As your company grows you will hire employees. To succeed as an entrepreneur you must have a fire inside you to want to excel. Success comes from unqualified dedication and without limitation. For the entrepreneur, there is nothing more exhilarating and rewarding than a business that achieves its objectives. Con- versely, there is nothing more discouraging than running a failing company that lacks direction.
Many entrepreneurs start their business with the aid of their spouse.
This requires a sensitivity about the impact that working 20 hours a day will have on your marriage. If things get rough, focus on keeping your personal relationship intact. It's harder to find a new spouse than another job. Running a business requires a full-time commitment and an exclusivity which limits the time available for relaxation, and family. Remember, if your family is unhappy, the rewards of running your own business will pale.