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All My Future is Behind Me
I am pleased to present a special guest writer! Ann Richardson! I met Ann in the Sixty and Me Community as we are both guest writers on their website! I read this piece and reached out to ask if she would mind sharing it with my community! I hope you enjoy it and check out more of Ann’s work. Every now and then, one comes across a word or saying that sums up a situation with great clarity. This one has an immediate emotional punch. It was said to me by a woman I met by chance, while waiting for
Manifest Your Shining Star and Build Confidence!
Have you felt invisible after turning 40, 50 or 60? You are not alone! Many women experience this sense of fading into the background as society tends to prioritize youth and overlook the wisdom and beauty that come with age. It’s not uncommon to feel like your voice is getting lost amidst the noise or that your presence is no longer noticed as it once was. The feelings of invisibility can be disheartening and can even take a toll on your self-esteem and confidence. Imagine walking into a room and feeling a sense of self-assurance radiating from within. Picture yourself
Now is the Time to Invest in Yourself
As Women, we are faced with a unique set of challenges. Often we are juggling work, family, and other responsibilities, which can leave little time for personal growth and development. However, investing in oneself is essential for personal and professional growth, and it’s never too late to start today! I will be sharing why it is important for us to invest in ourselves and provide some ideas, while including a success story of someone who invested in herself and how it enriched her life! The Benefits of Investing in Yourself Investing in oneself can bring about numerous benefits. Firstly, it
Feeling Lost Navigating Your Next Chapter?
Are you feeling lost navigating your next chapter? Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us – even those of us with multiple degrees and a library card that’s more worn than our favorite pair of slippers. It’s like trying to decipher a cryptic crossword puzzle – challenging, frustrating, and you might end up with ink all over your fingers. But fear not, with your intellect and a healthy dose of humor, you’ll find your way to a new and exciting chapter in your life. So put down that book for a minute and let’s get started. Feeling lost
Don’t Let CHAT GPT Write Your Resume
Picture this – you’ve spent hours perfecting your resume, trying to make it stand out from the crowd. You’ve scoured the internet for the best resume writing tips and templates while spending countless cups of coffee writing and rewriting. Finally, you sit back and admire your masterpiece, only to realize that it’s as boring as watching paint dry. You think to yourself, “I need something to spice this up, something that’ll make it pop!” And then it hits you – why not use Chat GPT to generate your resume? But wait, before you do that, let me tell you a
Frustrated in your job search?
Job hunting can be a daunting and frustrating process. It can take a lot of time and effort to find the right job that suits your skills and experience. However, there are some things you can do to make the job search less stressful and more successful. Here are four tips to help you improve your job search. Define your job search criteria Before you start your job search, take some time to define what you are looking for in a job. Consider the industry you want to work in, the type of job you want, the salary you are
Identify Your Purpose in Midlife
Four Steps to Identifying Your Purpose in Midlife Have you reached a point in your life where you felt like you were simply going through the motions? Maybe you wake up each day feeling unfulfilled, wondering if there is more to life than what you are currently experiencing. If so, you are not alone! Many people experience a sense of restlessness or dissatisfaction as they reach midlife, and finding your purpose can be a powerful way to find renewed meaning and fulfillment. Here are some tips on finding your purpose in midlife and the benefits! Your Steps! Here are some
Keep Your Resume Updated in Today’s Market
Keeping your resume updated is crucial if you want to stay on top of your game in the current job market. Whether you are actively looking for a new job or simply want to be prepared for any future opportunities that may come your way, having an updated resume can make all the difference. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of keeping your resume up-to-date even when you are employed and why it’s important to reach out to a resume writer for an audit. Having an updated resume allows you to be ready for any unexpected changes
How to Celebrate Yourself this Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching! Perhaps you’ve boycotted the “Hallmark ” holiday, or you embrace it with fun for yourself, your partner, and galantines. Whether you are in a partnership or flying solo, there is no better time than this month to turn inwards and spend some time acknowledging how amazing you are. Here are five ideas that will help you celebrate YOU- no overpriced flowers or waxy chocolates needed. Why is it so important to pause and take a moment to do this? Reflecting on everything you’re grateful for, how far you’ve come, and what you’ve accomplished is a
All My Future is Behind Me
I am pleased to present a special guest writer! Ann Richardson! I met Ann in the Sixty and Me Community as we are both guest writers on their website! I read this piece and reached out to ask if she would mind sharing it with my community! I hope you enjoy it and check out more of Ann’s work. Every now and then, one comes across a word or saying that sums up a situation with great clarity. This one has an immediate emotional punch. It was said to me by a woman I met by chance, while waiting for a train. We chatted for fifteen minutes or so and had gotten into a discussion about growing older. I told her I was 81 and
Manifest Your Shining Star and Build Confidence!
Have you felt invisible after turning 40, 50 or 60? You are not alone! Many women experience this sense of fading into the background as society tends to prioritize youth and overlook the wisdom and beauty that come with age. It’s not uncommon to feel like your voice is getting lost amidst the noise or that your presence is no longer noticed as it once was. The feelings of invisibility can be disheartening and can even take a toll on your self-esteem and confidence. Imagine walking into a room and feeling a sense of self-assurance radiating from within. Picture yourself embracing your age with pride and shining brightly, making an indelible mark on everyone you meet. This article is here to show you that you
Now is the Time to Invest in Yourself
As Women, we are faced with a unique set of challenges. Often we are juggling work, family, and other responsibilities, which can leave little time for personal growth and development. However, investing in oneself is essential for personal and professional growth, and it’s never too late to start today! I will be sharing why it is important for us to invest in ourselves and provide some ideas, while including a success story of someone who invested in herself and how it enriched her life! The Benefits of Investing in Yourself Investing in oneself can bring about numerous benefits. Firstly, it can boost self-confidence and self-esteem. When you invest in yourself, you are showing yourself that you value your own growth and development. This can lead
Feeling Lost Navigating Your Next Chapter?
Are you feeling lost navigating your next chapter? Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us – even those of us with multiple degrees and a library card that’s more worn than our favorite pair of slippers. It’s like trying to decipher a cryptic crossword puzzle – challenging, frustrating, and you might end up with ink all over your fingers. But fear not, with your intellect and a healthy dose of humor, you’ll find your way to a new and exciting chapter in your life. So put down that book for a minute and let’s get started. Feeling lost when it comes to navigating your next chapter is a common experience. Whether you’re entering retirement, yearning to make a career pivot,, or going through
Don’t Let CHAT GPT Write Your Resume
Picture this – you’ve spent hours perfecting your resume, trying to make it stand out from the crowd. You’ve scoured the internet for the best resume writing tips and templates while spending countless cups of coffee writing and rewriting. Finally, you sit back and admire your masterpiece, only to realize that it’s as boring as watching paint dry. You think to yourself, “I need something to spice this up, something that’ll make it pop!” And then it hits you – why not use Chat GPT to generate your resume? But wait, before you do that, let me tell you a story. Once upon a time, there was a job applicant who thought she was being clever by using Chat GPT to generate her resume. Little
Frustrated in your job search?
Job hunting can be a daunting and frustrating process. It can take a lot of time and effort to find the right job that suits your skills and experience. However, there are some things you can do to make the job search less stressful and more successful. Here are four tips to help you improve your job search. Define your job search criteria Before you start your job search, take some time to define what you are looking for in a job. Consider the industry you want to work in, the type of job you want, the salary you are expecting, and the location you are willing to work in. Defining your criteria will help you focus your job search efforts and avoid wasting time
Identify Your Purpose in Midlife
Four Steps to Identifying Your Purpose in Midlife Have you reached a point in your life where you felt like you were simply going through the motions? Maybe you wake up each day feeling unfulfilled, wondering if there is more to life than what you are currently experiencing. If so, you are not alone! Many people experience a sense of restlessness or dissatisfaction as they reach midlife, and finding your purpose can be a powerful way to find renewed meaning and fulfillment. Here are some tips on finding your purpose in midlife and the benefits! Your Steps! Here are some steps that may help you shift your energy and get you thinking about yourself and your purpose! Reflect on your values and passions Take time
Keep Your Resume Updated in Today’s Market
Keeping your resume updated is crucial if you want to stay on top of your game in the current job market. Whether you are actively looking for a new job or simply want to be prepared for any future opportunities that may come your way, having an updated resume can make all the difference. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of keeping your resume up-to-date even when you are employed and why it’s important to reach out to a resume writer for an audit. Having an updated resume allows you to be ready for any unexpected changes in your career. You never know when a job opportunity may arise, and having an updated resume ready can save you time and stress. If
How to Celebrate Yourself this Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching! Perhaps you’ve boycotted the “Hallmark ” holiday, or you embrace it with fun for yourself, your partner, and galantines. Whether you are in a partnership or flying solo, there is no better time than this month to turn inwards and spend some time acknowledging how amazing you are. Here are five ideas that will help you celebrate YOU- no overpriced flowers or waxy chocolates needed. Why is it so important to pause and take a moment to do this? Reflecting on everything you’re grateful for, how far you’ve come, and what you’ve accomplished is a step to reaching new goals, which keeps us young and mentally tough. Dr. David DeSteno, author of the book Emotional Success: The Power of Gratitude,
New Year, New Career, Is this your year?
Do you love January? The stress of presents, parties, and the perfect holiday season is over, and for some of us we can reflect on the past year as well as brainstorm goals for the new year ahead. January can be filled with optimism, possibility, and excitement; I like to imagine the best self I will create over the next twelve months. For many, motivation is at its highest in January, and I can’t help feeling like 2023 will be the best year yet. So, in that spirit, make 2023 the year that you stop settling for a job that stifles your creativity, makes you dread waking up in the morning, long for weekends and vacations, or wastes your intelligence. Time for a change! The
