Marriage makes us better. Two is better than one. Spouses (at least wives) add value to character, life, and value to your career. My wife makes the difference in my work world. She can’t tell me how to do it, but she is aware of my strengths. Somehow, it translates to my abilities. Amazing.
We acknowledge this as a solid business practice.
The forward pass is nothing. It takes two.
The song, “It Takes Two” by Marvin Gaye and Kim Weston would mean nothing if it were only Marvin or Kim.
When it comes to the value of your career, does your spouse or partner complete you at work? Does he or she inspire you? Do you work hard or him or her?
If you do, how romantic?
If you don’t, I think that’s OK.
Your Spouse, the Value Creator
Unemployment exploits the best and worse of our character, marriage, and jobs. On this blog, we like to think the best, and add value to your career. I have talked about being transparent before, but the invaluable attribute that transparency bring is that your spouse sees the true you. More often than not, those words are truthful, painful, and sometimes delightful.
Couples that sustain long and happy unions find healing from wisdom lost beneath the screeching or booming delivery. Does our quiet spouse have wisdom behind their banter, or did we marry them to neglect?
Read: 9 Reasons Your Spouse Lost Their Mind When You Lost Your Job
It Takes More Than Finishing Sentences to Add Value to Your Career
I giggle each time a couple talks about their compatibility. My wife used to say when we were single that she was perfect for me because she fits right under my armpit. The common phrase is, “he/she finishes my sentences.” Although silly and cute for that moment, not that it lacks meaning, but I’ve had coworkers who finished my sentences. Maybe I am that obtuse, or spouses know one another. Your sweet-baby-sugar, your boo, can see things resume writers and career coaches don’t see.
Read: Going From Significant Other to Jobless Other, and More Unnecessary Un-Motivational Jabs
Let’s Face It, You’ve Heard It For Years
Your spouse tells you what other people told you. You’re selfish, greedy, angry, insensitive, chauvinistic, self-absorbed, and inconsiderate. All of what employers can’t stand either. My premise that marriage adds value to a career is… well… old-fashioned. Did past supervisors in the past tell you that you work too independently? Do you take criticism too personally? Shortcomings recur in different ways.
Your spouse was trying to help, even in his or her twisted and self-absorbed way.
For better or worse, richer or poor, your spouse increases your value a whole bunch once you see through lifted toilet seats and smudged makeup. No telling, they might help you impress somebody influential.
About Mark Anthony Dyson
I am the "The Voice of Job Seekers!" I offer compassionate career and job search advice as I hack and re-imagine the job search process. You need to be "the prescription to an employer's job description." You must be solution-oriented and work in positions in companies where you are the remedy. Your job search must be a lifestyle, and your career must be in front of you constantly. You can no longer shed your aspirations at the change seasons. There are strengths you have that need constant use and development. Be sure you sign up to download my E-Book, "421 Modern Job Search Tips 2021!" You can find my career advice and work in media outlets such as Forbes, Inc., Fast Company, Harvard Business Review, Glassdoor, and many other outlets.
