Do you believe there is more to life than just waiting for retirement? 

In this episode, Jeff and Jay discuss: 

• The top leaders' biggest challenge of retention and recruitment.
• What is most important when spending time with grandkids.
• Moving to your next phase of life.
• Finding beauty in the transitions of life and seeing God’s hand each day.

Key Takeaways: 

• Be present in your family and find balance in career and personal life - you won’t regret spending time with your kids when they’re young.
• Be intentional and driven to your next stage. We have been conditioned to prepare for retirement, but there is more to life than just retiring.
• Great things throughout history have been done by older people - it is not too late for you. We are not made to sit around and do nothing.
• The better the relationships you have in your 50s, the better health and happiness you have in the later part of your life. Nostalgia and reminiscing are extremely healthy as you age.

"What I try to do in supporting my faith is just be conscious of ‘God, who you're going to put in front of me today?’ And to show up for that, whatever that is, just be present and be available and be bold. The whole spiritual journey has been an adventure, and it's a fun one." —  Jay Gardner

About Jay Gardner: Jay Gardner (Patina Ventures LLC) is a technology industry visionary leader, board member and executive advisor, software company operator, and leadership mentor. His work experience across public companies, private equity, venture capital, management of numerous company integrations, as well as his insight into the application of technology to address business issues have equipped him well. He has passion for teaching, coaching, and serving as a mentor of people, which is applicable to a wide variety of businesses and industries.

Currently, Jay is a director for a public company, SEP Acquisition Corp (Nasdaq:SEPAC) and also serves on the Board at Halftime Institute, which serves by helping leaders get clear on their purpose and impact and supports them with tools, programs, and coaching.


He and his wife, Sally, have six adult children, all married, and eleven grandchildren. They split their time between Fort Worth, TX, and Park City, UT. 

Connect with Jay Gardner:

Website: sepacquisition.com

Halftime Institute: halftimeinstitute.org

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jgardner8

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: generousbusinessowner.com

Website: arkosglobal.com

Book: arkosglobal.com/trading-up

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