50, NOT DEAD

Quinn O'Briant is a two-time author and former CEO who founded an innovation firm that partnered with Google Cloud and worked with Fortune 500 companies and large school districts. Quinn also spent several years at Google and holds degrees from Stanford, Goddard College, and Emory University.

She shares her journey of overcoming financial devastation in her twenties after declaring bankruptcy due to a fraudulent real estate investment. Quinn's path to recovery involved therapy, somatic healing, and a shift in mindset about money, leading her to develop the Joy and Money Mindset course.

 Reflecting on turning 50, Quinn celebrates the vibrancy, joy, and confidence that comes with age. She challenges societal perceptions of aging and advocates for self-celebration and rejecting negative self-talk.

Get in touch with Quinn:
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at  https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]

Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next?   Here are some ways I can help:

• Download my Networking 101 guide  and take steps to further your reach!
• Book a call with me!  I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
• Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.

In this episode, I sit down with Yvonne Caputo, a dynamic author who penned her first book at 72 and her second, "Dying with Dad," at 75. Yvonne's vibrant career spans teaching, HR leadership, and psychotherapy. Her latest book stems from heart-to-heart talks with her WWII veteran father, transforming their bond and addressing his PTSD.

Yvonne highlights the significance of the Five Wishes document and the rewarding experience of being present with someone in their final moments. She shares her approach to having meaningful conversations with the elderly about death, focusing on listening and understanding.

Yvonne's story is a testament to the power of pursuing passions at any age and the fulfillment found in service to others. Tune in to discover her inspiring journey and valuable insights on living fully and embracing life's later stages.

Get in touch with Yvonne:
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at  https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]

Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next?   Here are some ways I can help:

• Download my Networking 101 guide  and take steps to further your reach!
• Book a call with me!  I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
• Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.

Kristen is a woman in her 50s, the CEO and owner of Down to Earth Insights and she shares her journey of massive changes, both planned and unplanned.

She describes turning 50 as a magical transformation, where she became more confident and outspoken. Her career in a Fortune 50 company spanned nearly three decades, where she often faced resistance from the established culture. At 53, she decided to leave and start her own company, focusing on executive coaching and personal branding.

As an entrepreneur, Kristen finds immense joy and fulfillment. She highlights the incredible support from the entrepreneurial community and the liberating experience of owning her own business. Down to Earth Insights is dedicated to helping leaders discover their value and make impactful transitions.

Get in touch with Kristen:
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at  https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]

Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next?   Here are some ways I can help:

• Download my Networking 101 guide  and take steps to further your reach!
• Book a call with me!  I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
• Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.

Heidi Solomon-Orlick is the founder and CEO of Girls Who Sell, and Chief Growth Officer for The Doors Group. Heidi shares her inspiring journey from a 35-year corporate sales career to full-time entrepreneurship, focusing on her passion project, Girls Who Sell.

Heidi left the corporate world to grow Girls Who Sell globally and support her husband's business. At 64, she emphasizes seizing opportunities and following passions, aiming to leave a meaningful legacy. Inspired by her life experiences, Heidi aims to solve gender inequity in sales and support young women in the field. Girls Who Sell Academy is a virtual learning platform offering the #ExploreSales program to demystify sales and build confidence in young women.

Heidi sees potential for older women to leverage their experience and succeed in sales and entrepreneurship. Join us to hear Heidi's insights on passion, mentorship, and making a difference at any stage of life.

Get in touch with Heidi:
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at  https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]

Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next?   Here are some ways I can help:

• Download my Networking 101 guide  and take steps to further your reach!
• Book a call with me!  I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
• Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.

Mary Lou Barney, or ML, is the head of account sales for the Americas at Zappi, and a full-time caregiver for her elderly mother.

Mary Lou helps companies conduct rapid, cost-effective research, collaborating with major brands to ensure their products and advertising meet consumer needs. She joined Zappi during the pandemic, drawn by its mission to streamline the research process.

She stresses the importance of allyship and recognition of women's contributions. She shares her experience of having an idea initially dismissed but later implemented, highlighting the need for women to advocate for themselves.

Reflecting on her career and personal life, Mary Lou advises younger women to be bold, strategic, and pursue their goals confidently. Her story is a testament to persistence and self-advocacy in overcoming biases and achieving success.

Get in touch with ML:
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at  https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]

Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next?   Here are some ways I can help:

• Download my Networking 101 guide  and take steps to further your reach!
• Book a call with me!  I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
• Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.

Lisa Schell shares her vibrant journey through life and career, currently navigating her fifties from sunny Southwest Florida. With a rich background in advertising, journalism, and marketing, she has found her passion in helping clients convey their unique brand stories. As an empty nester and grandmother, she reflects on the challenges of balancing a career and family, especially within a blended family, highlighting the evolving norms of work-life balance.

Her decision to leave a demanding corporate job during the pandemic allowed her to focus on what she loves—encouraging clients to find their unique voice. This transition emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and evolution, particularly for women in midlife.

Tune in to hear about her inspiring transitions, the blend of family and career, and the vision behind "Midlife Masterpieces."

Get in touch with Lisa:
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at  https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]

Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next?   Here are some ways I can help:

• Download my Networking 101 guide  and take steps to further your reach!
• Book a call with me!  I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
• Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.

I’m thrilled to introduce Claudia Middendorf, my friend and the visionary behind Mathilde, a textile and home decor company. With 25 years in the design industry, Claudia’s big break came when her work was featured in Martha Stewart Living, Remodelista, and Quilt Folk.

Claudia's journey is inspiring. Trained in graphic design, she found her true passion in textiles, influenced by her grandmother’s Afghans and great-grandmother’s handmade aprons. Weekends turned into creative explorations, leading her to shift from graphic design to textiles, where she felt a deeper connection.

At 40, Claudia earned her MFA from RISD, driven by a lifelong love of learning, inspired by her parents’ dedication to education and creativity. She credits her father, a late college graduate and firefighter, and her mother, an art lover from Latin America, for instilling this passion.

Claudia advises her younger self to dive into her passions wholeheartedly, whether as a career or a hobby. She believes in the transformative power of design, not just for spaces, but for personal well-being and harmony.

Get in touch with Claudia:
www.mathildehome.com/

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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at  https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]

Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next?   Here are some ways I can help:

• Download my Networking 101 guide  and take steps to further your reach!
• Book a call with me!  I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
• Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.

Kim Hazelton from Business Services is on a mission to help businesses streamline their operations for maximum efficiency. Kim shares insider strategies, cutting-edge tools, and processes to optimize or introduce new systems, ensuring smooth tech integration.

One of Kim's memorable success stories involves transforming a local business that was overwhelmed by rapid growth through automation and streamlined workflows. Her expertise truly shines as she recounts this impactful transformation.

Kim also opens up about her personal journey from leaving a draining job to becoming an entrepreneur. The courage it took to recognize her worth and venture out on her own, is truly inspiring for anyone considering a similar path.

Kim proudly shares her achievements post-50—completing half marathons, switching careers, and diving into new hobbies like scuba diving and disc golf. She emphasizes how this stage of life blends physical vitality with invaluable experience.

This episode is packed with insights on business systems, entrepreneurship, and embracing life with energy and purpose at every stage.

Get in touch with Kim:
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https://systemssuperhero.com/

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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at  https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]

Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next?   Here are some ways I can help:

• Download my Networking 101 guide  and take steps to further your reach!
• Book a call with me!  I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
• Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.

I am delighted to welcome Laura Elizabeth, author of All Is Now Lost, the first book in her Island Mysteries series. These cozy mysteries offer a charming twist, with crimes occurring off-screen and investigations led by unlikely sleuths, like the bookstore owner in Laura's novel.

Laura's inspiration came from a spontaneous trip to Daufuskie Island, a coastal gem between Hilton Head and Savannah, Georgia. What started as a simple getaway turned into a life-changing adventure when her family bought property on the island. Despite facing hurricanes, resort bankruptcies, and countless setbacks, Laura's determination never wavered.

Amid the 2020 pandemic, she seized the opportunity to help revive the island's resort, leveraging her professional skills and eventually finding a buyer and operator. Balancing a full-time job and family, Laura overcame doubts and negativity from those around her.

Tune in to hear Laura Elizabeth's remarkable story, her path to writing cozy mysteries, and her message that it's never too late to pursue new dreams.

Get in touch with Laura:
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at  https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]

Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next?   Here are some ways I can help:

• Download my Networking 101 guide  and take steps to further your reach!
• Book a call with me!  I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
• Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.

Meredith Sevin is a remarkable fine artist whose talent was first brought to my attention when a friend purchased one of her pieces. Meredith's journey into the art world is captivating, stemming from a previous life dedicated to humanitarian relief work that took her to different corners of the globe.

 Meredith had a life-altering event that prompted her to embrace her identity as an artist, marking a significant shift in her career trajectory. After relocating to Texas with her family, she found herself in a new environment, focusing on supporting her family, particularly her son who developed a chronic migraine condition. It was during this challenging period that Meredith turned to art as a form of solace and self-expression, experimenting with acrylics and large-scale canvases.

Despite feeling untrained and uncertain, Meredith gradually immersed herself in the art world, finding unexpected success through serendipitous encounters and coincidences. She emphasized the importance of embracing imperfections and overcoming perfectionism, encouraging others to pursue their dreams with courage and perseverance.

 Through her own journey, Meredith exemplifies the resilience and creativity that drive personal growth and fulfillment, especially for women navigating midlife transitions. Her story serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of embracing one's passions and claiming one's voice.


Get in touch with Meredith:
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at  https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]

Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next?   Here are some ways I can help:

• Download my Networking 101 guide  and take steps to further your reach!
• Book a call with me!  I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
• Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.