Every married entrepreneur knows mistakes come with the territory—but they don't have to derail your marriage or business. In this episode, Robert and Kay Lee pull back the curtain on the top five mistakes they've made as married entrepreneurs—and the lessons learned along the way. From overlooking the "Chief Feelings Officer" to chasing shiny objects, they share candid stories that cost them time, money, and peace (sometimes six figures!).

You'll hear how "hiring for convenience" created unnecessary conflict, why building real friendships beats pouring money into funnels, and how perfectionism in business slows down growth. Each mistake is paired with a practical takeaway that will save you frustration and keep your marriage strong while your business thrives. Whether you're just starting out or have been building for years, you'll find yourself nodding along and probably laughing at the similarities to your own journey.

Tune in to laugh, learn, and avoid these common pitfalls so you and your spouse can grow your business and your marriage in tandem. These are hard-won lessons you don't need to repeat—so you can build smarter, stronger, and with more joy together.

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Key Takeaways:

• Always listen to your CFO—Chief Feelings Officer. Ignoring your spouse's intuition can cost more than you think.

• Don't fall for Shiny Object Syndrome—invest in tools and strategies that truly fit your business stage.

• Never hire for convenience. Assign roles based on strengths, not just availability.

• Focus on friendships over funnels—real relationships create stronger, lasting growth.

Stop trying to build the "perfect" lead magnet. Launch imperfectly, learn quickly, and improve along the way.

With over 10,000 AI tools at our fingertips, it's tempting to think technology will be our golden ticket to efficiency, profits, and free time. The problem? All that "help" can actually lead to tech creep—where one more tool, one more subscription, and one more DIY task sneak onto your plate until your calendar is full and your marriage is on the back burner.

Bottom line: Tech can absolutely help you grow your business and free up more time for your marriage—if you use it in moderation and keep your focus on the high-level work only you can do.

🎧 Listen now to learn how to put tech in its place so it serves your business, your marriage, and your life—without creeping into every spare moment.

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In this episode of Thriving in Tandem, Robert and Kay Lee unpack:

• How AI is baked into nearly every tool you already use (Zoom, Gmail, Calendly, Riverside, social media… you name it).

• Why the promise of "faster and cheaper" can backfire if it tempts you to take on more tasks instead of delegating them.

• Real-life examples of when tech streamlines work—and when it quietly eats away your time.

• Why leaders should focus on their zone of genius and resist the guilt of not "being in the trenches."

• How to use tech to empower your team, not overload yourself.

When roles shift at home and at work, even strong couples can feel the strain. In this episode, returning guests Shay and Phil Bynes (Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur) pull back the curtain on their four-year journey of transitioning Shay out of the CEO seat and Phil in—while raising three kids and continuing to lead a global movement. They share what changed, what didn't, and how they protected connection through it all.

You'll hear how they navigated identity, authority, and expectations as spouses and co-leaders—without letting business tension become marital tension. From hearing God's nudge to act, to wrestling with control, to defining new decision rights, Phil and Shay explain the practical guardrails (and plenty of grace) that made the handoff work.

We also get tactical about staying close during busy seasons: weekly "marriage board meetings," spontaneous micro-check-ins, and simple, intentional fun that doesn't require a plane ticket. If you're a married entrepreneur aiming to grow your business without shrinking your marriage, this conversation is a masterclass in change done together.

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Key Takeaways:

• Transitions need clarity: Decide who owns which decisions now (vision, people, money, operations) and write it down.

• Step back—then calibrate: Founders often swing too far away after a handoff; expect to iterate until the advisor/CEO rhythm fits.

• Protect a weekly marriage meeting: Same time, same day, non-negotiable. Use ground rules so issues get resolved before they fester.

• Honor design differences: Lead styles will differ by God's design; resist the urge to "correct" your spouse into your style.

• Let things "sputter" (strategically): Maturity sometimes requires leaders to stop rescuing, so teams learn to think and own outcomes.

• Friendship fuels connection: Micro-moments (10-minute check-ins, pausing a show to talk) keep intimacy alive during busy stretches.

• Serve first leadership: Out-serving one another at home creates safety and teamwork that shows up in the business.

• Plan fun on purpose: Comedy nights, simple dates, and kid-care logistics belong on the calendar like any key meeting.

Phil Bynes is CEO of Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur, a global movement equipping entrepreneurs to partner with God in business and create greater Kingdom impact in the marketplace. He is also the owner and lead therapist at Crazy Good Massage, where he has served clients with excellence for over 20 years.

Shae Bynes, affectionately known as the Chief Fire Igniter, equips leaders to build grace-empowered cultures where people and results flourish. She has impacted over one million people worldwide through her books, courses, podcasts, and speaking. In her executive advising work, she brings a unique blend of strategic clarity, spiritual intelligence, and transformational insight.

High school sweethearts since age 16, Phil and Shae have been married for 26 years and are the proud parents of three daughters.

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