Last Updated on August 31, 2020

Most of my clients consider themselves very successful in most parts of their life, but when it comes to their relationship, there’s a common thread:

“If only I could make my relationship as successful as my business.”

Does that sound familiar? You’re smart, have a big heart, and you are filled with drive and confidence… when it comes to your work. But that doesn’t always translate into your personal life. Are you ready to make your love life successful now?

If so, let’s look at how we can apply the qualities and use the habits you already have in place to make your business fruitful so that you can have deeply satisfying and rewarding relationships too. 

RELATIONSHIP WISDOM

Let’s be honest, relationships are essential, and your business can never replace them.

You can give to your business as much as you want, but your business will never say “I love you” back, or charm you, or scratch your back, or keep you warm at night. 

When on their death bed, most people don’t wish they had worked more, made more money, or achieved more. In their final moments, most people wish they had loved more and cared more deeply.

When we hold relationships and love as a priority in life, as well as success and security, we step into a whole new world. We create and enjoy a life where money and success now have their highest purpose: to make the world, and your own life, a much more fulfilling place to be. 

READ THIS: THE SECRET OF SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIPS

3 ESSENTIAL QUALITIES TO THRIVE 

1.Focus.

When you narrow your attention, you get more done. You know the value of focusing on one thing rather than multitasking and getting nothing done well. 

How to apply that concept to your relationship —> The people you live with deserve your full attention.

When was the last time you put down your cell phone on a date and looked into your beloved’s eyes, how about just being together? Give your relationship at least 20 minutes a day of undivided attention. 

2. Treat your customers like royalty.

It’s all about giving your customers a sense that they are your #1 priority. Under promise and over deliver, because the more you give, the more they buy from you. 

How to apply that concept to your relationship —> Make your love a priority and put each other first.

Do you give attention to your beloved or ignore them? Daily gestures of love go a long way. Find balance in supporting your beloved’s happiness while maintaining your satisfaction.

3. Willingness to do what’s right, not just what’s easy.

Sometimes you have to put extra hours in – or let go of something you were attached to – to stick to your values and bigger vision. 

How to apply that concept to your relationship —> Talk about what’s uncomfortable.

Do you take enough time to examine the feelings and little resentments that might be building? Talk about what is working and not working in your relationship, so you can both grow and get closer through being real. 

LISTEN TO EPISODE 40 OF THE LOVE LAB PODCAST: GETTING REAL ABOUT YOUR RELATIONSHIP EXPECTATIONS

WHAT HOLDS YOU BACK?

Have you ever started to reach for something, then hesitated, because you thought you saw a shadow? Then you know the effect of fear. Fear is what holds us back in relationships, including fear of the unknown, and even the fear of love with all its depth, surprises, and strong feelings.

If you want to move forward, please don’t let fear define who you are. Make fear your new best friend and walk along with it. It can help tell you where you can improve, and how to make your love life the best it has ever been.