In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Carol Hodges, a financial expert, about the transition from business coaching to financial expertise. They discuss the concept of 'Menopause Millionaire' and its potential in retirement planning, especially for women business owners. Conversations also delve into determining retirement needs, considerations for life after 50, and managing finances in marriage from a business owner's perspective.

(0:00) Introduction and guest Carol Hodges

(1:16) Shift from business coaching to financial expertise

(2:07) Menopause millionaire: A new perspective on retirement planning

(4:34) Women business owners and retirement planning statistics

(6:14) Explanation and potential of 'menopause millionaire'

(8:41) Determining your retirement needs

(10:39) Life after 50: What to consider

(12:16) Sponsor: Fix Your Business by Melinda Emerson

(13:01) Women in business: To borrow or not to borrow

(14:49) Managing finances in a marriage: A business owner's perspective

(17:07) Business tools and resources: Recommendations from Carol Hodges

(19:06) Closing remarks and final thoughts