Starting things back up, nervous, excited, stressed, but smarter!

Originally Posted by TheHoss

An unexpected problem i'm having: My wife wasn't around when I was scrapping before, and knows absolutely nothing about the industry. I've tried explaining it too her, she understands what i'm wanting to do. The problem is, she doesn't trust that it'll make money or that it's worth my time. I'm in the process of obtaining accounts now. If I go out to their location, i'm "wasting gas". If I cold call them, it's "well that doesn't seem effective, why are you doing it?" When I try to explain, I get "whatever, just do what you want"

It sucks not having support from your other half. I reckon with 3 kids we are kind of testy, especially with me getting less than 2 hours of sleep last night....either way. It's frustrating. Yes she stays at home with the kids. Yes that's important. But i'm out doing "my part". I shouldn't be hassled about it and told that i'm doing it wrong.

GAH.

/rant.

She just needs some reassurance. Sit down with her and have a heart to heart. Explain to her that you know what's important. The little ones are helpless so they come first. She's depending on you so she comes second. Your needs come last.



Once you start bringing in a lot more than you could ever make on the job she'll get on board.