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Seasoned Women Serious BusinessGenevieve Piturro : Purpose, Passion, and MoxieIn this episode of 'Seasoned Women, Serious Business,' hosted by Isabel Alexander, Genevieve Piturro revisits her inspiring journey from a corporate career to founding the Pajama Program, which provides pajamas to children in need. The conversation explores the themes of finding purpose and passion, the impact of small acts of kindness, and the power of aligning one's life with deeper values. Genevieve shares her insights on living a legacy, the importance of Moxie, and the challenges and rewards of embarking on a nonprofit journey. Her story serves as a testament to the idea that impactful change s...2024-10-0930 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessSofa Series: More Strength, More StoriesNavigating Life and Business After 45: Wisdom and InsightsIn this episode of 'Seasoned Women, Serious Business,' host Isabel Alexander and co-host Jackie Wszalek discuss the journey of entrepreneurship and life challenges faced by women aged 45 and beyond. They delve into personal stories, including life changes, health issues, and the emotional roller coaster of midlife transformations. Sponsored by Crossroads Clarity Solution, the podcast aims to provide support and wisdom for women looking to reignite their passions, build legacies, and seek community support. Stay tuned for more inspiring interviews and discussions designed to uplift and empower women entrepreneurs.2024-10-0112 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessSofa Series: More Wonder, More WisdomEmbracing Wisdom and Crafting New Scripts in Our Golden YearsIn this episode of 'Seasoned Women, Serious Business,' host Isabel Alexander, a seasoned entrepreneur, welcomes women aged 45 to 75 and beyond to explore and celebrate the richness of their lives and businesses. Highlighting the importance of collective wisdom, collaboration, and dismissing outdated paradigms, Isabel and her co-host Jackie Wszalek share unfiltered insights on finding joy, overcoming past obstacles, flipping traditional scripts, and creating meaningful new chapters. They emphasize the freedom to write one's own life script, whether it involves starting a new business, spending time with family...2024-10-0120 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessSofa Series: More Passion, More PurposeIn the inaugural episode Sofa Series of Seasoned Women Serious Business, host Isabel Alexander and her partner Jackie Wszalek introduce their podcast aimed at entrepreneurs aged 45 to 75. They discuss their own journeys, the challenges of redefining purpose post-retirement, and the importance of finding passion and contributing to a legacy. The episode captures their candid conversation about the changes and opportunities in later life, featuring humor, wisdom, and a call for community collaboration. Sponsored by Crossroads Clarity Solution, the podcast promises to be a heartfelt exploration of life and business for seasoned women.00:00 Welcome to Seasoned Women, Serious...2024-10-0124 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessWhy Major Media is Investing in PodcastersIn this engaging episode of 'Seasoned Women Serious Business,' host Isabel Alexander welcomes Jennifer Henczel, a successful Canadian entrepreneur and podcaster. They discuss Jennifer's inspiring journey from part-time entrepreneur to creator of thriving business communities, driven by a significant life event involving her husband's serious accident. The conversation highlights the importance of community, mindset, and courage, particularly in the context of female entrepreneurship and podcasting. Jennifer shares her expertise on building, monetizing, and growing podcasts, while addressing the challenges and opportunities for women in a male-dominated industry. Isabel and Jennifer also touch on the personal benefits and global...2024-09-2533 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessShattering The Sky - Breaking Thru’ AviationIn this episode, we excitedly introduce Lola Reid Allin, a seasoned pilot, author, and adventurer, to discuss her new memoir set to launch on September 18th. The conversation covers Lola's journey in the male-dominated aviation industry, her struggles, breakthroughs, and the importance of female representation in aviation. Lola shares her inspiring experiences and the creation of her memoir, highlighting the importance of authenticity and self-discovery. The discussion also touches on broader women's issues and Lola's involvement in various educational and aviation-related events.00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement00:34 Lola Reid Allin's Book and P...2024-09-1842 minSeasoned Women Serious Business5 Signs Pointing to Business TransitionNavigating Business Crossroads: The Crossroads Clarity Solution for Established Female EntrepreneursIn this episode, Isabel introduces The Crossroads Clarity Solution, a program designed specifically for established female entrepreneurs facing plateauing or discontent in their business journey. The host, Isabel Alexander, drawing on her 35 years of entrepreneurial experience, along with case studies and personal anecdotes, explores the emotional and strategic decisions women must consider at various crossroads in their business, including whether to scale, quit, sell, or transform their role. The episode emphasizes the importance of clarity, support, and shared wisdom in making these pi...2024-09-1136 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessBe More of Who You Are with the StrengthsFinderEmbrace Your Strengths: Transform Your Business at Any AgeIn this episode of 'Seasoned Women, Serious Business,' host Isabel Alexander delves into the importance of focusing on individual strengths rather than weaknesses, inspired by the book 'StrengthsFinder 2.0' by Donald O. Clifton and Tom Rath. Isabel shares her personal experiences with the StrengthsFinder assessment, its impact on her eight-figure business, and how embracing one's strengths can lead to increased confidence, productivity, and fulfillment. The episode highlights the transformative power of knowing and leveraging strengths for seasoned women entrepreneurs. The episode is sponsored by Crossroads Clarity Solution...2024-09-0429 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessManaging Projects vs Leading PeopleNavigating Entrepreneurship: Insights from Maryanne & Isabel on Business and Life BalanceIn this episode of 'Seasoned Women, Serious Business,' Isabel welcomes Maryanne, a seasoned entrepreneur in the automotive industry. They discuss Maryanne's journey from finance in banking to running a successful automotive business alongside her husband. Maryanne shares valuable insights on the importance of transferring skills across industries, the challenges she has faced over the past 25 years, and the role of women in traditionally male-dominated fields. They delve into leadership versus management, the significance of work-life fulfillment, and strategies for making a business sustainable, e...2024-08-2832 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessPowered By Three Mastermind | Episode 113The Power of Mastermind Groups: Lessons from Six Years of CollaborationIn this episode of 'Seasoned Women, Serious Business,' host Isabel connects with her long-time mastermind partners, Lee Woodward and Jackie Ulmer, to discuss their journey over the past six years of meeting almost every Monday. They explore personal and professional growth, vulnerability, habit formation, and the value of a supportive mastermind group. Each woman shares their unique experiences and pivots in their careers, illustrating the importance of intentionality and commitment. The episode highlights the evolution of their mastermind dynamic and how...2024-08-1433 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessWhy Do Seasoned Friendships End? | Episode 112The Power of Vitamin G: Strengthening Friendships for Success and HappinessIn this episode of Seasoned Women, Serious Business, host Isabel Alexander discusses the importance of 'Vitamin G'—a metaphor for the supportive and empowering role of girlfriends in both personal and business life. Isabel shares insights on maintaining and evaluating friendships, and introduces the 'Friendship Health Checkup' tool. She reflects on the evolving nature of relationships, the significance of reciprocity, and how life changes, such as health issues and business transitions, affect these bonds. Isabel also hints at future episodes focused on crea...2024-08-0720 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessWhy Seasoned Women Soar On Trampolines | Episode 111Building Your Virtual Trampoline: The Power of Support NetworksIn this episode of Seasoned Women, Serious Business, Isabel delves into the concept of a 'virtual trampoline,' which symbolizes the robust and interconnected support system needed for women to succeed in business and life. She discusses the critical elements of this trampoline, including strong relationships, personal advisors, coaches, and strategic networks, all of which contribute to resilience, empowerment, and continuous growth. Isabel also emphasizes the importance of 'Vitamin G' (girlfriends) and her Board of Advisors in building a sound foundation for success. ...2024-07-3122 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessSeasoned Women in Business: The Power of Experience | Episode 110Unlocking the Treasure Vault: The Power of Experience for Seasoned Women EntrepreneursIn this episode of Seasoned Women, Serious Business, host Isabel Alexander delves into the unique advantages experienced women hold as entrepreneurs and leaders. Targeting women aged 45 to 75 and beyond, Isabel highlights the profound cumulative value of life experiences, emphasizing resilience, adaptability, and the importance of leveraging personal networks. She encourages listeners to tap into their 'vault' of experiences to mentor others and create a lasting legacy. The episode also recaps past discussions on wisdom, life, and the expansive vision that seasoned women can cultivate in...2024-07-2420 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessMore Than Your Business Card - Lead, Thrive, and Love Every Stage of Your LifeWelcome to another episode of Seasoned Women, Serious Business! I'm your host, Isabel Alexander, and today we delve into who this podcast is truly for. If you're a woman entrepreneur aged 45 to 75 (or beyond), juggling the complexities of business, leadership, and family, this is your space. But don't worry, if you're outside this demographic, you'll still find plenty of wisdom and applicable life lessons here.In this episode, I outline the demographics and characteristics of our audience, sharing insights from my own journey and those of countless women I've encountered. We explore the various stages of our...2024-07-1722 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessMore Than Just A Business - Women and Seasons Above the Bottom LineWelcome to the inaugural episode of Seasoned Women, Serious Business! I'm your host, Isabel Alexander, and I'm thrilled to launch this new podcast for wise women who are seeking more from life and business. After hosting the Lift As You Climb podcast for the past three years, I've realized the need for a space dedicated to women in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond, who juggle the complexities of entrepreneurship, leadership, and family roles.In this episode, I share the vision behind Seasoned Women, Serious Business and what you can expect from our upcoming conversations. We'll delve...2024-07-1718 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessMore Wisdom, More Life - Celebrating Experience, Inviting GrowthWelcome to Seasoned Women, Serious Business, a podcast created for wise women who seek more from life and business. Hosted by Isabel Alexander, an accomplished entrepreneur and business coach, this series celebrates the collective wisdom, collaboration, and growth of seasoned women. Isabel brings over five decades of entrepreneurial experience and is dedicated to providing a platform for women in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond.In this trailer episode, Isabel introduces the vision behind Seasoned Women, Serious Business. She shares her own journey and the inspiration drawn from conversations with women who have shattered ceilings and redefined...2024-07-1207 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessFinal Episode of Lift As You Climb: A New BeginningIn the final episode of the Lift As You Climb podcast, the host reflects on the incredible three-year journey and the 105 episodes that empowered listeners to embrace self-discovery and growth. The podcast, which focused on helping women understand and build their own success, is transitioning to a new and exciting phase. The host shares the importance of collaboration, economic empowerment, and personal evolution while introducing a new podcast and YouTube channel aimed at women of a certain age. Stay tuned for the upcoming launch and continued inspirational content.00:00 Introduction and Farewell00:18 Reflecting on the Journey2024-07-1015 minSeasoned Women Serious Business365 Days, 36,000 air miles and more | LAYC 100Welcome back to the Lift As You Climb podcast! In this special 100th episode, Isabel Alexander reflects on an incredible year filled with growth, adventure, and celebration. Join the journey as Isabel shares insights, experiences, and exciting plans for the upcoming year.Highlights:- Milestones: Isabel celebrates reaching the 100th episode of the podcast and expresses gratitude for the incredible support from the audience.- Year in Review: Take a journey through Isabel's remarkable year, which involved 12 long-distance flights, totaling over 36,000 air miles. Discover the places visited and the experiences gained along the...2023-12-3111 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessStrategic Plan Celebration | LAYC 99Welcome to Episode 99 of the Lift As You Climb podcast with Isabel Alexander. In this episode, Isabel reflects on the past five or six episodes dedicated to strategic planning. She shares personal examples of the results, experiences, and memorable moments from implementing strategic planning in her business journey.**Key Points:**1. Team Ownership: Isabel highlights the significant impact of inviting her team to take ownership and participate in creating, implementing, and measuring the strategic plan. This approach fostered shared growth and contributed to substantial business success.2. Daily Stand-Up and Rhythm: Learn how implementing a...2023-12-3014 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessStrategic Accountability - An Inside Job | LAYC 98In this insightful episode, Isabel Alexander continues her exploration of strategic planning, focusing on the vital element of accountability. She underscores the transformative power of accountability as an intrinsic, internalized commitment to achieving results. Drawing from her own experiences and coaching insights, Isabel challenges the conventional notion of being held accountable by others, emphasizing that true accountability is a self-driven, results-oriented endeavor.Isabel delves into the intricacies of assigning accountability within the strategic planning process, providing actionable tips for business owners. She encourages a shift in perspective, where goals are set realistically, and individuals take ownership with...2023-12-2719 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessStrategic Plan - Minimize Grit, Gruel, and Grind | LAYC 97Welcome back to the Strategic Planning series with Isabel Alexander. In this episode, Isabel delves into the crucial steps of creating a realistic strategic plan that goes beyond collecting dust. Join her journey as she breaks down the process, offering valuable insights and a modified methodology.Show Notes:1. SWOT Analysis: - Explore your organization's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. - An honest assessment is essential for crafting a realistic strategic plan.2. Action Plans and Incentives: - Establish milestones and celebrations to make the journey rewarding. - Set up act...2023-12-2314 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessStrategic Planning - Right Sized, Intentional Results | LAYC 96Isabel Alexander delves deeper into the mini-series on strategic planning, providing timeless insights applicable year-round. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, Isabel shares wisdom gained from over 50 years in business.1. The Importance of Strategic Planning: - Small to medium-sized businesses and solopreneurs must prioritize strategic planning. - Isabel emphasizes the need for strategic plans, even more so than larger corporations, sharing her experiences and lessons learned.2. The Foundation: Core Values, Purpose, and BHAGs: - Recap from the previous episodes covering core values, purpose, and Big Hairy Aud...2023-12-2013 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessRockefeller Taught Me About Strategic Planning | LAYC 95Isabel Alexander continues the mini-series on strategic planning, spotlighting fundamental elements crucial for SMEs and solopreneurs.1. Foundational Core Values: - Your business's cornerstone lies in its core values. - Aligning decisions with personal values ensures ease and confidence. - Imperative for fostering loyalty in teams, attracting clients, and selecting dedicated suppliers.2. Significance of Purpose and Mission: - Crafting a purposeful mission and vision is paramount. - Values are the driving force behind the 'Why' and 'Who' of your business. - Ignite inspiration...2023-12-1914 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessHow To Create Your One Page Strategic Plan | LAYC 94In this episode, Isabel Alexander dives into the world of strategic planning for solopreneurs and smaller businesses. Learn how to create your own one-page strategic plan and gain valuable insights from her years of experience. Discover the secrets to unlocking business success.Key Takeaways:The Importance of Values and Mission: Isabel emphasizes the significance of understanding your beliefs and core values. Your business decisions should always align with your values as they form the foundation of your company's identity and purpose.Setting BHAGs: Discover the concept of setting Big, Hairy, Audacious Goals (BHAGs...2023-12-1316 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessHow to Choose Your Word for a New Year | LAYC 93In this episode of the Lift As You Climb podcast, Isabel Alexander explores the powerful tradition of choosing a guiding word or theme for the upcoming year. Discover how this simple practice can bring clarity, focus, and intention to your personal and professional goals. Isabel shares her own process for selecting the perfect word and offers practical tips to make it a transformative force in your life.Episode Highlights:- Introduction to the tradition of choosing a guiding word for the new year.- The significance of setting intentions for personal and professional...2023-12-0911 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessWhy SMEs Need Strategic Plans | LAYC 92Welcome to Episode 92 of the Lift As You Climb podcast! In today's episode, our host, Isabel Alexander, dives into the critical topic of why entrepreneurs need a strategic plan for their businesses. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting on your entrepreneurial journey, this episode offers valuable insights into the importance of strategic planning and how it can transform your business's trajectory.Key Takeaways:- Understand why having a strategic plan is essential for entrepreneurs.- Explore the common misconceptions and challenges that entrepreneurs face when it comes to strategic planning.2023-12-0613 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessYour Business, Your Life, 5 Years, 5 Options | LAYC 91Welcome to Episode 91 of the Lift As You Climb podcast with your host, Isabel Alexander. In this episode, Isabel dives into a topic that many entrepreneurs eventually grapple with: what to do when you no longer love your business. With her signature insight and candor, she explores the five key options available to business owners at this crossroads.Isabel reflects on the popular sentiment of "Take This JOB and Shove It" and how, as business owners, we can't simply quit our own companies. She delves into the challenges faced by women business owners, especially in light of...2023-12-0220 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessFailing To Love Your Business Sets You Free | LAYC 90In Episode 90 of the Lift As You Climb podcast, host Isabel Alexander delves into a topic that can be challenging for many entrepreneurs: the fear of failure, especially when it comes to loving your business. She explores the pressures we feel to maintain a facade of success and why it's essential to acknowledge when we're no longer passionate about our businesses. Isabel shares her own experiences and the realization that it's okay to seek new challenges and prioritize personal growth.Join her as she discusses the journey from being deeply involved in your business to...2023-11-2909 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessBottleneck In Your Business | LAYC 89In this episode, host Isabel Alexander explores a tough but crucial question: Are you the bottleneck in your own business? Many entrepreneurs and business owners find themselves stuck in the role of the sole decision-maker, which can limit growth and put the company's future at risk. Isabel delves into the importance of recognizing when you might be the bottleneck, the consequences it can have on your business's growth and sustainability, and the steps to take to address this issue. She emphasizes the value of building a strong team, articulating your vision, and empowering others to contribute to...2023-11-2508 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessAccidental Entrepreneur | LAYC 88Isabel shares her journey of becoming an entrepreneur, a path she didn't plan but embraced out of necessity. After her employer went bankrupt, she found herself in the role of the primary breadwinner for her family. Motivated by her circumstances, she took the plunge into entrepreneurship, learning the ropes on the job. Starting from her dining room table, she became the "chief cook and bottle washer," handling every aspect of her business.Through her experiences, Isabel learned valuable lessons about entrepreneurship, including the importance of seeking help, building a trusted network, and not being too hard on...2023-11-2208 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessResistance or Regret - Which Scares You More? | LAYC 87In this thought-provoking episode, host Isabel Alexander dives deep into a question that might seem unconventional but carries immense significance: Would you rather face resistance on the path to becoming who you truly want to be, or live a life weighed down by regrets for not trying?Isabel reflects on the natural evolution of life and the power of transformation. She shares her personal journey of continuously evolving and growing, emphasizing that life is an ongoing journey, not a final destination. The episode highlights the importance of embracing change, pursuing your aspirations, and recognizing that g...2023-11-1810 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessWhy Your Business Is No Fun | LAYC 86In this candid episode, host Isabel Alexander explores a topic many entrepreneurs may hesitate to admit: when your business stops being fun. Isabel creates a safe space to discuss this natural evolution and shares personal insights from her entrepreneurial journey.As we age and gain experience, our perspectives shift. Isabel reflects on the value of growing older, recognizing that it offers a new vantage point to laugh at past challenges and celebrate what we've learned. Isabel shares her own experience of reaching a point where her successful business lost its appeal. She candidly discusses the f...2023-11-1508 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessWant More Time or More Life | LAYC 85In this thought-provoking episode, Isabel delves into the timeless challenge of balancing life and time. Discover the profound perspective that emerged from a conversation with a contractor and how it shifted her outlook. Join her as she explores the seasons of life and how they relate to our precious time.As women entrepreneurs, the constant juggle between personal and professional demands can leave us feeling like there's no balance. Isabel shares her mission to help women entrepreneurs infuse more life into the time they have left and make purposeful choices.Throughout the episode, she offers...2023-11-1107 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessJudged By Everyone | LAYC 84In this episode, Isabel Alexander reflects on the misconceptions and judgments that often surround women entrepreneurs, especially those aged 50 and above. She shares her personal experiences of facing skepticism and stereotypes about her life as a business owner. People outside the entrepreneurial journey sometimes see it as glamorous, filled with cocktail parties and luxury, but Isabel knows the reality is far from that.She delves into the challenges of showing up every day, pretending to be confident and bulletproof, while dealing with the fear and pressure of running a business. Isabel emphasizes the importance of keeping one's...2023-11-0809 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessWork/Life Balance – the Teeter Totter PrincipleBalance, by definition, means status quo. It's a flat line, nothing is happening. If you think that you can succeed in moving forward and growing, evolving, living a full life, and neither one of these are moving; your professional life or your personal life; it's a fantasy! In fact, for anything to take place in this universe, there must be an exchange of energy. Things need to move, for anything to change and to happen. Let's look at it from the model of a teeter totter or seesaw - or if we want to be really scientific, w...2023-09-2833 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessPacking for Bali | LAYC 83To register for a coaching with IsabelThis is short and sweet status report to salute the end of a fabulous Season 4 and tease a little about our next season of the Lift As You Climb podcast.It is also a status report on the #EncoreExplorer.After spending 3 weeks in Dubai, I am packing for 4 weeks in Bali, Indonesia.I share my own version of Eat, Pray, Love - Thank you! Elizabeth Gilbert! as I continue my adventures and journeys around the sun. I will celebrate 69 years of living an epic...2023-09-0709 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessCut The Shit and Self-Sabotage with Becc Nelson | LAYC82Can a train wreck turn into a beautiful journey and a deep connection?Yes and today, I share just how that happened for me!Meet soul sister and Jedi Master, Beck Nelson.You will be amazed at her super powers!Becc Nelson, LMFT is a spiritual, soulful, heart centered healer, speaker and author who has been serving as an expert in transformation and ascension since 1992. With a master’s degree in human development, and as licensed marriage & family therapist Becc has the wisdom and knowledge to assist her clients in...2023-09-0234 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessBuilding Success Ladders: Matching NotForProfits with Empowering Staff | LAYC81Lifting and Climbing isn’t just one to one, individual to individual.It is also business to individual, and sometimes it is business to business, entity to entity.At it’s most impactful, this philosophy is part of the DNA of organizations that serve many.Charity Search Group is a prime example of building success ladders, and contributing to major positive impact and sustainability of organizations, profit and not-for-profit. Equipped with the right team, these organizations are empowered to deliver on their missions across diverse societal needs. Simply stated - Having the ri...2023-08-2528 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessHome Sweet Home: Realtor Dad's Blueprint for Autism-Friendly Moves | LAYC80In this episode, host Isabel introduces Victor Antunez, a remarkable realtor from Florida with a heartwarming story. Victor, a former merchant mariner, has transitioned into a role that's close to his heart – helping families, especially those with special needs, find the perfect home.Victor's journey from the high seas to the real estate market took an unexpected turn when he and his wife realized that their daughter had autism. Their search for the right resources and support prompted Victor to write a book, "The Autism and Special Needs Family Relocation Blueprint," aimed at helping families relocate su...2023-08-1927 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessBest and Worst of Expat Living for Singles | LAYC79In this episode; Part Three of the three part interview series with longtime, Canadian Expat in the Middle East, we talk more about the highs and lows of this exciting lifestyle choice.While loneliness is a common challenge for expatriates, Amanda shares her personal strategizes and ways to overcome it, and create fulfilling and enriching life in a new country.To combat loneliness as an expatriate, it's important to take proactive steps, such as:Engage in Activities: Participate in social activities, clubs, and events to meet new people and build connections....2023-08-1326 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessSurprising Truths about an Expat Life | LAYC78People choose an expat lifestyle for a variety of reasons, and their motivations can be influenced by individual circumstances and aspirations. Here are five main reasons why people often opt for an expat lifestyle:Career Opportunities: Many individuals move abroad to advance their careers. Expatriate assignments can offer the chance to work in international markets, gain valuable experience, and access industries that might be thriving in the destination country.Higher Income and Financial Benefits: Some countries offer higher salaries and better job benefits for expats compared to what individuals might receive in their home countries...2023-08-1218 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessHow To Live and Work in Dubai | LAYC77United Arab Emirates (UAE) has a significant expatriate population, withrecent estimates suggesting that expatriates made up over 80% of the country'stotal population. Expats are individuals from various countries who come to theUAE for work, business, and other purposes.My daughter, Amanda Sheldon, first earned the “Expat” title in 2010 when she accepted a job in Kuwait, and helped to launch a popular North American brand in the Middle East. Except two short return stays in Canada, Amanda continues to enjoy living and working overseas and lives full time in t...2023-08-1126 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessCan You Bank On Your FriendshipsDr. Stephen R. Covey used a great metaphor for close relationships as joint emotional bank accounts.“By proactively doing things that build trust in a relationship, one makes ‘deposits.’ Conversely, by reactively doing things that decrease trust, one makes ‘withdrawals.’ The current ‘balance’ in the emotional bank account, will determine how well two people can communicate and problem-solve together.” Today we talk about the reality that friendships worth having, require cultivation and nurturing. Why are we surprised when a friendship fades away or ends abruptly?As we evolve and grow as individuals, our ne...2023-08-0516 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessREAL FriendsLet’s continue our conversation begun in Episode 07 about friendships and why that is something that's very important in every woman's life. Previously, I shared a very personal and painful story about a breakup of a friendship, and how different that feels than the breakup of a romantic relationship. I‘ve concluded that not all BFFs are meant to be forever. Today, I lean into my book “Who Am I Now? Feminine Wisdom, Unmasked and Uncensored” and explore “REAL-ationships”, not just relationships, but the real ones that contribute to who we are now, who we’d like...2023-08-0114 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessBFF Not ForeverBFFs are meant to stay forever - or maybe not. As we go through life not all friendships are forever and sometimes the end comes before you expect it.Let’s talk about why that hurts so much and why you feel it even to this day? How do you pick up on those early warning signs before the breakup?If you move to the end of a relationship and you do not see it coming, how do you work through those emotions? Along with the emotions, what about your shared relationships and activities?I’...2023-07-3114 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessTeen Mom To World Traveler | LAYC 76I'm beyond thrilled to share with you this inspiring episode of "Teen Mom to World Traveler," where I'll take you on a captivating journey through my life's adventures. It's been an incredible ride, from being a young farm girl to becoming a world-traveling entrepreneur, and I can't wait to tell you all about it. Let's rewind to my younger years, when I was just 16, a high school graduate from a small-town in a rural area. I had this burning desire to escape and find my place in the world, so with one suitcase and a mere $75 in...2023-07-2914 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessExpiry Date - RemasteredWhat is your expiry date? Seriously! Isn't that how society has planned it for us as women in our sixties and beyond, when we reach the “a certain age” stage, we are supposed to just go gently into that sweet night of obsolescence.What is our purpose now? What will we do to feel valued, create value or receive value for what we offer?Ready to change the paradigm? Join me and millions of baby boomers that are discovering this may be the best time of our lives!About the Host:2023-07-2918 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessOrigin Lift As You Climb“GO AHEAD – START A MOVEMENT!”I remember vividly where and when I heard that challenge and the electricity it triggered throughout my body! Instinctively, I knew in that precise moment my life, at age 60, was about to have greater impact.I was in a hotel ballroom in San Diego, attending a three-day conference. The year was 2015 and I was just beginning to get clarity about who I was in the next stage of my life and what mattered to me next.A movement. One word carries so much weight. It fee...2023-07-2119 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessLiving with Purpose: Zest For Living at 60 and Beyond with Jean Price | LAYC74Q: What is the difference between Spider-woman and a Septuagenarian, known to many as The Diva Coach, who scaled down a skyscraper?A: Spiderwoman clings to surfaces and rappels buildings.The Diva Coach, now 74, repels retirement, and sticks to her passion for aging with vitality and purpose.Talk about Lift As You Climb! In case you are wondering: https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/septuagenarian:Synonym of 'seventy-something': a person between 70 and 79 years old.This badass serial entrepreneur, coach, mentor, speaker, and artist keeps on rising...2023-07-1237 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessStrategies for Successful Downsizing in your Sixties and Seventies | LAYC73Letting go of “stuff” is more than detaching from possessions. Success is separating the emotion from the item, uncoupling the connection without releasing the love or memory associated with it.I have not succeeded entirely, but I have learned this much so far:I have much more internal and external work to do to achieve an optimal balance between keeping enough to create my next welcoming home environment, and leaving space to add new, more timely, physical trappings in the future.I have learned to acknowledge that “stuff” is just stuff, and, if...2023-07-0513 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessEncore Adventure begins age 68 years young | LAYC72Who Am I Now? and Where The Heck Am I Growing Next?Downsizing possessions.Upsizing experiences.Packing up only the stuff I truly want to come back to. Unpacking feelings about hanging on to stuff that doesn't contribute to my future health, happiness, and relationships.Clearing out old patterns, beliefs, and habits that no longer serve me.Making space for new and better way of making a positive difference.My goal is to have freedom from excess and experience liberation and serenity by letting go...2023-06-2920 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessPast, Present, Future Self - the whole YOU | LAYC71Overheard at the hair salon:"When you become an adult, you can go back to your inner child self and love her the way you wish you'd be loved, listened to, cared for, protected, valued, encouraged.We all have the opportunity to reach back and lift our inner child selves up and hug them and let them know they are safe and loved.”This episode is ‘a meeting of the minds” – all mine – Me, Myself, and I, as I ponder meeting my past, present, and future selves and getting better acquainted.My lifelon...2023-03-2914 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessWHY ReinventChange is optional.FIVE REALIZATIONS helped me navigate change, and provide the motivation to remain courageous and focused through the scary and uncomfortable parts of transformation:1.) I’d never been this me before! That was a big Ah Ha! and with that awareness, I gavemyself permission to be okay with the awkwardness I felt.2. It was essential to stay curious and understand the real “ME” today, and what Ireally wanted next at this stage of life.3. I had no idea how to get from the “who” I t...2023-03-2213 minSeasoned Women Serious BusinessInternational Women's Day with Sheree MeredithWe are honoring International Women’s Day!I asked Sheree Meredith to join me so that we could explore why women don't always give themselves enough credit for, and just how significantly, we impact global economies.As an expert, she shares were women have wealth, and what they can do with it to make a difference for themselves, their own families, their communities, and around the world.Sheree and I discuss “The Power of the Purse” and women’s role today as stewards of their own, inherited, and generational wealth. Dive into that episode...2023-03-0827 min