First of all, I think this question is ridiculous! None should be acceptable in a relationship.

However, I’ve been noticing this question trending on a couple of platforms and just recently, someone asked me the same question.

It’s quite sad that women are mostly on the receiving end of this. Statistics show that women are most often the victims of domestic violence in relationships, and they are also the ones who get cheated upon most times. The fact that this question is even being considered in the first place goes a long way to show that we as women need to do more in empowering ourselves financially. We must also build our confidence and self-esteem, and tell ourselves (including our daughters, sisters, mothers and friends) that we shouldn’t just wholeheartedly accept such undesirable treatment simply because we are women.

I do not really want to go into a rant about this, but this is how I feel.

How about you? What are your thougths on this topic?

Source: http://www.stephaniedaily.com/beating-or-cheating-what-is-a-deal-breaker/

It is a rule of thumb that most African start-ups fail within five years of operation. Not all businesses around the world thrive for up to two years, and the recorded 80% start-up demise has been as a result of failed or inadequately structured expansion. In other words, most businesses within the sphere of ‘failed start-ups’ (Small and Medium Scale Enterprises – SMEs) missed it at the point of expansion, folding up after only a few months into a seemingly good business venture.

Clearly, it appears that almost every start-up is gearing towards expanding their business. It is a venture that most entrepreneurs look forward to. However, there are underlined rules to this game and essential considerations to be made.

Certain realization should accompany management’s decisions when considering moving a business to the next level, or when it comes to expansion –  either by the introduction of a new line of product and service, or an extension of an existing one.

Essentially, adequate research, planning and proper implementation are the backbones of any successful expansion consideration for small businesses.

The first reality that entrepreneurs must come to terms with, before embarking on any form of expansion, is that it is not automatic, neither is it a free meal ticket to financial boom and freedom. The notion of making quick money or more profit, must be suspended for a while.

It is also important to undertake a thorough investigation of the new course, the clime, the target market, cost implications in all ramifications: financial capability and readiness, production, location and equipment, if need be.

It is usually advisable to undertake the expansion in stages, because over-enthusiasm and unfounded theories by entrepreneurs in small and medium scale enterprises have led them to liquidation.

Expansion involves increased overheads, and if your business cannot cushion the effect internally, it can lead to an untimely fold-up. A thorough analysis and understanding of all factors involved in the process is important, in order to withstand unforeseen or anticipated challenges from competition, target market, market trends etc.

Finally, a good internal management culture and sustainability structures must be in place… in case the project becomes more successful than the company can handle.

Furthermore, a concrete internal system for checks and evaluation must be in place to measure progress and correct errors.

Are you ready to proceed with this?

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What you don’t know CAN hurt you. These five things are hurting your wife and killing your marriage.

It’s tough being a man these days. Modern men are expected to be sensitive, caring and in tune with their feelings; while at the same time they’re still expected to be strong, protectors and able to fix anything that breaks. Men can’t be too sensitive or they’re not being good enough protectors. On the other hand, they can’t be too protective or else they’re not being sensitive enough.

As men, we try to navigate this balance between being caring and being strong. And because it can be such a fine line, there are a lot of times we fail. And there are things we do that are hurting our wives and killing our marriages. Here are five:

1. Not providing the basics for the family

As a man, it is your responsibility to provide for your family, regardless of whether or not your wife works. Sometimes this means working a few overtime shifts so your kids can sign up for that baseball league. And sometimes this means biting your lip when your boss is being a jerk because you need the stability for your family. But it makes it all worth it when you come home at night and see the smiles on everyone’s face.

2. Pessimism

Ever since you were a kid, you were taught to, “Man up,” and, “Don’t cry,” just to accept the fact that bad things just happen in life. While this is good advice sometimes, your wife also needs you to be an optimist. Your relationship will need to rally from all kinds of challenges, failures, hurt feelings and health problems. Your wife doesn’t need someone to tell her to stop crying, she needs a shoulder to cry on.

3. Withholding physical affection

Yes, men do this, too. Physical affection is more than just sex. It includes giving her hugs before you leave for work, holding her hand in the aisle at the grocery store and pulling her close to you when you’re watching a movie on the couch together. If you’re withholding these things from her, you’re withholding physical affection that she thrives on. The affection you try to show inside the bedroom will never make up for the physical affection you show her outside the bedroom.

4. Putting other things first

Of the hundreds of girls you knew and dozens that you dated, your wife was the one you picked to spend the rest of your life with. She needs to know that you still pick her. Every time you check your smartphone when you’re out together or every time you come home late from work without calling you’re sending her a message that she’s not important to you. Consequently, she wonders if you still care about her as much as when you first got married.

Your work is important, but don’t forget what you’re working for. Remember that there’s nothing on your phone that’s more important than what’s going on right around you.

Lastly, Not speaking her language

Women need to know they are loved and that you are grateful for her. You think you’re showing love by going to work every day and bringing home a paycheck, so most of the time you don’t do much more than that (except maybe on Valentine’s Day).

But, she needs more than that to see your love and she needs you to show her that you’re doing it all for her. So take a little extra time and do something special. Send her a couple texts during the day or bring her home some flowers from the grocery store. You might be surprised at the reaction you get.

Source: Familyshare