17 Things You Should Know When Dating An Entrepreneur

Dating an entrepreneur or a businessman can be quite daunting to some ladies, especially when they’re not on the same field of work. Granted, it can be challenging at some times, but dating an entrepreneur is an experience you wouldn’t want to miss out.

Want to know what you’re getting into before you jump on the wagon? Here are some things to know when dating an entrepreneur:

1. You cannot have their attention 24/7, 7 days a week.

Ladies, if you’re the type of girl who wants to be with her man all day long without fail, then dating an entrepreneur isn’t for you. Men like that are, of course, busy with their startups or businesses, and they need a large part of their time to focus on their work. It’s not a bad thing. You wouldn’t want a lazy man, would you?

2. Never give them an ultimatum.

Entrepreneurs are, by heart, their own authority, and they don’t like it when they’re forced to do something they don’t want. Don’t give them ultimatums like, “is it me or your business?” It will never work! Instead, explain thoroughly the things that are bothering you so that you both can work out a good deal on your own.

3. They travel a lot.

Entrepreneurs may often travel because of business, and of course, pursuing outside connections that can be beneficial in their work. Be understanding of that, and give your man space.

4. They’re definite coffee lovers.

Entrepreneurs are always on the go, so caffeine is necessary for them to power up their daily schedule! There are no limited number of cups of coffee for them every day, and if you swing by at their work bringing a hot, frothy mug of latte, your man will worship you.

5. They get bored easily.

Entrepreneurs are entrepreneurs for a reason: they’re hungry for new and exciting experiences. If you ever find yourself dating an entrepreneur, then you have to be quite adventurous as well to keep up with their crazy lifestyle of always trying out new things and experiences.

6. They don’t like to waste their time.

For entrepreneurs, time is gold. Every hour should be devoted to something essential, so don’t expect them to be wasting their time on some things that don’t matter. That’s why if they devote a large part of their time every day on you, it means you’re really special.

7. They jerk away from lazy people.

Entrepreneurs are driven and goal-oriented, so it’s natural that they want to be surrounded by people who share the same principles. That’s why if you have a lazy friend or relative, don’t expect your man to warm up to them as much as you do. He’ll put up with them for you, but they aren’t going to be best buds anytime soon.

8. They are careful spenders.

Entrepreneurs don’t just splurge cash whenever they like, they make sure to analyze every item they want to purchase before they actually buy them. Them, of all people, knows the value of money, so don’t fret if your man doesn’t buy that really expensive perfume for you– most probably he doesn’t think that it’s worth the price.

9. They meet strangers pretty often.

Be especially open-minded whenever your man is talking to tons of strangers every day, part of an entrepreneur’s job is to establish strong connections, so if you see him chatting it up with someone you don’t know, don’t get jealous! He’s probably just networking.

10. They take their “me” time seriously.

Often enough, entrepreneurs work themselves hard to the point of exhaustion, so if your man requests for a day off just for himself, respect his space because he needs the time to de-stress and recharge his energy. You can ask if he wants to spend his resting time with you, but if he refuses, don’t get mad. He’ll just probably sleep all day anyway.

11. They might miss out on dates and special events.

Because entrepreneurs don’t work the typical 9-5 schedule, their schedule is pretty erratic, therefore there may be times when he couldn’t show up for a date or a family get-together because of sudden business opportunities he couldn’t miss. Be a little open-minded about this.

12. They have opinions about everything.

Being an entrepreneur means they stay up to date with current news and trends. And trust me, they have an opinion about every single one of them. They aren’t afraid of voicing out their opinions as well, so if you’re up for a debate with your partner, don’t expect to win.

13. They ask tons of questions.

Entrepreneurs are naturally curious. They don’t like it when they’re in the dark, and at times it may seem childish, but that’s just the way they are. If you decide to date an entrepreneur, get ready for all the inquisitions!

14. They are excellent judges of character.

They can’t read minds, but entrepreneurs have this uncanny ability to discern a person’s nature just by meeting them for the first time. They meet strangers almost every day, so to be a successful entrepreneur they have to be good in figuring out which of those people they meet are beneficial to their business or startups.

15. They aren’t showy with their affections.

Oftentimes, entrepreneurs are so busy that you might feel your partner is not taking you seriously. You may also wonder why he isn’t holding your hands or kissing you in public. That doesn’t mean he’s not into you. He just wants to maintain a professional demeanor at all times. But when you’re both alone, expect tons of kisses and hugs.

16. They are moody individuals.

If you’re dating an entrepreneur, expect his constantly changing moods. His business or startup affects him personally, so there may be times when he’s extremely happy, and days when he’s sullen and moody. Think you can live with that?

17. They aren’t “rich.”

You think dating an entrepreneur means dining in expensive restaurants and living in a mansion? Think again, girl. More often than not, entrepreneurs shell out lots of money to invest in their business or startup, so if they can’t afford to take you to that really expensive restaurant you’re dying to go to, please understand. If you stick with your partner during these times, the rewards you get after his success will be all worth it.