurs. We know this is doubly challenging when you are married AND building a business! In this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast, we're discussing 5 super important things to talk about with your spouse that will bring clarity, calm and resolve to this year and starting the next one with a BANG! Be sure to take a listen and see how these talking points will change the game for how you two move fo...
Ep. 36: Behind The Scenes of The Marriedpreneur Method: Step 5 -Synching Schedules
December 11, 2018 14:00 - 18 minutes - 27.3 MBWe've learned that one of the biggest false beliefs marriedpreneurs struggle with is that there isn't enough time for everything. That usually means there's no 'room' to wind your work brain down and simply be present for date night. Or maybe you've found yourselves in a cycle of frustration finding yourselves with more 'things to do' than there is time. We get it. Step 5 of the Marriedprener Method is the final step that seals the previous steps and propels productivity and profit. ...
Ep. 35: Behind the Scenes of The Marriedpreneur Method: Step 4 Roles
December 06, 2018 14:00 - 17 minutes - 26.6 MBAligning roles with your super powers creates more momentum and money. This is step 4 of the Marriedpreneur Method. Too often married entrepreneurs find themselves in a cycle of frustration and don't realize the hole exists because they are not properly aligned. Properly aligned doesn't mean that you always FEEL like doing what's needed of you BUT you activate enough of your super powers to stay moving forward (in a way that is enjoyable and PROFITABLE)! Aligning roles plays a HUGE p...
Ep. 34: Behind The Scene of The Marriedpreneur Method: Step 3-I.D. Super Powers
November 27, 2018 14:00 - 19 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast we're covering step #3 of the Marriedpreneur Method. This step is often overlooked when implementing roles in marriage and business. But if you DON'T do this step FIRST, setting roles can be a frustrating cycle of events. We're covering I.D.ing each other's SUPERPOWERS. THIS is a change maker! Understanding the unique skillset and gifts your spouse brings to the table is vital in filling up marriage and money holes. There's a legit...
Ep. 33: Behind the Scenes of The Marriedpreneur Method: Step 2- Communication Rules of Engagement
November 20, 2018 14:00 - 27 minutes - 39.4 MBFor as far back as we can remember, people would always advise on how important communication between us would be. The issue is, we rarely had anyone walk us through what healthy communication LOOKED like. So in today's episode we're not only addressing this step in our Marriedprenuer Method but we are also confronting common toxic communication behaviors many marriedpreneurs allow into their union because they think they are being helpful (when it's really harmful). Check it out to se...
Ep. 32: Behind The Scences of The Marriedpreneur Method: Step 1- Vision
November 13, 2018 14:00 - 12 minutes - 18.7 MBMost marriedpreneurs skip this first CRITICAL step that ALL other problems stem from. Many believe that having a vision for the business alone will steer the marriage in the right direction. In fact, that alone will yield the exact OPPOSITE outcome that you're working for! In this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast, we're sharing hor to incorporate a blended vision of your marriage and business into ONE! This is what we call the marriedpreneur vision. If you're married and ...
Ep. 31: Behind The Scenes: The Marriedpreneur Method
November 06, 2018 14:00 - 24 minutes - 34.6 MBWhat if there was a method that was created for the UNIQUE challenges that married entrepreneurs face? In this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast we're taking you behind the scenes of the Marriedpreneur method that does just that! You'll also hear about the common mistakes that the majority of married entrepreneurs are making that's causing frustration, miscommunication AND loss of revenue! If you know there are holes in your marriedpreneur ecosystem, the Marriedpreneur Method has ...
Ep. 30: Are You REALLY Being Patient or Are You Just Settling?
October 30, 2018 13:00 - 17 minutes - 25.9 MBMany times we lie to ourselves and say we are being patient but we are ACTUALLY settling. In this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast, we confront the subtle deception about settling vs. being patient. We're sharing 3 litmus tests ANY couple can use to reveal the truth. We also share on how to CHANGE lanes if you two are in fact settling. Take a listen (and a litmus test) and then find yourselves moving forward together (forreal).
Ep. 29: One Tweak Can Change EVERYTHING!
October 22, 2018 13:00 - 18 minutes - 26.8 MBWe all go through life with routines that often times are detrimental to our growth in the next season. Being aware of constantly learning and implementing makes a huge difference in marriage and business! We're sharing the 3 simple steps we use each week to tweak our progress and stay in 'growth mode' with forward motion momentum!
Ep. 28: How To Say NO To Energy Wasters
October 16, 2018 13:00 - 18 minutes - 26.9 MBFeeling overwhelmed often has a lot to do with overcommitment. When we feel like we should do something just because we CAN, we'll ALWAYS find ourselves in a trap of wasting energy on things that should have never made our 'list'. This episode we're talking strategy on how to help each other NOT commit to things that don't align with your current season. Seasons DO change so this convo will too! Check out this system that helps grow you two closer while giving you margin to scale the...
Ep. 27: Growth Hacks For Married Entrepreneurs
October 09, 2018 13:00 - 26 minutes - 37.2 MBGrowth is NEVER accidental! It isn't determined by making great decisions at every opportunity. Some of our BIGGEST growth spurts haven't been from the result of making a good decision, but actually, the opposite. However, making poor decisions doesn't result in automatic growth EITHER. It all comes down to awareness and intentionality. In this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast, we're sharing some not-so-pretty examples of how growth has looked on our journey. (It's not wh...
Ep. 26: How to Scale Without Sacrificing Your Marriage
October 02, 2018 13:00 - 24 minutes - 34.4 MBSome people think that the marriage being under the strain of the business is 'just the way that it goes'. There is no easier way. However, in this episode of The Marriedpreneur Life podcast, we're sharing how we've scaled with the wrong beliefs about marriage and how we were given another chance and scaled with the right perspective about marriage. Both required work. But only one was worth the work. We're taking you on a journey in this one...enjoy the ride!
Ep. 25: Can Personal Development Hurt Your Marriage?
September 25, 2018 13:00 - 17 minutes - 25.2 MBIn an effort to help or marriage and our selves, we can sometimes misguide our energy and end up doing the exact opposite. In this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast, we're sharing our journey of pros/cons of personal development and its impact on our marriage/business. Hint: everything that SEEMS good, isn't always good. Tell us if you've ever fallen into this subtle trap too!
Ep. 24: Emotional Intelligence and Goals
September 17, 2018 13:00 - 16 minutes - 24.4 MBA recent study shows how goals and emotional intelligence are strongly interconnected. In this episode we're diving in on how married entrepreneurs respond when things don't go our way (or take longer than expected). There IS a healthy way to do it that fuels us for our next milestone. We're sharing how all of this works together and ultimately, when we are intentional and aware, it CAN have a great impact on our marriage AND our business. It's a hard pill to swallow, but how we resp...
Ep. 23: Are Goals REALLY Necessary For Success??
September 11, 2018 13:00 - 22 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast we're 'kinda' debating on the necessity of goals. Although we end up on the same page, there IS something to be said about being spontaneous about your business. However (comma), we've learned that the times we DIDN'T set goals, we would spend our best energy putting out fires instead of making history! Listen in as we share how we've created a pretty simple Daily Goals Strategy that keeps us in sync. Hope it helps you and your fam t...
Ep. 22: Mission and Vision Statements, Are They Still A Thing?
September 04, 2018 13:00 - 16 minutes - 24.1 MBThere are so many different schools of thought when it comes to having a mission and vision statement for your business. Some teach that they are no longer needed, while others say you MUST have them in place before you get your first client... We believe that vision and mission is integral but it may not be the 'traditional' way it's done. Hey, as entrepreneurs, we think differently. Why try to fix into a cookie-cutter shape when we weren't meant to be that shape? In this episode ...
Ep. 21: Daily Meetings In Under 10 min
August 26, 2018 13:00 - 16 minutes - 23.5 MBWe used to HATE having meetings because it felt like a waste of time! After being frustrated with our long drawn out process, we knew that we needed a clear vision. We talked through what we wanted the meetings to look like and challenged ourselves to get it done.. it worked! Once we started getting more clarity about what we were doing and HOW we were to go about doing it, we looked FORWARD to our meetings because we NEEDED them to give us structure, accountability and speed! If you...
Ep. 20: How To Challenge/Hold Your Spouse Accountable To Their Potential Without Having A Misunderstanding
August 19, 2018 13:00 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MBThere are times in a marriage when you KNOW there's more inside of your spouse, and you may feel a little stuck with how to go about holding him/her at a higher level of accountability WITHOUT it turning into a disagreement or misunderstanding. You are your spouse's greatest cheerleader and part of that job description is to call them out (in love) when you know they are shrinking back in fear or hesitation. But, let's be honest. That isn't always the easiest and most received kind of ...
Ep. 19: Gelling Gifts For Married Entrepreneurs
August 12, 2018 13:00 - 13 minutes - 19.9 MBGelling your gift with your spouse's gifts can be one of the most challenging feats in marriage...OH BUT when it happens- it's golden! The thing is, gelling gifts don't happen by ACCIDENT, it requires intentional work and diligence. Otherwise, we will sit on the gifts God has given us access to THROUGH our spouse and work harder than necessary...ridiculous. In this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast we're sharing simple steps you two can take immediately to start going deeper with ...
Ep. 18: How To I.D. Gifts in Marriage (and why you NEED to for next level growth)
August 05, 2018 13:00 - 24 minutes - 34.6 MBYou can't appreciate what you don't understand!! I remember when we would get so irritated with each other over B A S I C stuff. It was stuff like, how the other person did something, WHY we did it that way and why not do it a different way, etc. (it was a mess!) Tapping into each other's gifts is the gateway to appreciating HOW our spouse functions. It isn't too difficult to learn what your spouse's gifts are. In fact, we are ALL pretty aware of the obvious ones well before we even get ma...
Ep. 17: Breakthrough Comes From Breaking Beliefs
July 29, 2018 13:00 - 15 minutes - 23.1 MBBreakthrough comes from breaking bad beliefs. The thing about our limiting beliefs is that often we don't even KNOW that we have them. Even in our ignorance, they STILL run a powerful part in what we are able to accomplish in life. The moment we become aware of what's holding us back, we THEN have the power to do something about it. In this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast, we're sharing how the explosive impact of awareness can transform how you do everything in life! You're goi...
Ep. 16: The Comeup, The Journey, The Motive
July 22, 2018 13:00 - 19 minutes - 28.4 MBIn a build-your-business culture, it's easy to get caught up in the vortex of the work and forget the PURPOSE of the work. In this episode of Marriedpreneur Life podcast, we're taking you all on a sobering journey. Too many times we have lost our way while building. But that's because we forgot our 'WHY.' We decided to make changes when we realized we were drifting. We've realigned our efforts by making three simple decisions. That's what you're gonna walk away with after listeni...
Ep. 15: Investing In Real Estate For Married Couples
July 15, 2018 13:00 - 13 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast, we're taking you BEHIND the scenes in real time of our real estate investment journey. You may be surprised by how we actually got into the game...it was not as planned as we thought it should have been - actually, it wasn't planned at all... Over the last few years, we've had a real on-the-job training experience. We are in the process of putting our first investment property on the market as we record this episode. Follow along this craz...
Ep. 14: How To Stop Leaving Money On The Table
July 08, 2018 13:00 - 23 minutes - 33.7 MBHow to stop leaving money on the table is what we're covering today. If either of you have EVER walked a way from a deal you closed and felt as if you didn't grasp the FULL opportunity that was available, you're probably right... However, sometimes we close a deal and walk away without ANY clue that that we left 'money on the table.' As we're navigating through our wins and learns in this area, we're sharing it all with you. Whenever we finally master how to stop leaving money on the table...
Ep. 13: Power Couple Power Lunch
June 28, 2018 13:00 - 18 minutes - 27.3 MBPower Couple, Power Lunch episode is more about catapulting the day vs. plowing through it. If you guys have ever worked right through lunch... listen to this podcast. If you guys have ever felt like you weren't on the same page...listen to this episode. If you guys have ever had issues strategizing to move forward...that's right, check out this episode. Power lunches are strategies, when used wisely, to build capacity in your business and stay in sync with each other throughout the week...
Ep. 12: Managing Distractions At Work
June 21, 2018 13:00 - 18 minutes - 26.4 MBManaging distractions at work (and every other part of your life) is what we're diving into in this episode of Marriedpreneur Life podcast. We know from experience how crazy schedules can get and if were aren't mindful, we'll find ourselves doing tasks that we really have no business doing because it isn't the best use of our time. Too often, distractions come from someone else's poor planning (or even our own - but that's for another episode...) So, today, we're confronting the TOP time-s...
Ep. 11: Avoiding Burnout
June 14, 2018 13:00 - 16 minutes - 24.6 MBAvoiding burnout is a huge hot topic for married entrepreneurs. Primarily, because many feel that they HAVE to do what needs to get done in a certain time frame, EVEN if that means sacrificing some of the top priorities. We, however, believe that although burnout can sneak up on you (especially when you enjoy what you do and WHO you do it with), there are strategies to get in front of it BEFORE crossing that line. Too often, we've experienced severe burnout that could have been avoided...
Ep. 10: Scheduling Your Marriage
June 07, 2018 13:00 - 22 minutes - 32.6 MB'Schedule your marriage' are the words I heard when we were desperately seeking a better way to run our business and our lives TOGETHER! When we first married we slid into the trap of being in the business of marriage (paying bills, getting things done in business, etc.) so far that we actually turned in to roommates. We CONSTANTLY felt like there was simply never enough time in the day for our marriage (which was one of the biggest lies). We had to make serious changes, fast. In thi...
Ep. 9: Communication Exercises
May 31, 2018 13:00 - 19 minutes - 28.3 MBCommunication exercises have literally changed the game for how we get the most out of the hardest situations. We're learning to turn hard convos into rich experiences that we can always draw from in the future. We're sharing real life exercises that we use on a daily basis (well, because we communicate with each other on a daily basis). We also talk about how we have had to deal with frustrations with each other because of misunderstandings (i.e. lack of communication) and STILL get a...
Ep. 8: Positive Self-Talk
May 24, 2018 13:00 - 20 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life Podcast, OL & Sway share behind-the-scenes strategies on how to bounce-back in difficult situations. As entrepreneurs, there ARE ways to ALWAYS win even when things don't go as planned. The goal of this episode is to give you the steps to win and shine light on a healthy perspective even as they journey through major life transitions. Positive self-talk is NECESSARY to win. Listen to find out what they've been doing even when their purpose i...
Ep. 7: Communication Styles That Work
May 17, 2018 13:00 - 21 minutes - 30.6 MBCommunication styles can either propel the marriage (and business) or destroy it. In this episode of Marriedpreneur Life podcast, OL & Sway take listeners behind the scenes of how they manage to get no the same page (after several ups and downs and a rocky journey at times). There are a few key misconceptions about our communication styles that, if overlooked, will stunt the growth of the marriage and profitability of the business. Join the conversation to see if you and your spouse ha...
Ep. 6: Married and Managing The Clock: Time Management Tips For Entrepreneurs
May 09, 2018 13:00 - 19 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode of Marriedpreneur Life Podcast, OL and Sway talk about the real issue with time management as married entrepreneurs. If you're struggling to get everything done in the day and constantly feel that there isn't enough time (which is a lie), then you've GOT to listen to this podcast. OL & Sway share how they manage and respond to the pressures of running multiple businesses, while living between two different states and serving in church leadership WITHOUT sacrificing date d...
Ep. 5: Communication Breakdown in Marriage and Business
May 03, 2018 13:00 - 20 minutes - 30 MBCommunication breakdowns are a frequent issue with married entrepreneurs. In this episode, OL & Sway share 3 big mistakes marriedpreneurs make in communicating to get what you really want -to be heard. This episode will give you insight and work-arounds to overcome and even avoid these communication issues. Check it out and avoid these huge potholes found even in the healthiest of relationships amongst married entrepreneurs!
Ep. 4: Doing Business God's Way Pt. 2
April 27, 2018 13:00 - 21 minutes - 30.5 MBIn this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life podcast, OL & Sway Buckley continue the discussion of 'Doing Business God's Way Pt. 2'. In this episode, they outline the three unique opportunities we have as married entrepreneurs to shift the culture, make a positive lasting impact and see massive results.
Ep. 3: Doing Business God's Way Pt. 1
April 12, 2018 21:00 - 22 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this episode of the Marriedpreneur Life Podcast, OL & Sway are sharing how to know if you and your spouse are doing business God’s way. And YES! there is a difference! How do you know where you two stand? Great question! Today, they’re talking about your motives in business, the journey of your business, and the mission of your business as it pertains to doing business by God’s design. Enjoy and please be sure to leave us a review and tell us a little bit about how your journey...
Ep. 2: #RelationshipGoals: Success in Marriage and Business
April 12, 2018 18:00 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode of #RelationshipGoals, OL & Sway are chiming in on one of the biggest lies fall into today! They're sharing the importance of you and your spouse defining what success looks like for YOUR marriage and your business. They’ll also be revealing simple questions to ask each other in order to reach your unique goals. Enjoy! Be sure to give us a review, and let us know how you and your spouse define success!
Ep. 1: How Did We Get Here: Marriage, Faith & Entrepreneurship
April 12, 2018 15:00 - 21 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this inaugural episode of the Marriedpreneur Life Podcast OL & Sway share their transparent, bumpy yet rewarding journey. From being fired to being pushed off the cliff of comfort, they're sharing how EVERY experience serves a purpose for the next season. You'll be encouraged and challenged to find the treasures even in uncomfortable situations. Be sure to rate and write a review and share how your past experiences thrusted you two further. Thanks!