SideBySide Business

What do you do when life suddenly changes? Whether it’s marriage, parenting, entrepreneurship, career changes, or becoming empty nesters, transitions can put enormous pressure on your faith, family, and relationships. In this episode of the SideBySide Business Podcast, we open up about some of the biggest transitions we’ve faced as a Christian entrepreneurial couple — including a recent major care...

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 h...

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—es...

👉 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...

👉 Need biblical guidance for your marriage or business? Schedule a FREE Side-by-Side Strategy Session here: https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/sidebyside-strategy-session There are seasons in life and business when nothing makes sense…When the numbers don’t add up, the prayers feel unanswered, and your circumstances look nothing like God’s promises. Yet Scripture gives us this powerful decl...

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 an...

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...

I’ll never forget the night I saw a bank sign flashing 9:35 p.m. as I was driving home from work. That was the moment it hit me — I had just missed another entire day with my family. Right there in my truck, I said out loud, “What in the world am I doing?” That moment changed everything. In this final episode of our Psalm 127 series , we talk about how God blesses our posterity — and how to build...

Schedule a free strategy session with us here: https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/60-minute-session-marriage-coaching Ever lie awake at night with your mind racing — thinking about work, money, or what might go wrong next? In this devotional episode, we dive into part 3 of our 4-part series on Psalm 127 to discover how God invites us to move from stress to rest . Larry shares his real story...

Psalm 127:1 says: “Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain.” In this episode (Part 2 of our Psalm 127 series), we unpack what it really means to trust God as our Protector —at home, in marriage, and in business. We talk about natural protective instincts (dads scanning rooms, moms in “mama bear” mode), the limits of human control, and how to practice wisdom without...

Free 60-minute Strategy Session (find peace + clarity in marriage & business): https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/60-minute-session-marriage-coaching ===== “Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain.” — Psalm 127:1 If you’ve felt the weight of anxiety and burnout trying to hold together your marriage, business, and family in your own strength, this episode is for you...

We'd love to chat with you! Schedule a FREE strategy session here: https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/60-minute-session-marriage-coaching =============== At our daughter’s wedding, we were asked to share a few words of wisdom for the newlyweds. On that day, we only had a few minutes, but this is the expanded version of what we shared. After 36 years of marriage, we’ve learned that a lasting...

Life is fragile, but every moment is a gift. On this day, we pause to remember 9/11 — 24 years later — and reflect on the sudden loss of Charlie Kirk . Both remind us of the brevity of life and the importance of living with purpose. The Bible says in James 4:14 , “What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes.” That truth is sobering — but it’s also freeing. I...

👉 Book a free Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/60-minute-session-marriage-coaching ======== In this episode, Jim & Andrea Cockrum join us to talk real life as a married couple when one spouse is the entrepreneur (and the other isn’t). We dig into boundaries at home, working under the same roof, how to protect your marriage when business gets loud, and why business should...

We love to help couples reach their goals! And so, we want to offer you a free strategy session with us: https://calendly.com/larryandsuecoaching/60-minute-session-marriage-coaching === In this episode, Larry and Sue respond to a comment they received on a recent podcast. They discuss the Biblical admonition to place the marriage relationship above all other human relationships. Tune in to see why...

What if a simple act of kindness could change more than just someone’s day? In this episode, Larry shares how a friendly exchange with his trash collector turned into an unexpected win - one that went beyond friendship and into real‑life benefits. You’ll discover why the people you casually meet every day might hold the keys to surprising opportunities, and how building genuine connections can ope...

In this episode, Larry and Sue discuss the Coldplay Kisscam fiasco from the perspective of marriage and business coaches. What are some lessons we can all learn from this situation? Tune in to find out! ====== We love to help couples reach their goals! And so, we want to offer you a free strategy session with us: Free Strategy Session Get your FREE set of connect cards: https://www.sidebysidebusin...

In this episode, Larry and Sue discuss things we can all learn from their recent experiences with several dental offices. This story will impact how you think about relationships, will show the importance of treating others well despite unique circumstances, and will provide some good old plain advice on common courtesy. We’d love to hear what you've learned from trips to the dental office, your l...

In this episode, Larry and Sue talk with Preston and Katie Powell of Simply Ship. The Powells share tips and tricks they have learned from 10 years of marriage and 5 years of entrepreneurship. Listen in to learn how they have built better communication and trust in their relationship, all while building a business together. To find Preston and Katie, visit their website at  SimplyShipNow.com  or f...

In today’s episode, Larry and Sue discuss ways for married entrepreneurs to thrive in both marriage and business. You’ll take away several valuable tips and suggestions to help you strike a balance between life and business. Get your FREE set of connect cards: https://www.sidebysidebusiness.com/connect We’d love to hear from you! Contact and follow us here: * Email: larryandsue@sidebysidebusiness....

Larry and Sue sit down with Kyle and Angela Bigelow, a wonderful couple who is doing amazing things. They have been married for over 16 years and homeschool their 6 children. They tell about how they paid off their home in 2017, becoming completely debt free. And how in 2019 they began the journey of starting their own business with the goal of bringing Kyle home full-time. In this episode, they t...

In today’s episode, Larry and Sue share some reflections from a recent conference they attended. They discuss time freedom, visiting adult children, the importance of networking, and sharing their passion with others. There is much to glean from this discussion! Get your FREE set of connect cards: https://www.sidebysidebusiness.com/connect We’d love to hear from you! Contact and follow us here: *...

In this podcast, Larry and Sue dive deeper into the topic they covered in episode 31. This episode will show you how to effectively utilize your family mission statement as your very own filter system. They also share how to use AI like ChatGPT to greatly assist you in the process of making wise decisions. Get your FREE set of connect cards: https://www.sidebysidebusiness.com/connect We’d love to...

Today, Larry and Sue sit down with Dustin Riechmann, the founder of 7-Figure Leap. He specializes in helping mission-driven experts build 7-figure brands by telling their story. Dustin is a coach and mentor to us, and along the way, has become a good friend. The story of how we met is very unique and fun, and is something we truly look back at as a God-ordained moment! The conversation covers a ra...

Ever feel overwhelmed? Burned out? Suffering from shiny object syndrome? Most people, and especially entrepreneurs, deal with this regularly. The solution? Say NO more often. While that sounds simple, it is often difficult to do. In this episode, Larry and Sue give some very practical tips on how to create your own filter system - a family mission statement. This statement will assist in providing...