How to Date an Entrepreneur

You HAVE to communicate! Even if they don’t seem to have time (they never will), ask them to schedule you in to discuss the important things.

Don't expect them to have a “normal” 9-5 schedule. It just won’t happen. If you can’t accept that, then move along. Also, a real entrepreneurial type will likely never retire. If they say they will, don’t believe it or ask them what they mean by “retire.”

If you want a secure life with money going steadily into a retirement account, regular paychecks, coverage under workers comp insurance, medical benefits, and a host of other perks that normal executives get, do not marry an entrepreneur.

Many entrepreneurs have forged their own way because they don't like being supervised. If you are talking with him/her, you must insist on being treated with respect by him/her. (Listened to, no phone interruptions, eye contact.)

Many entrepreneurs are not good with people (they want to do everything themselves, right?). So in addition to being positive, cheerful, and optimistic, be willing to help smooth over personnel problems. You will have a devoted spouse if you do this.