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Ever wondered what it’s really like to run a business with your other half? In this uplifting conversation, I’m joined by Natalie and John of Ralston Contracts, a hard-landscaping, family-run business in Ayrshire. We get into the rhythms of life/work overlap, how they divide roles (site operations vs. client care & growth), keeping calm through cash-flow wobbles, and why shared values + complementary strengths beat “same job, same view” every time.

In this episode, we cover:

• Morning routines, school runs, and the seamless switch from family to work mode
• Clear role splits: on-site leadership vs. customer journey, planning & business development
• Disagreeing like adults: communication, respect, and zero drama
• Cash-flow lessons from year 1 to year 2 (and how monthly management reports helped)
• Boundaries, late-night emails, and switching off as a team
• Advice for couples considering a family business (especially if you’re in trades)

Connect with Ralston Contracts: Looking for patios, paths or garden builds in Ayrshire? Find Natalie & John @ Ralston Contracts here (Ayrshire, Scotland)

Special thanks to our sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by KM Tax Returns. KM tax returns is a unique small business accountant that checks in monthly so you always know your numbers, stay on top of tax, and avoid end-of-year stress. Get more details at kmtaxreturns.co.uk

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