Sue Ryan and How High-Achieving Women Manage Caregiving and Business—Without Sacrificing One for the Other

Welcome to Good Girls Get Rich! I’m your host, Karen Yankovich, and today’s episode hits close to home for so many of us—balancing the demands of caregiving while still building a successful, profitable business. We’ve all heard of the “sandwich generation,” right? Those of us who are caring for our aging parents while still supporting our children and running our businesses. It’s tough, it’s real, and it’s not talked about nearly enough in the entrepreneurial world. That’s why I’m so excited for you to meet my guest, Sue Ryan.

Sue is an expert in caregiving AND business strategy, and she’s walked the walk. She knows how it feels to juggle these roles and come out on the other side with success—not just surviving, but thriving. If you’re like me and so many of the incredible women in my She’s LinkedUp program, this conversation is going to speak to your soul.

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Episode Highlights:

Sue and I dive into the real-life challenges we face as women caring for loved ones while still showing up as leaders in our businesses. We talk about why it’s crucial to normalize these conversations in our workplaces and how you can set yourself up for success in both areas of life without burning out.

In this episode, we cover:

• How caregiving can impact your business and what you can do to stay profitable while still being there for the people who matter most.
• The importance of creating boundaries and why having honest conversations with your family and business team is key to reducing stress.
• Practical tips for building a support system—from leveraging technology to outsourcing tasks—so you don’t feel like you have to do it all on your own.
• Why it’s essential to remove the stigma of caregiving in business and how you can lead by example for your employees and contractors.
• Strategies for keeping your business running smoothly while still being present for your family.

Sue and I both understand that you don’t have to choose between being a great caregiver and running a successful business. In fact, the strategies we share in this episode will help you thrive in both roles—without sacrificing one for the other. There is a way to support your loved ones AND continue to build wealth and influence. We’ve got your back!

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Magical Quotes from the Episode:

Sue Ryan:

1. "The goal is to help family caregivers become confident, balanced, and supported in all phases of their journey, without sacrificing their professional lives."

2. "By 2030, more people will be over 65 than under, and the available pool of caregivers is shrinking. It's critical for businesses to start recognizing and supporting the caregiving role."

3. "You don’t have to navigate caregiving and business alone. Leverage your support systems and get creative—whether it's technology or a community of people who understand the journey."

Karen Yankovich:

1. "Caregiving is a reality for so many entrepreneurs, and it’s not something we talk about enough—but it absolutely impacts how we run our businesses."

2. "I’ve realized over the years that running a business while supporting aging parents isn’t something you just ‘figure out’—it requires real strategy, boundaries, and planning."

3. "As a business leader, I’m not just thinking about myself. I have employees and contractors who are also juggling these same challenges. We need to create support systems that work for everyone."

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

• Sue Ryan’s Caregiver’s Journey Program (7-day free access!)

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