SideBySide Business

Helping married entrepreneurs build the business of their dreams ... side by side!

Larry and Sue Pruett help married entrepreneurs as they work to build their business together. Join them as they share how to balance life and business successfully! sidebysidebusiness.substack.com

  1. What To Do When You're In The Middle of A Storm

    JAN 20

    What To Do When You're In The Middle of A Storm

    Walking through a storm and trying to stay connected as a couple?We’d love to support you. Schedule a free Side-by-Side Strategy Session with Larry and Sue. This is a no-pressure conversation to help you gain clarity, strengthen your connection, and take practical next steps—together. 👉 Schedule your free session here:https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/sidebyside-strategy-session Storms have a way of showing up without warning. They shake our confidence, test our faith, and leave us wondering what we’re supposed to do next. In this video, we share an encouragement for anyone who is in the middle of a difficult season right now. With honesty, openness, and faith, we talk about the importance of crying out to God, calling on Him in the middle of the storm, and then trusting Him enough to watch what He does. If you’re in a season where: * Life feels heavy or uncertain * You’re facing trials you didn’t expect * You’re trying to hold things together but feel overwhelmed * You’re wondering where God is in all of this This message is for you. We believe that when you call out to the Lord—right where you are—He meets you there. You don’t have to have all the answers or a perfect plan. Sometimes the most faithful step is simply to cry out to Him and trust that He is working, even when you can’t yet see it. Our hope is that this video brings encouragement, hope, and reassurance that you are not alone in the storm—and that what God does next can be far more amazing than you expect. 💬 If you’re walking through a tough season, feel free to share in the comments. You’re not alone, and we’d love to pray for and encourage you. Get full access to SideBySide Business at sidebysidebusiness.substack.com/subscribe

    5 min
  2. How to Stay Connected in Tough Times

    JAN 13

    How to Stay Connected in Tough Times

    Need help staying connected in tough times?Schedule a free SideBySide Strategy Session with Larry and Sue. We’ll help you identify practical next steps to strengthen your marriage while navigating business, work, and life transitions—together. 👉 Schedule your free session here:https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/sidebyside-strategy-session Tough times have a way of pulling couples apart—especially when stress, uncertainty, and pressure start stacking up. In this video, we share how we’re choosing to stay connected in a challenging season by approaching the problem together, instead of letting it divide us. Rather than seeing difficulty as his issue or her issue, we’re learning to treat it as something outside of us that we face side by side. We talk about: * Why unity matters most when circumstances are uncertain * How shifting your mindset can reduce blame and tension * What it looks like to trust the Lord while still taking practical action * Why working together changes how tough seasons feel This isn’t about pretending things are easy or having everything figured out. It’s about choosing connection, faith, and teamwork when the path forward isn’t clear yet. If you and your spouse are: * Walking through a hard or confusing season * Building a business or navigating financial pressure * Trying to stay united instead of drifting apart Our hope is that this conversation encourages you to stop carrying the weight alone and start facing it together. 💬 If you have questions or want us to talk about a specific challenge you’re facing, leave a comment. We read every one and often create future videos based on what you share. Get full access to SideBySide Business at sidebysidebusiness.substack.com/subscribe

    8 min
  3. I Give Up: What Happens When You Let God Take Control

    12/16/2025

    I Give Up: What Happens When You Let God Take Control

    👉 Do you feel like giving up?Schedule a FREE Side-by-Side Strategy Session here:https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/sidebyside-strategy-session So often in business, we say,“God, I’m the CEO… but please come along and bless what I’m doing.” But that’s not how faith works. In this episode, we talk about what it really means to surrender control — to get out of the driver’s seat and let God lead. Not as a passenger. Not as a consultant. But as the One fully in charge. This is a message especially for entrepreneurs who feel the tension between leadership, control, faith, and obedience. You’ll hear:✨ Why God can’t be your co-pilot✨ The danger of asking God to bless plans He didn’t give✨ What it looks like to switch seats and trust His direction✨ How obedience brings peace — even when it’s not the path you wanted✨ Encouragement for business owners learning to follow, not force If you’re running a business and trying to carry everything on your own, this episode will challenge and encourage you to release control and trust the One who sees the whole picture. 👇 Leave us a comment if this message resonated with you, or if there’s a challenge you’re walking through that we can pray with you about. We’d love to support you. Like, follow, and subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes as we walk this journey of faith, marriage, and business together. Get full access to SideBySide Business at sidebysidebusiness.substack.com/subscribe

    9 min
  4. Thanksgiving Gratitude — Living Thankful in Every Season

    11/25/2025

    Thanksgiving Gratitude — Living Thankful in Every Season

    If you and your spouse are ready to grow together in your faith, marriage, and business, grab a spot on our calendar here for a free strategy session with us: 👉 https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/sidebyside-strategy-session ======== In this episode, we’re slowing down to reflect on what it really means to live with a grateful heart — not just for one day, but every day of the year. Larry and Sue share their love for Thanksgiving and the powerful history behind it — from the Pilgrims’ journey on the Mayflower in 1620, to the story of the Five Kernels of Corn, and William Bradford’s vision that they were only “stepping stones to so great a work.” We talk about how that same mindset inspired our own calling — helping couples build strong, thriving marriages that reflect Christ and the Church (Ephesians 5). You’ll hear: ✨ The true purpose behind the first Thanksgiving ✨ Why gratitude is good for your heart, your marriage, and your business ✨How to stay thankful even in busy or hard seasons ✨ Practical ways to show gratitude at home and at work ✨ And how to slow down this Thanksgiving to truly enjoy time with family and friends Whether you’re prepping for a big family meal, finishing up orders, or just trying to find peace in a busy week — this episode will help you refocus on what really matters: faith, family, and a grateful heart. 💛 Get full access to SideBySide Business at sidebysidebusiness.substack.com/subscribe

    43 min
  5. Miscommunication in Marriage: Why Your Spouse Thinks So Differently

    11/18/2025

    Miscommunication in Marriage: Why Your Spouse Thinks So Differently

    Need help communicating better as a couple?👉 Grab a FREE marriage & communication strategy session here: https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/sidebyside-strategy-session Why does your spouse think so differently than you?Miscommunication in marriage is incredibly common—especially when you’re juggling faith, business, and family life. In today’s episode, we break down why husbands and wives process things differently, and how those differences are actually a gift from God when we learn to understand them. We share real stories, funny misunderstandings (our “potato and pictures” moment!), and the simple mindset shifts that help couples avoid unnecessary conflict. In this episode, you’ll learn:✨ Why your spouse’s brain works differently than yours✨ The root causes behind common marriage miscommunications✨ How personality wiring shapes reactions and expectations✨ Why entrepreneurs often misread their spouse✨ How to turn confusion into connection✨ Practical, faith-based tools to communicate with clarity and compassion Whether you’re a Christian entrepreneur building a business with your spouse—or trying to balance business while staying unified at home—this episode will help you understand each other on a deeper level. Your marriage was designed with purpose.Understanding how your spouse thinks is one of the keys to walking side by side—in life, in faith, and in business. 👇 We’d love to hear from you! Share your funniest miscommunication moment in the comments below. Get full access to SideBySide Business at sidebysidebusiness.substack.com/subscribe

    42 min

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Larry and Sue Pruett help married entrepreneurs as they work to build their business together. Join them as they share how to balance life and business successfully! sidebysidebusiness.substack.com