Debra Wimpee, the executive director of Soldiers Wish and mayor of Broken Arrow, shares her journey and the impact of Soldiers Wish on the community. She discusses the challenges and rewards of being in a leadership position and the importance of being intentional with time and balancing work and personal life. The conversation also touches on the significance of financial management and managing people effectively. The hosts also introduce a new segment using conversation cards to spark meaningful discussions. Debra Wimpee, the Mayor of Broken Arrow, shares her experiences as a business owner and her involvement with Soldiers Wish. She discusses the importance of giving back and the impact it can have on both individuals and communities. Debra also talks about the challenges she has faced as a single mother and the lessons she has learned. The conversation touches on topics such as expertise, taking risks, and the power of networking. Overall, the discussion highlights the importance of perseverance, growth, and supporting others.
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00:00 Introduction and Discussion on Entrepreneurship
01:50 Introducing Debra Wimpee and Soldiers Wish
02:41 Debrah's Background and Journey to Leadership
04:36 Entering Politics and Becoming Mayor
05:58 The Role of Mayor and City Management
06:45 Challenges and Rewards of Being Mayor
08:06 Representing the United States as Mayor
10:19 Day-to-Day Responsibilities as Mayor
12:09 Managing Finances and People
14:53 Soldiers Wish: Supporting Veterans' Transition
21:39 Financial Management and Business Ownership
23:26 Introduction to Conversation Cards
25:23 Discussion on Personal Growth and Learning
27:34 Failures and Successes of the Year
32:56 Reflecting on Failures and Successes
36:13 Planning a Family Reunion and Celebrating Success
37:37 The Power of Giving Back
38:56 Challenges and Growth as a Single Mother
46:20 Expertise: Experience and Continuous Learning
50:22 Taking Risks and Embracing New Opportunities
57:26 The Importance of Networking and Building Relationships
01:04:29 Perseverance and Support: Overcoming Challenges
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