#034: The Bottom Line - John Masterson Psychologist & Columnist, Ian Talbot CEO of Chambers Ireland, Rachael Doyle & Cathaoirleach Peter "Chap" Cleere

This week on The Bottom Line, John Purcell talks to regular KCLR guest presenter John Masterson who is a Doctor of Psychology & columnist with Sunday Independent, as well as a communications adviser to businesses. John discusses how people in business can mentally adjust themselves to cope with the enormous challenges businesses have had to face & how they can equip themselves for the future challenges in the midst of the Covid-19 crisis.   Ian Talbot, CEO of Chambers Ireland talks to John about the measures that are in place to support businesses in what are unprecedented times for business and how the local Chambers in Carlow & Kilkenny are on hand to provide support at a local level for businesses. Also Rachel Doyle of Arboretum Lifestyle & Garden Centre talks to John on the changes that they have implemented to deal with the challenging environment as well has the importance of being out in the garden at the moment and how plants can be of benefit to all in challenging times. Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council Peter "Chap" Cleere, talks about the leadership of Kilkenny County Council and the actions that the council have taken in ensuring that advice from the HSE and the Chief Medical Officer are adhered to. Talking Shop Continues with Nicki Hoyne of My Shining Armour and The Hero Podcast, Mag Kirwan of Goatsbridge Trout Farm & Julian Hughes of Hughes Farming. Produced by Deirdre Dromey.To contact the show, email [email protected]