What Happens When You Start a Business With the Love of Your Life

07/05/16 • 20 min

Imagine starting a company with your significant other. Does that sound like a dream...or a nightmare? For married couple Anna and Nathan Bond, it seemed only natural to start a business together. Years ago, they began Rifle Paper Co., a stationery company, out of their garage. In this episode, Anna and Nathan share the real implications of having your business partner and romantic partner be the same person in your life - and how their relationship has been a key to growing Rifle Paper Co.

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