by Hélène | May 12, 2016 | Next Act for Women
A call from her husband about a mix up in childcare was the last straw for Linda. Soon, she would leave her corporate job and begin a journey that would culminate in the publication of her new book, Women and Transition. Tell us a little about your...
by Hélène | May 9, 2016 | Next Act for Women
After her husband’s tragic death, Karen kept his talent agency business going, but her heart was not in it. She followed her passion and launched a blog where she tests and recommends plant-based recipes. Tell us a little about your background… I was lucky...
by Hélène | May 5, 2016 | Next Act for Women
After 24 years as an accomplished neuropsychology professor, clinician, and researcher, New Zealander Jenni Ogden is living off-grid on the Great Barrier Island, off the northeast coast of New Zealand, and finally making good on her dream to publish her first novel....
by Hélène | May 2, 2016 | Expert Interviews
In interviewing women in midlife, I come across many who are writing, or wish to write, their first book in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. As a professional book writing coach, focusing on nonfiction, do you think everyone has a book in them? Not necessarily everyone,...
by Hélène | Apr 28, 2016 | Next Act for Women
A speech about the launch of a public school in New York City was the “aha” moment for Mary to bring her interests in education, children, and her city together. She and her team opened the Hawthorn Leadership School for Girls in 2015, serving under-resourced, high...