Richard Walsh is joined by Deb Krier, founder of Wise Women Communications, as she shares her inspiring journey through cancer and its impact on her business approach. They discuss the challenges of adapting to remote work and the essential role of business coaching. Deb emphasizes the importance of communicating health issues and fostering a supportive culture within the team, highlighting teamwork, delegation, and mentorship's value. They explore the significance of setting client boundaries and using tools like Voxer for effective communication. The episode wraps up with insights on leadership challenges, business contingency planning, and the necessity of strategic personal preparedness, concluding with Deb's final thoughts and ways to connect.

(0:00 ) Introduction and welcoming Deb Krier
(1:24 ) Deb Krier's backstory and founding Wise Women Communications
(2:36 ) Cancer journey, treatment complications, and TryNotToDie.live
(7:50 ) Business challenges and reassessing priorities post-diagnosis
(10:42 ) Remote work adaptation and the value of business coaching
(15:32 ) Communicating health issues and building a supportive culture
(20:12 ) Teamwork, delegation, and the importance of mentorship
(25:19 ) Realizing team independence and managing ego
(27:54 ) Business owner's role and setting client boundaries
(32:25 ) Changing clients' lives and using Voxer for communication
(39:24 ) Leadership in coaching and personal challenges for business owners
(46:20 ) Business contingency planning and key elements
(50:19 ) Personal preparedness and setting time for strategic planning
(52:31 ) Final thoughts from Deb Krier and connecting with her
(54:05 ) Closing remarks and sponsor mention