Summary

In this episode of the Core Brands Podcast, Roberta Rechena speaks with Donna Reilly about her journey from HR generalist to successful business owner in the wellness sector. They discuss the importance of well-being in the workplace, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the significance of networking and community support. Donna shares her insights on maintaining personal wellness while managing a growing business and highlights the evolving landscape of workplace wellness post-COVID. The conversation concludes with Donna's future plans for her business and how she envisions the role of well-being in organizations moving forward.

Takeaways

The importance of having a supportive team to achieve business goals.

Well-being initiatives can significantly reduce absenteeism and increase engagement.

Transitioning from employee to business owner requires adaptability and resilience.

Networking with other business owners can alleviate feelings of isolation.

Self-awareness is crucial for maintaining personal well-being.

Perseverance is key in overcoming initial business challenges.

There is a strong sense of community among entrepreneurs in similar fields.

Success is measured not just by awards but by individual impacts on clients.

Workplace wellness is becoming an integral part of business culture.

Employees need to take ownership of their own well-being.

Sound Bites

"More people, please."

"It's a full life, controlled busy."

"Naivety was probably my biggest strength."

"Perseverance, 100% was a huge challenge."

"There's enough business to go around."

"It's about the individual impact."

"It's not going anywhere, it's here to stay."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Icebreaker

01:42 Transitioning from HR to Business Ownership

06:20 Building a Team and Overcoming Challenges

10:22 Perseverance and Networking in Business

15:36 Maintaining Wellness as a Business Owner

19:07 Common Challenges Among Entrepreneurs

24:49 Success Stories and Impact

27:35 Future Plans and Growth

30:13 The Evolving Landscape of Workplace Wellness

34:27 Connecting with Donna Reilly

Stay connected with Donna:

https://www.donnareillywellness.ie/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnareillywellness/

https://www.instagram.com/donnareillypeoplewellness/

Stay connected with Roberta:

Follow on Instagram: @designbyroberta and @corenandformdesign

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