Natalie Jill on Becoming an Entrepreneur at 40 with Lewis Howes

Work-Life Balance

Balancing work and personal life can be challenging, especially when working with a spouse. Natalie Jill shares her experience of managing a business with her husband, Brooks, highlighting the importance of setting boundaries and delegating responsibilities. She emphasizes that finding balance requires effort and sometimes external help, like counseling, to ensure both the business and personal relationship thrive 1.

It took us being able to really look at that and delegate out and make some serious boundaries.

--- Natalie Jill

Natalie notes that while they are passionate about their work, it took years to learn how to disconnect and enjoy personal time together 2.

   

Partnership Dynamics

Handling a business partnership alongside a personal relationship requires clear communication and mutual support. Natalie describes how Brooks' belief in her abilities was crucial in their entrepreneurial journey, providing the technical support she needed while she focused on creative ideas 3. She stresses the power of having someone who believes in you, which can be as impactful as self-belief.

When someone believes that you could do something, it's just very powerful.

--- Natalie Jill

Natalie also underscores the importance of accountability, stating that success or failure is ultimately one's own responsibility 4.