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  • 220. The #1 Legal Mistake New Entrepreneurs Make — And How to Avoid It" - with Latrice Smith, Esq.

    220. The #1 Legal Mistake New Entrepreneurs Make — And How to Avoid It" - with Latrice Smith, Esq.

    Are you building your dream business on shaky legal ground?

    It's a common — and costly — mistake. In this episode of Life After Corporate, host Deb Boulanger sits down with attorney and entrepreneur Latrice Smith, Esq., to unpack the legal essentials most new business owners overlook. Whether you're choosing between an LLC vs S Corp, drafting your first client agreements, or just trying to figure out how to start a consulting business without screwing it up, this conversation is your legal GPS.

    Latrice pulls back the curtain on the biggest missteps she sees founders make — from downloading generic business contracts off Google, to skipping crucial business formation documents that protect your assets. She also dives deep into small business legal advice that helps you avoid drama down the road, including partnership agreements, lease negotiations, and why a solid contract is worth more than a catchy brand name.

    If you've been skipping the fine print, this is your wake-up call.

    Connect with Deb Boulanger

    To Watch the Show, click HERE

    For Full Notes, Go to LifeAfterCorporate.com/podcast

    Connect with Deb on LinkedIn, Instagram, and the private Facebook Group!

    Read More about Life After Corporate HERE

    Connect with Latrice Smith, Esq.

    Thrive360 Program – Business blueprint for solopreneurs: https://thomaslaw.org

    Free Discovery Call with Latrice Smith: https://thomaslaw.org

    Instagram: @latricesmithesq.

    YouTube: @LatriceSmithEsq.

    Facebook: thomaslawandconsulting

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    219. Are We Doing Facebook Groups Wrong? Key Lessons on Growing Your Business with Facebook with Tracy

    218. Attention Alchemy: How to Build a Business That Books Itself

    217. Webinar Sales Secrets Every Entrepreneur Should Know

    Tweetable Quotes:

    "You have to talk to experts that can help you develop your vision—not people who didn't receive it."... Latrice Smith, Esq.

    "Your service agreement is not optional—it's your protection, your leverage, and your peace of mind." ... Latrice Smith, Esq.

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    25 min
  • 219. Are We Doing Facebook Groups Wrong? Key Lessons on Growing Your Business with Facebook with Tracy Beavers

    In this episode of Life After Corporate, we unravel the myths around Facebook's effectiveness for marketing, especially for coaches and consultants making the leap from corporate life. Deb Boulanger welcomes dynamic business growth strategist Tracy Beavers, CEO of Tracy Beavers Coaching, to share her insights on how Facebook, when harnessed intentionally, remains a goldmine for generating leads and building lasting business visibility.

    Tracy's journey from being underestimated in corporate America to running a thriving global coaching business is packed with actionable tips on sales, confidence, and organic marketing. If you're still wondering where your audience hangs out online, don't miss this conversation—it could be the game-changing shift your business needs.

    To Watch the Show, click HERE

    For Full Notes, Go to LifeAfterCorporate.com/podcast

    Connect with Deb on LinkedIn, Instagram, and the private Facebook Group!

    Read More about Life After Corporate HERE

    Connect with Tracy Beavers

    FB Business: https://www.facebook.com/tracybeaverscoaching

    FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/beaconfidententrepreneur

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-beavers-b650449/

    YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@tracybeaverscoaching

    Website: https://www.tracybeavers.com

    Podcast: Create Online Business Success - https://pod.link/1764847083

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    218. Attention Alchemy: How to Build a Business That Books Itself

    217. Webinar Sales Secrets Every Entrepreneur Should Know

    216. Why Self-Awareness and Intuition Matter More Than Strategy

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    Tweetable Quotes:

    "I don't love the people that own these platforms. I don't love every decision they make at the company level. But what I have to recognize and what I hope I can help the audience recognize is that Facebook is a massive marketing tool for your business if you're in the online space like we are, and you're leaving money on the table if you don't consider it…" —Tracy Beavers on Why People have become jaded when thinking about Facebook

    "Because we feel like we're taking something from somebody else and we need to flip that to we're GIVING something to somebody else"…. —Tracy Beavers on why people hate sales

    37 min
  • 218. Attention Alchemy: How to Build a Business That Books Itslef

    Are you pouring your heart into content but still hearing crickets when it comes to clients?

    Discover the Attention Alchemy™, the secret formula of how to turn visibility into revenue. Listen to your host, Deb Boulanger, as she reveals how message clarity, thought leadership, and authentic business alignment attract your ideal clients without the grind.

    In this episode, you'll learn the four pllars of Attention Alchemy™ to build a business that books itself. And why strategic consistency matters more than posting everywhere, and how true growth in your business comes from resonance, not relentless activity.

    If you're ready to step off the hamster wheel and into your highest value as a thought leader, this episode just might change the way you do business forever.

    Are you ready to step into Attention Alchemy™ and finally create the visibility that drives revenue? This episode was made for you.

    To see the full show notes, go to LifeAfterCorporate.com/podcast

    Connect with Deb Boulanger

    Website: https://www.LifeAfterCorporate

    LinkedIn: debboulanger-thegreatdo-over

    Podcast: https://pod.link/1500631278

    Ready to turn insights into action? Don't just listen—join the movement! The Life After Corporate Community (https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community) is where ambitious women like you connect, collaborate, and get the strategies, tools, and high-level support to grow a thriving, profitable business.

    Join us now and start making the powerful connections that will elevate your success! https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community

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    Tweetable Quote: "What makes you magnetic and what makes you heard with precision and attracts your ideal clients to you is your emotional truth.".... Deb Boulanger on The Power of Emotional Truth in Marketing

    "She stopped trying to help everyone who was in a career transition and started speaking directly to senior professionals in their final career chapter who had been employed in their current company for a number of years." … Deb Boulanger on The Power of Specificity in Career Coaching

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    16 min
  • 217. Webinar Sales Secrets Every Entrepreneur Should Know

    What if your biggest revenue leak wasn't your product, but your pitch?

    If you've ever delivered an amazing webinar, workshop, or training only to hear crickets when it's time to make your offer—this episode is your turning point. Host Deb Boulanger is joined by Simone Vincenzi to dissect the hidden fears and common missteps entrepreneurs make when presenting offers, and how to transform awkward pitches into authentic invitations that convert. Together, they unravel the psychology, strategy, and subtle art of aligning your sales style with your natural communication strengths. If you've been avoiding "the ask" or rushing through your call to action, this is the mindset and method shift you've been craving.

    Get ready to rewire your revenue strategy—because pitch time is sacred time.

    For the full show notes go to https://lifeaftercorporate.com/podcast/

    Connect with Simone Vincenzi

    Website: https://www.simonev.co/

    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-vincenzi/

    Twitter Simone Vincenzi (@simonegtex) on X

    Instagram @officialsimonegtex

    Facebook page:@simonegtex/

    Ready to turn insights into action? Don't just listen—join the movement! The Life After Corporate Community (https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community) is where ambitious women like you connect, collaborate, and get the strategies, tools, and high-level support to grow a thriving, profitable business.

    Join us now and start making the powerful connections that will elevate your success! https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community

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    213 Scaling Business Growth through Community Building with Entrepreneista's Stephanie Cartin

    212. Unlocking People Magic with Gina Bianchini and Mighty Networks

    211. Secrets to Building Meaningful Memberships from 333 Collective founder, Diana Place

    210. The Upside of Community: How Erin Halper Empowers Independent Consultants

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    41 min
  • 216. Why Self-Awareness and Intuition Matter More Than Strategy

    Are you relying solely on logic to navigate your entrepreneurial journey, ignoring the powerful inner voice that could accelerate your success?

    In this episode of Life After Corporate, host Deb Boulanger sits down with Shoshanna French, renowned for her work in intuitive leadership and founder of Simple Spirit, to explore how tuning into your intuition can transform your business decisions and outcomes.

    Discover why learning to trust your intuition isn't just a "soft skill," but a game-changer for overcoming self-doubt and building true business intuition. Learn to recognize your intuitive strengths, avoid costly mistakes, and harness your inner guidance for clarity, faster decision-making, and authentic growth. If you've ever questioned your ability to trust yourself after leaving corporate, this conversation will challenge, inspire, and equip you to lead from your wisest self.

    Are you ready to turn intuition into your most powerful tool for business and life?

    For Full Notes go to LifeAfterCorporate.com/podcast

    Connect with Shoshanna French

    Website:https://simplespirit.com/

    LinkedIn: @shoshannafrench

    Facebook: @simplespirittips

    Instagram: @shoshannafrenchstokes

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    Connect with Deb

    LinkedIn: @debboulanger-thegreatdo-over

    Life after Corporate LinkedIn Page: www.linkedin.com/groups/12656341/

    YouTube: @debraboulange

    Instagram: @deb_boulanger

    Website: www.lifeaftercorporate.com

    Ready to turn insights into action? Don't just listen—join the movement! The Life After Corporate Community (https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community) is where ambitious women like you connect, collaborate, and get the strategies, tools, and high-level support to grow a thriving, profitable business.

    Join us now and start making the powerful connections that will elevate your success! https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community

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    205. Common Trademark Mistakes That Could Cost Your Business Thousands

    197. How Meghann Conter is Rewriting the Rules of Success for Women Entrepreneurs with THE DAMES

    194. How Entrepreneurs Can Avoid Becoming Seven-Figure Poor

    119. Pivoting During a Pandemic and Leading With Your North Star, with Cate Luzio - Founder of Luminary

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    44 min
  • 215. Personal Growth and Alignment Strategies for Coaches with Danita Young

    Are you unconsciously sabotaging your entrepreneurial journey with limiting beliefs from your corporate past?

    This episode of Life After Corporate dives deep into the turbulent inner journey from regular paychecks to the unpredictable realm of entrepreneurship. Host Deb Boulanger welcomes transformational coach Danita Young, who shares her raw, inspiring story of hitting rock bottom, rebuilding from failure, and ultimately discovering true alignment. Discover why mastering the inner game—overcoming anxiety, perfectionism, and self-doubt—is not just a mindset shift but the foundation for sustainable business growth. With practical strategies, memorable stories of resilience, and a powerful reminder that self-development is a prerequisite, this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about success.

    Tune in to learn why alignment is more powerful than hustle, and how your inner resilience could be the most valuable asset you own.

    For Full notes go to https://lifeaftercorporate.com/podcast/

    Connect with Danita Young

    Website: https:/alignwithdanita.com

    Facebook: @alignwithdanita

    Instagram: @danitayoung

    Ready to turn insights into action? Don't just listen—join the movement! The Life After Corporate Community (https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community) is where ambitious women like you connect, collaborate, and get the strategies, tools, and high-level support to grow a thriving, profitable business.

    Join us now and start making the powerful connections that will elevate your success! https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community

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    213 Scaling Business Growth through Community Building with Entrepreneista's Stephanie Cartin

    212. Unlocking People Magic with Gina Bianchini and Mighty Networks

    211. Secrets to Building Meaningful Memberships from 333 Collective founder, Diana Place

    210. The Upside of Community: How Erin Halper Empowers Independent Consultants

    209. From Corporate to Community Architect: Cate Luzio on Designing Luminary's Unique Network

    208. Building Belonging: How Life After Corporate is Creating a Home for Women Entrepreneurs

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    Get weekly tips on how to create more money and meaning doing work you love and be one of the many growing entrepreneurs in our community. Connect with me on LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12656341/ or on Instagram or our website at www.lifeaftercorporatepodcast.com .

    38 min
  • 214. Building Powerful Communities with Friendship First, Business Second with Inbal Claudio

    Are you overlooking the true power of community in growing your business?

    In this episode of Life After Corporate, host Debra Boulanger sits down with three-time founder and master community builder, Imbal Claudio to unravel what it really takes to create thriving, connected spaces for women entrepreneurs. Imbal reveals her "friendship first, business second" philosophy, shares how she bootstrapped her own tech-based women's network to 3,500+ members worldwide, and dispels the myths around easy community-building. From the emotional rollercoaster of funding a dream to the specific strategies for sparking genuine interaction both online and in-person, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone who wants to move beyond surface-level networking into authentic collaboration.

    Full Notes HERE

    You'll never see the word "community" the same way again.

    Connect with Imbal Claudio

    Website:https://likemindedcollective.com/

    Website: www.inbalclaudio.com

    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/inbalclaudio

    Instagram:@ inbalclaudio:

    Ready to turn insights into action? Don't just listen—join the movement! The Life After Corporate Community (https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community) is where ambitious women like you connect, collaborate, and get the strategies, tools, and high-level support to grow a thriving, profitable business.

    Join us now and start making the powerful connections that will elevate your success! https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community

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    213 Scaling Business Growth through Community Building with Entrepreneista's Stephanie Cartin

    212. Unlocking People Magic with Gina Bianchini and Mighty Networks

    211. Secrets to Building Meaningful Memberships from 333 Collective founder, Diana Place

    210. The Upside of Community: How Erin Halper Empowers Independent Consultants

    209. From Corporate to Community Architect: Cate Luzio on Designing Luminary's Unique Network

    208. Building Belonging: How Life After Corporate is Creating a Home for Women Entrepreneurs

    Tweetable Quotes:

    "This is really for solo entrepreneurs or women with teams who don't have a cofounder that just need to brainstorm about things that are coming up."...Inbal Claudio on who her community is for

    "It took me about two and a half years, different developers, tons of tech issues, launch delays, but I launched it about three years ago."...Inbal Claudio on everything she had to go through to launch her community

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    SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A FIVE-STAR REVIEW and share this podcast to other growing entrepreneurs!

    Get weekly tips on how to create more money and meaning doing work you love and be one of the many growing entrepreneurs in our community. Connect with me on LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12656341/ or on Instagram or our website at www.lifeaftercorporatepodcast.com .

    35 min
  • 213 Scaling Business Growth through Community Building with Entrepreneista's Stephanie Cartin

    Are you leveraging the true power of the entrepreneurial community, or are you missing out on the connections, collaborations, and resources that could completely transform your business?

    Host Deb Boulanger sits down with visionary entrepreneur Stephanie Cartin—cofounder of Socialfly and creator of the Entreprenista League—to unpack the real work behind scaling, selling, and supporting women-led businesses. From stories of girlhood hustles to the sophisticated systems behind a 2,500+ member-strong network, this conversation goes deep into the realities of entrepreneurship, including the sacrifices, strategies, and lessons learned in building a vibrant, scalable community.

    For More Show notes about this episode, go to:

    https://lifeaftercorporate.com/podcast/

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    Connect with Stephanie Cartin

    Website: www.entreprenista.com

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/entreprenistas/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@entreprenistas@entreprenistas

    Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@entreprenistas

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/@entreprenistas

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    • Startups in Stilettos – https://pod.link/1611365761

    • Entreprenista – https://pod.link/1441790895

    Want to join Entreprenistas??? Go to: https://refer.entreprenista.com/deb and use discount code: "Deb500"

    Ready to turn insights into action? Don't just listen—join the movement! The Life After Corporate Community (https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community) is where ambitious women like you connect, collaborate, and get the strategies, tools, and high-level support to grow a thriving, profitable business.

    Join us now and start making the powerful connections that will elevate your success! https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community

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    212. Unlocking People Magic with Gina Bianchini and Mighty Networks

    211. Secrets to Building Meaningful Memberships from 333 Collective founder, Diana Place

    210. The Upside of Community: How Erin Halper Empowers Independent Consultants

    209. Pivoting During a Pandemic and Leading With Your North Star, with Cate Luzio - Founder of Luminary

    SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A FIVE-STAR REVIEW and share this podcast to other growing entrepreneurs!

    Get weekly tips on how to create more money and meaning doing work you love and be one of the many growing entrepreneurs in our community. Connect with me on LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12656341/ or on Instagram or our website at www.lifeaftercorporatepodcast.com .

    35 min
  • 212. Unlocking People Magic with Gina Bianchini and Mighty Networks

    Are you underestimating the true power of community in growing your coaching or consulting business?

    In this episode of Life After Corporate, we're joined by Gina Bianchini, the visionary behind Mighty Networks, a platform redefining how purpose-driven entrepreneurs build profitable, scalable communities. Discover why the future belongs to those who master "People Magic"—leveraging advanced technology and AI to create spaces where motivated people connect, transform, and grow. If you've struggled to stand out, goosebump-inducing insights await on the difference between an audience and a true community, and why focusing on transitions can spark explosive engagement.

    Don't miss this deep dive—learn how intentional design, smart hosting, and curated technology are the keys to thriving in the next decade. Your future as a transformational community leader starts here.

    [0:01-] Building the Foundation: The Power of People Magic

    • Discover why connecting people to each other, not just content, creates impactful and lasting communities

    • Learn the crucial role of transition periods (career changes, entrepreneurship, etc.) in attracting highly motivated community members

    • Explore the difference between building an audience and cultivating a dynamic, interactive community

    • Understand the "flywheel" effect: how a motivated core group can trigger organic growth as members become natural ambassadors

    [0:08:37] Rethinking Community Leadership: From Teaching to Hosting

    • Creating an environment with a clear framework allows members to apply concepts to their own lives—making their personal stories part of the collective value

    • Discover why less content can actually serve your community better by reducing overwhelm and enabling deeper connections

    • Analogies like hosting a dinner party illustrate how the best communities empower members to connect, share, and grow—without the host taking center stage

    • Community memberships, much like tithing or neighborhood dues, reflect a time-honored model of investing in shared purpose and transformation

    [ 0:19:05] The Mechanics of Scale: Clarity, Structure, and Sustainable Growth

    • Set a "big purpose" for your community by articulating who you bring together, what they'll do, and the transformation they'll achieve

    • Use monthly themes to provide structure and novelty that keeps members engaged, excited, and coming back for more

    • Implement a predictable weekly calendar (e.g., live streams, member profiles, give/ask days) to build habits and foster repeated engagement

    • Harness the power of polls and questions to spark fast connections and valuable conversations—fueling the flywheel effect without overwhelming the host

    [0:27:20] Community and Technology: The Future of People Magic

    • Leverage AI within community platforms to curate meaningful connections, highlight member strengths, and match people for optimal impact

    • Recognize that practicing community-building is a vital skill for the coming decades, making hosts and members alike more resilient and adaptable

    • Address the loneliness epidemic and rebuild trust by focusing on authentic stories, vulnerability, and genuine opportunities for members to give and ask

    • Envision a world where communities across generations benefit from advanced technology, fostering empathy, connection, and transformation both online and in real life

    Connect with Gina Bianchini

    Website:Mighty Networks | Community Platform, Courses & Memberships

    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ginabianchini

    X: Gina Bianchini (@ginab) / X

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MightyNetworks

    Podcast: https://pod.link/1752507039

    Ready to turn insights into action? Don't just listen—join the movement! The Life After Corporate Community (https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community) is where ambitious women like you connect, collaborate, and get the strategies, tools, and high-level support to grow a thriving, profitable business.

    Join us now and start making the powerful connections that will elevate your success! https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community

    Other episodes you may enjoy; find them all at:

    https://lifeaftercorporate.com/podcast/ or

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    211. Secrets to Building Meaningful Memberships from 333 Collective founder, Diana Place

    210. The Upside of Community: How Erin Halper Empowers Independent Consultants

    209. From Corporate to Community Architect: Cate Luzio on Designing Luminary's Unique Network

    197. How Meghann Conter is Rewriting the Rules of Success for Women Entrepreneurs with THE DAMES

    Tweetable Quotes:

    "Your desire to show value and show you care in a world of content creation is actually overwhelm and work for your members. That is the fundamental disconnect, and I've been guilty of this as well."... Gina Bianchini on the Value of Community Creation

    "We all can have abundance because connecting to other people to solve problems and build new amazing things and explore art and creativity and entrepreneurship and all of the things that means and matters is not only possible, but if we do our jobs right at Mighty, it's expected." Gina Bianchini on the future of community and abundance.

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    49 min
  • 211. Secrets to Building Meaningful Memberships from 333 Collective founder, Diana Place

    Are you ready to redefine your life in your third act and infuse it with passion and purpose?

    Join us in this riveting episode of Life After Corporate as Debra Boulanger welcomes Diana Place, who embarks on a deeply personal journey of reinvention post-corporate life. They explore the significance of community in navigating this transition and how redefining one's ventures with deep personal alignment can set a thriving course into your third act. Diana shares her inspiring tale of how a major life event propelled her to pivot from an accomplished corporate leadership role to an entrepreneurial pursuit that aligns seamlessly with her passions.

    This episode will challenge you to delve deeper, tune into those pivotal moments, and craft an impactful third act on your own terms.

    [:001 - 07:30] From Corporate Leadership to Entrepreneurship

    • Diana reflects on her time at AOL and the internal shift that signaled her departure.

    • After embracing motherhood at 41, Diana sought a lifestyle accommodating her family values.

    • She recalls the excitement and challenge of leaving a corporate safety net for a clean slate.

    • The importance of aligning work with meaningful, personal imperatives becomes evident.

    [07:31- 15:35] The Catalyst for Change: Embracing Life's Lightning Strikes

    • Discover how a health scare prompted profound reflection and reevaluation of priorities.

    • Diana identifies the significance of lightning strike moments that catalyze life transformations.

    • The conversation moves to the power of community in embracing and navigating transitions.

    • Diana details the birth of Third Act Quest following her personal health journey.

    [15:36- 22:47] Building Community: Connection as a Cornerstone

    • Learn about the origins and evolution of the 333 Collective and its foundational community role.

    • How storytelling events and connection circles laid the groundwork for 333 Collective.

    • The journey from Zoom gatherings to an involved network and the need for connection beyond work.

    • Diana emphasizes the distinction between fragmented online communities and genuine engagement.

    [22:48 - 42:53] Looking Forward: Expansion and Future Plans

    • Diana shares exciting plans for in-person gatherings and regional ambassador roles in 2025.

    • The introduction of a video series capturing diverse third act stories to inspire a wider audience.

    • She discusses how travel and storytelling intertwine to fulfill her passion and expand the community.

    • Diana closes with an empowering vision for the collective: writing one's own vibrant third act.

    Connect with Diana Place

    Website: https://www.thirdactquest.com

    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dianadunbarplace

    Instagram: @thirdactquest

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCATbNxGoJ_uGy-5ixZ5_XbA/

    Ready to turn insights into action? Don't just listen—join the movement! The Life After Corporate Community (https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community) is where ambitious women like you connect, collaborate, and get the strategies, tools, and high-level support to grow a thriving, profitable business.

    Join us now and start making the powerful connections that will elevate your success! https://lifeaftercorporate.com/community

    Other episodes you may enjoy; find them all at:

    https://lifeaftercorporate.com/podcast/ or

    Life After Corphttps://pod.link/1500631278orate

    210. The Upside of Community: How Erin Halper Empowers Independent Consultants

    209. From Corporate to Community Architect: Cate Luzio on Designing Luminary's Unique Network

    208. Building Belonging: How Life After Corporate is Creating a Home for Women Entrepreneurs

    206. Why Email Marketing Is Still the Holy Grail for Business Growth

    Tweetable Quotes:

    "The pandemic offered a collective disruption, making people rethink their lives. Cracking open introspection and questioning who we are and how we work are keystones to truly meaningful reinvention." … Diana Place on how the Pandemic affected her business

    "I left a ten-year career because I realized what I was doing wasn't meaningful to my heart. I wanted to make an impact, to find work that resonated with my values. That's a crucial realization everyone should have…." Diana Place on finding her true self

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    44 min

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