In this latest episode, we sat down with M. Denise Simmons, owner of Wisdom Senior Care, to discuss her journey through the challenges of being part of the sandwich generation, caring for her mother with dementia, and how she transformed this experience into a mission to help other families.
Episode Highlights:
- Understanding the Sandwich Generation: Denise explains what it means to be part of the sandwich generation and the unique challenges faced.
- Impact on Career: Discussion on how caregiving responsibilities can affect career progression and personal well-being.
- The Birth of Wisdom Senior Care: How Denise transitioned from caregiver to entrepreneur by establishing her senior care business.
- Recognizing Caregiver Burnout: Important signs that indicate a caregiver may need help and support.
- Dementia Communication: Insights into understanding dementia and its impact on communication with loved ones.
- Franchising for Generational Wealth: Denise shares her thoughts on creating generational wealth through franchising in senior care.
- Business Challenges: The realities of running a senior care business and overcoming obstacles.
- Mindset Matters: The importance of maintaining a “Why Not Me?” mindset when pursuing entrepreneurial goals.
- Building Relationships: How genuine business relationships can foster growth and success.
- Best Business Advice: Denise’s top advice for entrepreneurs: “Do it afraid” and “Do it scared, but don’t do it unprepared.”
Listen to the Full Episode:
You can catch the entire conversation with M. Denise Simmons by clicking here to watch the episode on YouTube.