From Survival to Mission: A Founder's Evolution in Healthcare Leadership - Special Snack Episode, EP 168

In this special "snack episode" of the Thriving Practice podcast, host Miranda Dorta interviews Tracy Cherpeski about her journey in building a mission-driven company. Tracy shares her unexpected path into coaching, beginning as a necessity during a major life transition with young children, and evolving into a focused healthcare provider coaching practice. The conversation reveals how her initial desire for career flexibility transformed into a larger vision of creating systemic change in healthcare, while offering insights into leading a mission-driven organization. Key Points: Tracy's journey into coaching was unexpected, transitioning from international work and consulting after a major life change The company's evolution from a general coaching practice to a specialized healthcare provider focus The importance of staying committed to your mission, even when it feels "weird" (which Tracy notes comes from the word "supernatural") How the company's vision expanded from seeking work-life flexibility to creating systemic change in healthcare The value of remaining deeply connected to client work while maintaining professional boundaries The importance of fostering team creativity and allowing new perspectives to shape the company's growth Notable Quote: "Self disclosure - if you ever want to learn what you're really made of, start a business." - Tracy Cherpeski Connect With Us: Be a Guest on the Show Thriving Practice Community Schedule Strategy Session with Tracy Tracy’s LinkedIn Business LinkedIn Page Thriving Practice Community Instagram