Are You Embracing a Growth Mindset in All Areas of Your Life?
If you’re a woman over 40, you’ve likely mastered many aspects of life, career, relationships, and personal growth. But are you still embracing a growth
Embrace Joy by Noticing the Life You’re Living
The Art of Slowing Down and Truly Seeing Your Life When traveling or spending time with family, I pause to say to someone I’m with,
Solo and Sizzling: How to Make Valentine’s Day All About You!
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples—it’s a celebration of love in all its forms, including self-love! If you’re a woman over 40 flying solo this
How to Combat Ageism in the Workplace
How to combat ageism in the workplace can be a real hurdle for women, affecting their opportunities, inclusion, and career growth. Yet, there are numerous
The ABC’s of Back to School
Heading back to school for women over forty is both an exciting and daunting prospect. Whether you’re pursuing a new career, finishing a degree, or
Your Second Act! Exploring Your Encore Career
Retirement marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. For many women, this transition can be both exhilarating and daunting. While some
Create A Peaceful Transition from Work to Personal Time
In today’s fast-paced world, where the line between work and personal life often blurs, the art of transitioning between the two has never been more
Nurturing Sisterhood! Celebrating, Connecting, and Supporting
In a world where relationships are often measured by digital connections, the strength of bonds formed by women in midlife is nothing short of inspiring.
The Hiring Manager vs. HR Manager
In the world of job hunting, the terms “HR Manager” and “Hiring Manager” are often used interchangeably, creating confusion for job seekers. However, understanding the
Midlife Career Change: When Your Career No Longer Feels Right
Midlife Career Change: When Your Career No Longer Feels Right You 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: Is this really what I want for the next five or ten years? It can be a confusing question, especially when nothing is terribly wrong. Maybe you have a good job. You’re good at what you do. You appreciate the income and security you’ve created. And yet, something feels different. When Success Starts to Change For years, success may have meant getting the promotion, earning more money, leading the team,
Your Next Chapter in Life: 7 Questions to Explore What’s Next
What Do You Think About When the Day Gets Quiet? Do You Wonder about what’s Next in Life? It’s a little after 8 p.m. The dishes are done. The house is quiet. You’ve made yourself a cup of tea and, for the first time all day, no one needs anything from you. You settle into your favorite chair and your mind begins to wander. Not to tomorrow’s to-do list or the emails waiting for you in the morning. Instead, you start thinking about you. Maybe there’s a book you’ve always wanted to write. Maybe you’ve thought about starting a walking group in your neighborhood, but the idea of putting yourself out there feels a little uncomfortable. Perhaps you’ve wondered what it would be like to
Human Skills in the Age of AI: Why They Matter More Than Ever
Human Skills in the Age of AI: Why They Matter More Than Ever The other day, I was reading yet another article about artificial intelligence ( AI ) 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. It felt like a breath of fresh air. In a world obsessed with what machines can do, it reminded me of what only humans can do. Everywhere we turn, someone is talking about AI. AI can write emails, summarize reports, create images, answer questions, and even help us plan our next vacation. It
3 Reasons to Create a Summer Bucket List This Year
When was the last time you made a summer bucket list? Here are 3 reasons to create a summer bucket list this year! 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. Somewhere along the way, many of us stopped planning summers for ourselves. We became busy raising families, building careers, caring for loved ones, and managing life’s endless responsibilities. Summer became something we helped create for everyone else. But what if this year was different? What if you gave yourself permission to create a summer filled with joy, curiosity, and a little bit of fun? Here are three reasons
Encore Career: Why You Should Start Exploring Your Next Chapter Before Retirement
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. What I loved most after the article was published were the responses from readers. One woman shared that she found her encore career as a caregiver. Another retired from a demanding healthcare role and now teaches lipreading classes on her own schedule, combining purpose, flexibility, and fulfillment. Others expressed a desire for stimulating work that supports their lifestyle, energy, and personal well-being. What stood out to me most was this: many people are not waiting until retirement to begin exploring what comes next. They are experimenting, testing ideas,
Four Questions Answered About Encore Careers
If you’ve been thinking, “What’s next for me?”, you’re not alone. More and more people are exploring an encore career: 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 where to begin, here are four common questions answered. What exactly is an encore career? An encore career is not just another job, it’s a shift. It’s work that feels more aligned with who you are now, not who you were earlier in your career. For some, that means turning a long-held interest into income. For others, it’s using their professional experience in a new way, such as consulting, mentoring, or working in a mission-driven organization. The key is that
LinkedIn Profile Optimization: 4 Improvements for You
LinkedIn Profile Optimization: 4 Improvements That Help Recruiters Find You If you are currently job searching or even thinking about your next career move, LinkedIn profile optimization is one of the most important steps you can take to increase your visibility with recruiters. Recruiters and hiring managers use LinkedIn every day to search for qualified candidates. In many cases, they review LinkedIn profiles before they ever look at a resume. If your profile is incomplete, unclear, or missing key information, you may never appear in their search results. The good news? You don’t need a complete overhaul to start improving your visibility. A few strategic updates can make a meaningful difference. Here are four LinkedIn profile optimization tips you can implement right now to help
Have You Lost Your Voice?
Have You Lost Your Voice? At some point in our lives, many women begin to feel smaller and feel like they have lost their voice. 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, “It’s not worth saying,” or worse, “Who am I to speak up?” I see this pattern often in my work as a career and life coach, especially among women in midlife and beyond. Through years of relationships, workplaces, caregiving roles, and life experiences, many of us have learned to soften, accommodate, or stay silent to keep the peace or
How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for Job Search Success
How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for Recruiters and Hiring Managers If you’re looking for a job, your LinkedIn profile is not optional. Recruiters and hiring managers search LinkedIn every single day to find qualified candidates. In many cases, they search LinkedIn before reviewing resumes. If your profile is outdated, incomplete, or unclear, you may never even enter the conversation. And here’s the key: small tweaks create big gains. When Job Searching, Visibility Is Everything When you apply for a position, most hiring managers immediately look you up online. An optimized LinkedIn profile can: Reinforce your resume Clarify your strengths and positioning Show professionalism and attention to detail Demonstrate current activity and engagement But visibility doesn’t just depend on having a profile. It depends on
How a Certified Digital Career Strategist Helps You Stand Out in an AI-Driven Job Market
How a Certified Digital Career Strategist Helps You Stand Out in an AI-Driven Job Market A Certified Digital Career Strategist helps you stand out in an AI-driven job market by ensuring your experience, skills, and digital presence are positioned for how hiring actually works today, not how it worked five years ago. The job market is no longer just competitive; it’s algorithmic. Artificial intelligence now plays a significant role in how candidates are discovered, filtered, and evaluated before a human ever reviews a résumé or LinkedIn profile. This shift is why choosing a career coach who actively keeps up with technology is essential. I’m proud to share that I am now a Certified Digital Career Strategist (CDCS) through PARWCC. This certification is designed specifically