Maybe you recognize this feeling. You’ve built a successful career. You’ve accomplished things you’re proud of, learned more than you ever imagined, and perhaps you’re still doing work you enjoy. You’re not necessarily unhappy. And you’re certainly not ready to be done. But somewhere in the back of your mind…

ou worked hard to get here. You built your career, gained experience, earned respect, navigated changes, raised families, met deadlines, solved problems, and probably handled more than anyone will ever know. So why does the career you worked so hard for sometimes leave you wondering…

“I think I want to do something different, but am I too old to change careers?” It’s a question I hear often as a career coach for women over 40. I work with women who know something needs to change. Some are considering a career pivot, while others are wondering if it’s finally time to explore something entirely new…

The other day, I was reading yet another article about artificial intelligence and all the ways it is changing our world. While fascinating, I found myself feeling a little weary of the constant focus on technology. Then I came across a simple reminder about the importance of human skills such as empathy, listening, communication, and adaptability…

When was the last time you made a summer bucket list? Not a grocery list. Not a to do list. Not a list of projects waiting to be completed around the house. I mean a list filled with simple pleasures, small adventures, and experiences that make you smile…

In my recent article,“Four Questions Answered About Encore Careers,” I discussed how encore careers are less about starting over and more about building forward into work that feels purposeful and aligned with who you are today…

If you’ve been thinking, “What’s next for me?”, you’re not alone. More and more people are exploring encore careers: meaningful work pursued in the second half of life that blends purpose, flexibility, and often a new sense of identity. If you’re curious but unsure…

For many women, retirement isn’t the finish line we once imagined. Instead, it often becomes a moment of reflection, a chance to ask, What’s next? More women today are working after retirement, not because they have to, but because they want to stay engaged, contribute their experience, or create a new sense of purpose.

At some point in our lives, many women begin to feel smaller. Not physically, but emotionally, energetically, and internally. You may notice it in subtle ways. You hesitate before speaking. You second-guess your opinions. You defer to others, even when you know better. Over time, confidence erodes, and a quiet voice inside says…

January often arrives with a familiar message: eliminate. Cut sugar. Declutter your home. Lose weight. Let go of habits that didn’t work last year. While simplification has its place, many New Year…