Connecting with Audiences Everywhere at 51: Sally Lou’s Story
After 27 years warming up audiences for The Oprah Winfrey Show, Sally Lou started her own business helping people connect to their greatest talents. Tell us a little about your background… I always knew I wanted to work in TV. When I was 14 years old, my mother took...
Empowering Afghan Women in Midlife: Connie’s Story
When Connie retired from her corporate job at the age of 48, she founded a nonprofit aimed at transforming the lives of Afghan women and their families through the sale of exquisite hand-woven rugs and bracelets. Tell us a little about your background… I am 60 and...
Publishing a Memoir at 62: Judith’s Story
While caring for her aging, ailing parents, Judith found peace and acceptance by writing about her experience; she shares her recollections of the six years she spent as a caregiver in her newly released memoir and advice book. Tell us a little about yourself… I grew...
Combating Child Sex Trafficking at 64: Opal’s Story
A mission in Cambodia assisting girls who have been rescued from sex slavery and an awakening to the problem of child sex trafficking in the United States led Opal out of retirement. She has made it her life’s mission to educate the public and government officials...
Creating a Community of Midlife Women at 49: Sharon’s Story
When Sharon faced an empty nest and lots of job rejections, she launched her own career. Through her blogging and community building, she has become a powerhouse among midlife women writers. Tell us a little about your background… I was born and raised in Great Neck,...
Becoming a Writing Teacher and Creative Coach at 47: Ellie’s Story
After nearly 20 years of writing for TV, Ellie channeled her creative talent toward giving back by working with youths and artists. Tell us a little about your background… Well, my life has had many acts! I grew up in Winnetka, IL, and studied English at Bryn Mawr...
Becoming a Fashion Stylist at 45: Jennifer’s Story
After leaving the law, Jennifer returned to her first love, fashion, by starting a business helping women develop their personal style and curate their closets. Tell us a little about your background… My grandfather was an internationally renowned psychoanalyst; he...
Advocating for Therapeutic Drug Policies in Her 50s: Gretchen’s Story
When both her sons became addicted to drugs and ended up in the criminal justice system, Gretchen organized parents to fight against punitive US drug policies and end the “war on drugs.” Tell us a little about your background… I was raised on an avocado ranch in...
Creating Healthy Workplace Cultures at 55: Jeanne’s Story
Leveraging her background in therapy and the family business, Jeanne found the perfect way to marry her skills and passions by starting a business dedicated to solving workplace disharmony. Tell us about your background leading up to your next act… I grew up in the...
Becoming a Counselor in the UK at 45: Oenone’s Story
Through the help of coaching, Oenone was able to clarify her path and rekindle her long ago interest in psychology; she went back to school and opened her own practice outside of London. Tell us about your background… I was born in Wales, in the UK, the oldest of two...
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