Keywords

business, crisis management, support network, accountability, ethical sourcing, entrepreneurship, resilience, relationships, personal growth, leadership

Summary

In this episode of Beyond the Label, Dr. Lisa Gordon discusses the profound impact of crises on personal and business growth. She emphasizes the importance of building a strong support network, taking accountability for decisions, and prioritizing relationships over revenue. Through her personal experiences, she illustrates how challenges reveal true character and the necessity of resilience in entrepreneurship.

Takeaways

Crisis reveals the true character of individuals and businesses.

Building a support network is crucial before facing challenges.

Forgiveness and accountability are essential for personal growth.

Partnerships should be based on trust and safety, not convenience.

Every decision made is based on the knowledge available at the time.

Values and relationships are more important than revenue.

It's okay to not have all the answers immediately.

Resilience is built through tested relationships and trust.

Asking the right questions is key to navigating challenges.

Growth comes from facing and overcoming storms together.

Sound Bites

"Crisis reveals what is missing."

"What is gonna hold you up?"

"It's not about what you know."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Beyond the Label

00:32 Crisis Reveals Character

01:12 Building a Business from Scratch

03:13 The Importance of Relationships

04:59 Forgiveness and Accountability

06:47 Lessons from Crisis

08:17 Conclusion and Call to Action