Building Your Support Network with Crisis Navigation Partner, Debra Woog (Ep. 4)

Losing a loved one is a difficult milestone that often evolves into a crisis situation.  Frequently, many extremely important decisions need to be made quickly, under intense pressure and emotion.  Without an adequate support network of friends, family, and professionals, completing even simple tasks can seem insurmountable. Join Andy Dziedzic, MBA as he talks with Debra Woog, a Crisis Navigation Partner® with over 30 years of experience shepherding clients through crises and crossroads by creating and implementing a practical plan of action together.  Debra describes the critical steps to take in managing the loss of a spouse and how to confidently navigate the variety of decisions to be made, especially when there is little to no warning.  Together, Debra and Andy share valuable insights and best practices for civilians and business owners to best prepare for the unexpected upheaval of becoming a member of the widowed community. Andy and Debra discuss: Building the skills to effectively navigate crisis management How to identify and assemble a rock-solid support network before a crisis happens Preparing for difficult conversations with friends and loved ones in the wake of a loss, and the benefits of professional guidance when needed The importance of community, communication, and capacity building during times of grief How a Crisis Navigation Partner® can provide invaluable assistance during intense, decision-heavy life changes And more… Resources: Connect2 Free Connect2 Consultation PDF – Crisis Navigation Considerations for Brilliance-Based® Leaders  Get in Touch with the Widow Empowerment Project:  Connect with Andy Visit our website Connect with Debra Woog: LinkedIn: Debra Woog Instagram: Debra Woog Facebook – Connect2 About Our Guest:  Debra Woog is a Crisis Navigation Partner® and founder of Connect2. She provides leaders with expertise, structure and empathy so they can process difficult situations, connect with necessary resources, communicate effectively, and lead with a clear mind and solid strategy. Having experienced her own crises and crossroads, Debra realizes the importance of an outside resource to provide perspective while navigating difficult circumstances, decisions, and conversations. For more than two decades, Debra Woog has guided professionals to accelerate their individual development and career growth with outstanding communications. Her career path includes conducting primary research at Harvard Business School for an award-winning book, directing admissions and career development for the MIT dual-Master’s program Leaders for Global Operations, and advising technology companies. The Boston Globe profiled Debra for her outstanding abilities to select talented candidates, motivate and develop employees, and resolve conflicts between people as well as between organizations. Her work has also been featured in Forbes, Inc., US News & World Report and more.