Ep #101: Data and Human Connection in Business with Richard Walsh

Richard Walsh is a 30-year veteran business owner and bestselling author of Escape the Owner Prison: The contractor’s new way to scale, regain control, and fast track growth while loving life. He is also the host of the ETOP Academy business coaching program and host of the ETOP Podcast. On Story Tuesday, Richard shares lessons he learned the hard way from pivoting in marketing and branding without getting the right data in advance that cost him and the bottom line of his business tremendously. Richard also talks about engagement, communication, and how -as part of an incubator- he helped pivot and adapt when the pandemic hit and so much of the communication and engagement that is essential to business disappeared overnight. This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching. Want to learn how to make adaptability your superpower to thrive in business and beyond? Learn psychology and neuroscience-backed frameworks and tools to harness the adaptability of the human brain. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching  Guest Links:FREE Build Value/Build Profit ebook https://bit.ly/3jHgkmYbvbpregFREE "Top 3 secrets" to Scaling your business webinar: https://bit.ly/2GpTKjSwebinarregWebsite: www.escapetheownerprison.comEscape the Owner Prison Book: https://bit.ly/37MUDgHetopbookFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/richard.walsh.9231/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-walsh-866ab237/ Host Links:Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. © 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved.   ABOUT THE PODCASTYou were built for speed.But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.It only burns them out.Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.DISCLAIMERThis content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being. © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.