EDITORIAL COMMENT : Thank you Janet, Munya

Working together as couples, in joint family business ventures, can be hard to manage, at times.

It requires maturity to ensure that we separate work and bedroom matters.

It can end romantic unions, especially when the other party is insecure, greedy and arrogant.

In most cases, it has led to tension and unnecessary fights.

It can also stall progress, especially when the other half is unprofessional.

However, working together and supporting each other as spouses can produce wonders when both parties know their roles.

These roles must be clearly spelt out to ensure that peace prevails.

Once parties know their duties, and responsibilities in joint ventures, progress, happiness and success will be guaranteed.

In yesterday’s issue, we carried an inspiring story of how couples can complement each other if they share the same vision.

Multiple award-winning gospel diva, Janet Manyowa, instantly comes to mind.

She showed us that there is nothing wrong in roping in our spouses to be part of our business ventures.

Janet sent a clear message that it’s never too late to seek our spouses’ services if they have the necessary skills required.

She saluted her husband, Munyaradzi Manyowa, for his role in shaping her career. Janet described Munyaradzi, who doubles up as her manager, as her pillar of strength.

She also hailed Munya as a creative genius, and strategist, who is doing a lot behind the scenes.

It’s very rare to see couples working together in peace, as is the case with Janet and Munya. Janet revealed she amassed all the gongs in the cabinet with the support of Munya.

The “Munya-Janet Manyowa” model is all that we need for progress’ sake, especially when the other party has the expertise required. Their model should be a lesson to other players in showbiz.

This has worked for comedienne Madam Boss whose affairs are handled by her husband, Ngoni “Mhofela” Munetsiwa.

Fungisai Zvakavapano became a household name when her partner, Courage Mashavave, was running her affairs back in the day.

Courage made sure that Fungisai remained in the public eye for good reasons.

The same goes for Pastor Charles Charamba and his wife Olivia, who work together.

The world over, there are several international athletes whose business affairs are managed by their spouses.

It only takes faith, transparency and focus for this model to work.

In life, we should always support each other as couples and ensure that we succeed as a family.

However, such models will never work for most couples, especially when the other part lacks maturity, professionalism and focus.

In cases, where the other part lacks the expertise, it’s wise to consult those who are capable.

In a nutshell, let’s take a cue from the Janet/Munyaradzi model and enjoy the fruits of our hard work.

This can also apply in other fields like mining, agriculture, to mention but just a few.