Why Entrepreneurs Need To Invest In Their Relationships

Today’s Deep Dive By Jordan Gray

How many books on business have you read in the past year?

Once you have a rough number, keep that in mind.

Now, how many books have you read on intimacy and relationships?

If your ratio is more than 2:1, in favor of business books, you might want to seriously reconsider your strategy.

The SINGLE most important thing that entrepreneurs should be investing in is their relationships.

I get it. Going at business alone is sexy.

And you were likely raised to believe that relying on others is a sign of weakness. But we’re a social species and we need each other to thrive.

Of course, you don’t need an intimate relationship in order to be happy along your journey of building entrepreneurial wealth, but it sure makes for an easier (and often faster) ride on your path to victory.

Below are 4 kick-ass reasons why you should prioritize an intimate relationship over your hectic work schedule… 

1. Cuddling & Having Sex Are The Ultimate Stress Busters

Entrepreneurs need to recharge their internal batteries efficiently, and a romantic partner provides that.

Besides, you get massive boosts of stress-busting hormones (like oxytocin and dopamine), your memory improves, and you lower both your blood pressure and stress level when you cuddle (or have sex).

2. Entrepreneurs Need Behind-The-Scenes Support

There’s nothing more challenging (and exhilarating) than waiting for a sale to come through in the final hour… or launching a new product… or taking your company public. 

But these things are mentally taxing.

Entrepreneurs need the encouragement and praise that come from being in a healthy intimate relationship. Your partner reminds you of who you are, especially when you feel stuck or lost in your business.

They are a guiding compass and a soft place to fall that you can lean on when things get tough.

3. The Right Partner Will Grow Your Business, Not Slow It Down

Most entrepreneurs resist getting into relationships because they feel like it will drain their time, energy and resources. 

They feel like it’s a poor R.O.I. of their time.

And, often, this is the truth. But not every kind of relationship wastes your time. It’s the wrong relationships that drain you.

Imagine you’re a speed boat… 

You can either get into a relationship with a partner who slows you down like an anchor dragging on the ocean floor… 

Or get into a relationship with a partner who is the super fuel in your gas tank.

The right partner will bring out the best in you, keep you happier day-to-day, and inspire you in your business.

4. It’s The Single Greatest Decision That Affects Your Health, Wealth & Happiness

Your love life has the greatest impact on your health, wealth and daily levels of satisfaction, than any other element in your existence.

I’ve had so many millionaire clients over the past decade who are absolutely miserable because they don’t have anyone special to share their beds with.

If you can’t maintain a thriving intimate relationship then your quest is, ultimately, unfulfilling.

Besides, as you may have experienced before, getting into a relationship with the wrong person can be a huge liability (ahem… divorce). 

So invest in yourself, and your love life, to make your relationship a massive priority in your routine.

Your health, happiness and bottom line will thank you.

What Are You Truly After?

Are you chasing after wealth because you think it will get you into the best relationship possible? 

Let me ask you this…

For the kind of high-character person you’re looking for, wouldn’t they be able to see you as valuable as you are right now — without a loaded bank account?

People who argue relationships are a waste of time are often hiding from life. 

It’s so tempting (and safe) to hide behind the wall of your career-building ways. 

But if you’re skirting the issue that opening up to someone who could see you for who you really are is a little nerve-racking, then maybe you need to lean into making your love life a priority.

If you’ve been running on fumes, stop.

You can only delay gratification for so long, until your mind needs to feel rewarded. 

So instead of waiting to start looking for love “one day,” shortcut the entire process by experiencing a loving relationship WHILE you build a fulfilling career.

You really don’t have an excuse to not be in a thriving relationship. It’s just good business.