Hi Sue,
I work two companies. There are many factors to consider if you are going to work with two companies. I feel like I can juggle things quite well because I do not work outside the home, I only have one child and she is always eager to help me with some of the office tasks.
My companies offer completely different products and the product knowledge for each is quite easy. If I had to keep up with a lot of different products and recommend benefits for each one it would make things a lot more complicated for me.
I don't have a lot of business expenses with my companies. Both companies only do two catalogs a year so I don't have to buy monthly sales brochures, etc.
It's good to think about how you will share your business with others. Will you simply promote both businesses or choose what to promote based on the persons interests? If this seems complicated to you, you may want to stick with one business.
Will you build a team with both business or just one? You will want to be knowledgeable and available for your team. If you do build a team with both you may eventually have to give up one of your businesses. Many companies require exclusivity once you reach a certain level in the company, like Director.
As far as family support it can be difficult. It took me awhile to find companies to work with and I thought my family would think I was crazy for trying so many different things. As it turns out they said they loved my entrepreneurial spirit and my unwillingness to give up. I feel like I have to have something for myself that I enjoy. I would be miserable if I didn't pursue my interests, which would probably rub off on my family. You've heard the saying..."If momma ain't happy, ain't' nobody happy"....something like that.
So, just some things to think about.