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Paula Williams, with David Williams, enjoying the highs and the lows of life as an entrepreneurial spouse.

One of the most critical (and most unsung) roles in an entrepreneurial company is not the founder or owner—it’s the role of that person’s significant other or spouse.  This has always been true, but the challenges (and importance) of these individuals is even greater and more crucial in the challenging business climate we currently face.

There is a somewhat prevalent myth that being the spouse of an entrepreneur is highly desirable—that it’s great to be married to someone who loves their work and is taking creative risks. That “being your own boss” leaves you with a greater income and higher flexibility to take time off for vacations or to attend to family needs.

To read the full, original article click on this link: The Entrepreneurial Spouse: The Vital Role Of The Significant Other - Forbes