As entrepreneurs we like to take risks…
BUT there are areas in our lives that we should have zero tolerance for risk.
We can easily get too close to the edge where the line becomes grey in our jobs, finances, or even our marriage – It’s just a text, it’s just an email, it’s just a harmless flirtation.
“What if a man gains the world and loses his marriage? Then he would be a public success and a private failure.”
Once you scramble an egg, you can’t unscramble it – so be intentional with what you are willing to take a risk on and don’t get too close to the edge.
What does it mean to have zero tolerance for risk in marriage?
What does this look like?
- Don’t ride alone to a work event or business meeting with the opposite sex.
- Be transparent with emails and texts – I have my messages filtered through my assistant.
- Find someone, or multiple people, that will keep you accountable and call you out when you need it.
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