Creating Your Encore Career: Recent Episodes

Lynn Friesth

This is Creating Your Encore Career And becoming a “Silver Entrepreneur”, with your host Lynn Friesth.

Lynn will share ideas and expert advice from people that are walking in your shoes and living their encore careers — where they want and at the pace they want. You’ll start a company of one with confidence and knowledge to live a fulfilled life of freedom and ease.

Lynn is a Coach and Leadership Consultant whose mission is to show Senior Leaders and Experts how to start something refreshing and new after a full career in the corporate environment.

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Are you ready to navigate transitions and create an encore life? That's exactly what we're exploring on this podcast! Unfortunately, I am taking a brief sabbatical to care for my 97-year-old mother. But don't worry, this isn't the end of our journey together - it's a transition that I'm eager to share and learn from.

While the podcast takes a short nap, I'll be maintaining our connection with weekly newsletters and bite-sized social media posts. This episode marks both an end and a beginning, a stepping stone into something new. I'm sharing the reason behind my pause - a transition that's personally significant and a lesson in adaptation.

But remember, with an encore life, you can create value beyond just winning the next pickleball game. You can work on something you love, whenever and wherever you want! And if you're still keen on unraveling transitions and creating an encore life, you can head over to my website - www.lynnfriesth.com. We've got loads of past podcasts, my newsletter, and you can also stay connected through LinkedIn or Instagram.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The reason behind the pause
  • The sabbatical experience as a valuable opportunity to learn about life transitions
  • How we can still communicate amidst the hiatus

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

Most people view life transitions as uncomfortable and disruptive. But with the right mindset, each transition can be a source of immense growth and learning.

Introducing my FREE guide: "How to Navigate Life’s Transitions"

Dive deep into practical tools, inspiring stories, and reflective questions designed to empower you through every change.

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com

LinkedIn

Facebook

Follow and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

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Today, we’re listening to a replay of one of our favorite episodes with John Tarnoff.

Tune in to listen here → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/224

As Boomers, we have to constantly reinvent ourselves, just like companies do. And one of the most effective ways to do that is to pull together different pieces of ourselves to create something new. Reinvention doesn’t come from nothing. It comes from seeing ourselves in a new light.

John Tarnoff had a long career in the entertainment business. After his tech startup went bust, he decided to go back to school to earn a Master’s degree in Spiritual Psychology – a branch of behavioral psychology that focuses on self-responsibility and self-forgiveness as pathways to healing and change.

Now, fifteen years later, as a career coach, author, and speaker, his mission is to support professionals over 50 – to redefine, build and sustain second-act careers beyond traditional retirement. John wrote a book on this called Boomer Reinvention, How To Create Your Dream Career Over 50.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Some myths about Boomer workers
  • Why freelance work can be a great fit
  • Why you need to find a tribe or network
  • Why even with a W-2 job, you should think of yourself as a freelancer
  • The importance of patience and persistence in working independently

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Grab a copy of Boomer Reinvention, How To Create Your Dream Career Over 50
  • Check out John’s Website
  • John also co-hosts a LinkedIn Live show and podcast called: “The Second Act Show”
  • Take Lynn’s Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

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Are you prepared to reimagine your retirement transition? In today’s episode, I’m guiding you through the uncharted territories of retirement, breaking down preconceived notions and replacing them with genuine insights from two revealing surveys by the Retirement Coaches Association and the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies.

Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/223

Unpack the non-financial fears that accompany retirement, from the loss of identity to a sudden lack of routine, and learn how to manage them. Understand that retirement is a significant life change, taking a year or more to fully adjust to. Discover the power of having written plans and goals to ease the transition and make your everyday life more fulfilling in retirement.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Retirement difficulties and biggest non-financial fears
  • Social interactions in retirement
  • Retirement honeymoon phase time frame
  • Findings from the 23rd Annual Transamerica Retirement Survey

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

Resources:

The Great Retirement Disconnect

Retirement Coaches Association 2023

Life in Retirement:Pre-Retiree Expectations and Retiree Realities September 2023

Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies

Introducing my FREE guide: "How to Navigate Life’s Transitions"

Dive deep into practical tools, inspiring stories, and reflective questions designed to empower you through every change.

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

LinkedIn

Facebook

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

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Imagine a life where you transform your expertise into an income ecosystem that overflows with cash. Envision a journey towards a successful encore career, unshackled by corporate life, and immersed in the freedom of doing what you love. In this episode, I’ll be introducing an exciting training opportunity with Mike Kim, a personal branding guru and Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author.

Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/222

Mike, a dear friend and mentor throughout my Encore Career Journey, has been pivotal in my transition from corporate life to running an independent business. He's NOT just another hyped-up internet personality promising impossible results; instead, he offers practical, incremental steps towards success, sharing both his triumphs and trials. Mike's approach goes beyond mere tactics, focusing on helping you discover your big "Why" - where your passion meets a market need. His expertise extends across various fields, including coaches, business consultants, healthcare providers, and missionaries.

Join us as we discuss Mike's FREE webinar, "How to Turn Your Expertise into an Income Ecosystem that Overflows with Cash," where he'll guide you on creating a self-sustaining ecosystem of income streams. Stay tuned as we delve into this unique approach to financial abundance.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Aligning your income streams with your strengths and passion
  • Assessing market demand and calculating initial investment and ROI
  • The danger of remaining a "one-dimensional" expert
  • How to know the next income stream to create
  • Why you should never overlook the secondary skills or niche aspects of your expertise
  • How to scale up from service provider to create an income ecosystem
  • Three “force multipliers” behind every prosperous income ecosystem, as leveraged by industry leaders
  • Why passive income requires passive marketing (and what that really means)
  • Why you need to look for “Bulletproof Markets” –– identifying and entering recession-proof niches

Now, for some action steps:

  • Webinar link:

Tuesday DEC. 5th / 1 pm ET / 12 pm CT / 11 am PT

REGISTER NOW »

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

Most people view life transitions as uncomfortable and disruptive. But with the right mindset, each transition can be a source of immense growth and learning.

My FREE guide: "How to Navigate Life’s Transitions."

Dive deep into practical tools, inspiring stories, and reflective questions designed to empower you through every change.

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

LinkedIn

Facebook

Follow and Review:

We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and helps spread the word about the podcast.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

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We’ve all attended a presentation only to leave and immediately forget everything we’d learned. Why does this happen? Likely, the presenter wasn’t interactive, didn’t make the presentation fun for everyone, and didn’t tell stories. These common mistakes make the audience bored and unlikely to retain any information.

Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/221

On the other hand, when presenters connect to the right energy, connect with their audiences, and perform their presentations, the impact is amazing. Both the presenter and the audience members enjoy themselves and are left with a powerful takeaway.

In this episode, I am talking with Rick Davis of the Davis Presentation Group about more strategies for giving effective presentations.

Rick can help you find ways to CONNECT to positive sources, PLAY with ideas and interests that energize you and make you come alive, and PERFORM in the role you were always meant to portray.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The lessons Rick learned as he built his business and began helping people with presentations.
  • First steps to becoming a better presenter.
  • The typical mistakes presenters make.
  • How many points a presentation should have.
  • How to utilize stories well in presentations.
  • Taking the time to rehearse and develop our presentations.
  • The impact of being more intentional about our presentations.
  • General presentation formats you can use.
  • The benefit of pauses while presenting.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Email Rick at rick@davispresentationgroup.com with the subject line “Lynn sent me.” The first 20 listeners to do so will get a 30-minute call with Rick to work on their presentation skills.
  • Find out more about Rick’s services: https://davispresentationgroup.com/
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

Most people view life transitions as uncomfortable and disruptive. But with the right mindset, each transition can be a source of immense growth and learning.

Introducing my FREE guide: "How to Navigate Life’s Transitions"

Dive deep into practical tools, inspiring stories, and reflective questions designed to empower you through every change.

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

LinkedIn

Facebook

Follow and Review:

We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and helps spread the word about the podcast.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

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Willpower alone will never lead to success. It certainly won’t help you create a successful Encore Career. You need more than willpower–you need habits.

Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/220

Today, I want to talk all about healthy habits and how to implement them. To help me do so, I’m going back over some ideas from the study, “Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement” by Edward Jones and AgeWave. They talk about the stages of retirement and the disorientation that comes with it.

When we retire, we disrupt the habits of work we've had for 30-40 years. All of a sudden, we’re launched into a new environment. Additionally, in corporate life, you had a level of drive. You pushed through things and made it work. In your Encore Career, however, you only have so much drive.

All of this explains why we have to depend on routines, checklists, and habits to help support us as we create our new Encore Career. Tune in to learn how!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How to create a new habit.
  • How to identify the distractions that are getting in your way.
  • Why tracking your habits is important.
  • Why you need to stop being so hard on yourself.
  • Four especially useful habits.
  • The power of simplification.
  • Application questions to ask yourself.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Read “Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement” by Edward Jones and AgeWave
  • Read Atomic Habits by James Clear
  • Read Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg
  • 5 habits of people who are especially productive working from home
  • Subtract by Leidy Klotz
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

Most people view life transitions as uncomfortable and disruptive. But with the right mindset, each transition can be a source of immense growth and learning.

Introducing my FREE guide: "How to Navigate Life’s Transitions"

Dive deep into practical tools, inspiring stories, and reflective questions designed to empower you through every change.

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

LinkedIn

Facebook

Follow and Review:

We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

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Ever felt that life's transitions are too challenging to navigate? As your guide through this journey, I’m offering a fresh perspective on embracing the unexpected twists and turns of life. From those unexpected career turns to health hiccups, relationship storms to financial instability – nothing is too daunting for us to conquer together. So here’s an arsenal of pragmatic tools and inspiring narratives, interspersed with thoughtful questions to help you shift your perspective – from seeing life's uncertainties as roadblocks to viewing them as stepping stones that lead you to a brighter tomorrow.

Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/219

Let's then unlock the doors to our encore life - a life where we age gracefully, continuously learn, and live our dreams. Forget the humdrum of a mundane corporate career or the confines of a pickleball game. Your encore life is about doing what you love, when you want, where you want. We also unpack the potential challenges that might crop up, including identity shifts, loss of community, or tech overwhelm, and strategize on how to tackle them. Ready to set sail to an encore life where you're the captain of your ship? Let's navigate together.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Ways to turn life's uncertainties into pathways for personal growth
  • Managing the emotions that come with the transition
  • The possibilities of an encore life
  • How we can take control of our transitions
  • The impact of a positive attitude towards aging
  • The importance of lifelong learning

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

Most people view life transitions as uncomfortable and disruptive. But with the right mindset, each transition can be a source of immense growth and learning.

Introducing my FREE guide: "How to Navigate Life’s Transitions"

Dive deep into practical tools, inspiring stories, and reflective questions designed to empower you through every change.

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

LinkedIn

Facebook

Follow and Review:

We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

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Ever felt that a strong network of relationships can be the secret potion to a fulfilling life? You're right! Join today’s conversation as we uncover the profound impact of relationships, specifically drawing wisdom from “The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness.”

Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/218

We lay out the art of checking in, the strength in vulnerability, and the delicate balance of personal growth with nurturing relationships. We’re also going to take you on a journey of exploring personal dreams and life transitions. Imagine transcending the simple confines of winning a game to creating something valuable in the world. Sounds exciting, doesn’t it? This part of the discussion aims to guide you on how to navigate life's transitions and bring your dreams to life.

So, buckle up for a stimulating dialogue that ventures beyond the mundane and delves into the extraordinary realms of life, dreams, and relationships. Don't miss out on the insights, and the free guide I offer at the end to help you embark on your transition journey right away.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Navigating your transition to living your dreams
  • The importance of sustaining relationships
  • The art of checking in
  • The need for vulnerability
  • The idea of creating value in the world

Now, for some action steps:

  • Grab a copy of the book, The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

Most people view life transitions as uncomfortable and disruptive. But with the right mindset, each transition can be a source of immense growth and learning.

Introducing my FREE guide: "How to Navigate Life’s Transitions"

Dive deep into practical tools, inspiring stories, and reflective questions designed to empower you through every change.

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

LinkedIn

Facebook

Follow and Review:

We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

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Today, you will learn how to stay relevant as you enter, create, and develop an Encore Career.

Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/217

This process involves three key questions. Firstly, why do you need to develop your value proposition? Secondly, how can you keep your skills relevant? Finally, how will people find you?

Last week, we talked about people skills and emotional intelligence. That whole idea is a starting point for today’s topic. It’s crucial that you get to know yourself and learn how to understand others. That could be a key source of value for you in your value proposition.

We’ll dive into all of that and more throughout this episode. Tune in to learn all about staying relevant in your Encore Career!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why you need to develop a value proposition.
  • How to create a value proposition as a Silver Entrepreneur.
  • How to keep your skills relevant.
  • Why you need to learn the “why” and “what” of various skills even if you never learn the “how.”
  • How to get people to find you.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Read: You Are the Brand by Mike Kim
  • Read: Wisdom @ Work by Chip Conley
  • Read: Humble Inquiry by Edgar Schein
  • Read: Humble Consulting by Edgar Schein
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

LinkedIn

Facebook

Follow and Review:

We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

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Today, we are going to be talking with Chelsea Brinkley. I have known and admired Chelsea for several years now and she is a very smart and amazing person. Every day, she helps entrepreneurs and freelancers create efficient businesses so they can create the life they desire on their own terms.

Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/216

In 2016, Chelsea and her husband decided to leave their corporate jobs and become full-time remote workers. They wanted the freedom to be able to travel often, work from wherever they were, and live where they wanted. They ultimately wanted to enjoy life and not have to wait for retirement to do all those things. Chelsea’s desire to create life on her own terms inspired what she does for other entrepreneurs now.

If you’re an entrepreneur who needs to get some systems and processes in place, have questions about how to work best with remote team members, or need to delegate some work to a virtual executive assistant, today’s interview will be of great help to you. In this episode, Chelsea shares great ideas for people developing encore careers to get productive in a great way. She is a pleasure to know and work with and I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation with her!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How Chelsea helps people create processes.
  • The systems you need in your business.
  • What work a solo entrepreneur should consider outsourcing and to what kinds of team members.
  • Some of the experiences Chelsea has had when working remotely.
  • Any special things that she has noticed when working with "Silver Entrepreneurs."

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

LinkedIn

Facebook

Follow and Review:

We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

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Michael Simmons is an author who has done extensive research on the topic of accelerated change in the workplace. He studied the work of 10 different authors who had written on this issue of the acceleration of digital capitalism and the acceleration of time. Simmons spent over 100 hours reading these top 10 books and articles and provided a summary of all of them in his own article.

Go here to listen → http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/215

In this episode, we are talking all about that article. We are discussing the conclusions Simmons came to after his research. I hope that this discussion will give all of us a feel for what we're looking at as leaders, as silver entrepreneurs, and as business leaders in the time to come.

Tune in to hear the 6 main ideas of Simmon’s article and how they apply to you.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Time is accelerating because of The Red Queen Effect
  • The coming acceleration shock
  • Introducing The 10-Year Rule
  • How to prepare for the coming acceleration shock
  • What we can do about time acceleration in our careers
  • The 5-Hour Rule: the antidote to the exploding pace of modern life

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Read Simmon’s article: Google Director Of Engineering: This is how fast the world will change in ten years

Connect with Me:

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Please leave a Rating and Review:

Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Leading the Factory Forward is all about.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Leading the Factory Forward.

— Lynn


Episode Credits:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their businesses and impact the world.

Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

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Have you ever stood at the precipice of a life transition, completely unsure of how to proceed? We've all been there. In this fascinating episode, we open up a new conversation around our life's journey, examining how we let go of ego embrace new inspiration, and take on challenges as we age.

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Drawing stories from our own lives and rich insights from leading books, we uncover the differences between a three-stage life pattern and a longer life pattern, sharing tips on how to find renewal in each transition.

As our journey continues, we delve into several insightful books that can offer guidance during midlife transitions. 'The Big Leap' by Gay Hendricks, 'Wisdom at Work' by Chip Connolly, and 'The Good Life' by Robert Waldinger and Mark Schultz, to name a few. These literary gems help us identify our upper limit, discover our zone of genius, and understand the importance of community and co-generation in finding joy and fulfillment.

We also discuss the groundbreaking Harvard Project, which revealed that a fulfilling life is not always about wealth. So come along, let's navigate these transitions together, equipped with wisdom from various authors and practical tools for successful transitions.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The different tools and techniques we can use to navigate life's transitions
  • How to let go of our ego in the second half of life
  • Discovering new inspiration and taking on new challenges in the third half of life
  • The differences between a three-stage life pattern and a longer life pattern, and finding renewal in each transition
  • Having a positive mindset about aging
  • Leveraging the ritual of storytelling and generational perspectives to help us reinvent ourselves
  • William Bridges' Transitions book and his three steps for successful transitions.
  • Other books on midlife transitions, upper limits, zones of genius, and the importance of community

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Resources:

"The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks

"Wisdom at Work" by Chip Connolly

"The Good Life" by Robert Waldinger and Mark Schultz

"Falling Upward" by Father Richard Rohr

"The Third Chapter" by Sarah Lawrence Lightfoot

"The 100-Year Life" by Lynda Gratton and Andrew Scott

"Transitions" by William Bridges

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Get ready to unlock the power of AI as an ally in your professional journey! Listen in as we navigate the exciting intersection of AI and the world of seasoned workers. Fear not, this is not a tale of job displacement, but rather a journey of exploration and creativity. We'll uncover the value of human ingenuity, the magic of storytelling, and the importance of emotional intelligence in a landscape increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence. We'll also reveal how harnessing the power of AI can help us remain mentally stimulated and master new skills, even as we progress in our careers.

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Then, join us as we pivot the conversation towards creating value and living the dream. You'll discover how seasoned professionals can extend their worth beyond their existing roles and how to kickstart an encore career. We'll reveal how AI can be a powerful tool in this transition and how staying current with the latest tech trends can make your encore career more rewarding. Listen in as we shed light on the exciting opportunities that come with embracing AI and staying ahead of the curve. Tune in and discover how you can leverage your expertise and AI to live your dream career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • AI's role for seasoned workers
  • How AI can help seasoned workers with their transition and how it can be an ally in their pursuit of an encore career
  • The importance of staying up to date with the latest technologies

Now, for some action steps:

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Resources:

AARP article: Should Older Workers Worry About AI?

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

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Ready to redefine your career and start living your dream? We've got a compelling conversation ahead, centered around leveraging your transferable skills for a career reinvention. Tune in as we explore how to evaluate your past experiences, shine a spotlight on your abilities, and revamp your skills to fit your new career goals. We provide an insightful list of 20 possible transferable skills that you could already possess. Plus, discover how to navigate the digital world to identify your strengths and apply them in your dream field.

But, it’s not just about your career. It's about building strong relationships too. In the second half of our conversation, we delve into the significance of self-awareness. Learn why understanding yourself and others is fundamental not only to create powerful connections but also to transition smoothly into a new career. We'll guide you through tapping into your inherent skills and applying them to any situation - be it a new career, a non-profit initiative, or forming new relationships. So, gear up to redefine your career and turn your dreams into reality. Subscribe now and embark on this enlightening journey towards a fulfilling career change.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • 20 transferable skills people develop over a lifetime
  • How to use online opportunities to help you identify your skills
  • The importance of relationship-building skills

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

Resources:

What Color Is Your Parachute?: Your Guide to a Lifetime of Meaningful Work and Career Success by Richard N. Bolles

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

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Unlock the limitless potential of the growth mindset on your midlife career journey! Brace yourself for an enlightening exploration into the world of continuous learning, adaptability, and unwavering self-belief. We'll equip you with practical strategies to cultivate this transformative mindset, fueling your ride to success. Learn how to harness the power of optimism, resilience, and self-trust, empowering your growth journey. Furthermore, discover the art of focusing on the process rather than the outcome, epitomizing persistence and tenacity.

Thinking about a career shift? Ready for an encore? We've got you covered. Drawing from the successful transitions of two friends, we'll lay out a roadmap filled with insightful strategies for your journey from corporate life to your dream career. Hear about the magic of setting goals, the indispensability of constant learning, and the strength of a supportive network. We'll also shed light on the importance of self-care, reframing obstacles, and celebrating even the smallest victories to maintain motivation and steadfastness on your path. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone aspiring to redefine success and breathe new life into their careers.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The importance of developing a growth mindset to unlock our full potential
  • Focusing on the process rather than the outcome
  • Positive thinking and resilience
  • Strategies for developing a success mindset
  • Time blocking for productivity

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

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Ever questioned the conventional norms of retirement? It's time to flip the script and embrace the concept of 'unretirement'! We challenge age-old traditions and redefine retirement as not an end, but a transition into an exciting new chapter brimming with purpose and enrichment. Get inspired by my own journey into 'unretirement' and the lessons I've learned about staying active, engaging with new social connections, and maintaining a sense of purpose.

Take a deep dive into the intriguing idea of a 'portfolio life', where different aspects of life take precedence at different times, keeping you stimulated and engaged as you traverse this new phase.

As we reframe retirement, we also discuss the significance of financial planning and why ongoing learning never goes out of style. It's not merely about surviving your retirement years but thriving and growing as an individual. So, tune in, and let's explore how you can approach your next chapter with gusto and a fresh perspective. Buckle up for this journey of unretirement and discover a new vision for your life!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The importance of reframing retirement
  • The traditional model of retirement
  • The concept of “unretirement”
  • Modern Elder Academy’s Reframing Retirement course

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  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

Resources:

Modern Elder Academy - Reframing Retirement: https://www.modernelderacademy.com/programs/meao/reframing-retirement

The New Age of Aging - Age Wave: https://agewave.com/what-we-do/landmark-research-and-consulting/research-studies/the-new-age-of-aging/

My Resources:

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Prepare to have your perceptions of aging, work, and retirement shifted as we explore the profound potential of a 100-year life, inspired by the enlightening Stanford Study on Longevity. We dismantle the outdated notion of aging as a hard stop at 65 and delve into the need for a stage-based understanding of life – one where continual learning and multiple job transitions become the norm.

The New Map of Life project paints a hopeful picture of longevity. It suggests that lengthened lives can lead to transformative societal changes enabling us to redefine life itself – leading to more productive, meaningful, and healthier living at various life stages, not just in the golden years.

With age as a significant part of the diversity equation, this conversation emphasizes the critical role of inclusivity in the scope of a 100-year life. We take a hard look at the retirement system and the potential to create return ships for those who've stepped away from the workforce. We also discuss how healthcare redesign can shift from treatment to prevention, building a healthier and more fulfilling life for all. We're confident that you'll walk away with a fresh perspective on the potential of a longer, healthier life and the opportunities it presents for personal growth and societal progress. Buckle up for an enriching and enlightening journey.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Redefining age and aging: Ages versus stages
  • Flexible life transitions
  • Policy and social structures adapting to longer lives
  • Promoting lifelong learning
  • Age diversity in workplaces
  • Retirement system overhaul
  • Healthcare redesign
  • Inclusion of all social strata

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out the Stanford Study on Longevity
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

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Have you ever felt paralyzed at the thought of a career transition? There's a certain fear that clings to us at the prospect of change, a grip that's often hard to break free from. It's understandable. After all, who doesn't fear the unknown, the uncertainty that change brings with it? But here's the thing - change, especially when it comes to careers, doesn't have to be intimidating. Let's walk through this together.

In the first half of our discussion, we'll confront these fears head-on. There's the fear of change, the lingering shadow of past experiences, as well as a certain resistance to new opportunities. These can all pile up into a mountain of overwhelming feelings. But by reflecting, meditating, and coming to terms with these emotions, we can find ourselves stepping over the hurdle rather than being buried under it.

In our second segment, we'll delve into common questions that often plague us during transitions. How do we begin? Who do we reach out to for guidance? As we explore these questions, we'll uncover that a transition can be a rewarding, fulfilling experience - a chance to create value on your own terms.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

10 Common Questions about Transitions

  • Paralyzed by the fear of change
  • Overwhelmed by the uncertainty that transitions bring
  • Limited by past experiences and comfort zones
  • Dictated by resistance to new opportunities
  • Consumed by a sense of loss during transitions
  • Strained by unresolved grief
  • Deprived of growth because of fear
  • Controlled by the inability to let go of the old
  • Overshadowed by feelings of loneliness in times of change
  • Crippled by an unwillingness to step out of your comfort zone

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

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Ready to transform your life and career? Promise you'll come out the other end more aware, enlightened, and equipped to navigate the various passages of life. We'll be taking an in-depth look at the art of transition, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and the power of journaling to help you get in touch with your emotions and understand yourself better. We'll show you how to use prompts as a tool to heighten your awareness and also share key insights from the book ‘Passages’ that beautifully illustrate the shared stages of our human journey.

Guiding you through the process of remixing your life, we'll walk you through how to develop the right mindset to weave through life's twists and turns. We'll bring to light the concept of a “tour of duty” across various aspects of your life and talk about how the nonlinear trajectory of life has been shaped by technology and worldwide shifts. The mind-body connection and the potential addition of seven years to your life span with the right mindset are also on the table. Plus, we'll show you how to gear up for an encore life, where you get to chase after the work you love.

Looking to start your journey? Resources are at your disposal, and we're here to guide you. Let's unlock these transformative ideas together!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Life Is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age by Bruce Feiler
  • The Search: Finding Meaningful Work in a Post-Career World by Bruce Feiler (Author)

10 more ideas on Transitions

  1. Creating Awareness and Noticing - Journaling - Julia Cameron “The Artist’s Way” and daily pages
  2. Emotions are real and constructed - Michele Nevarez “Beyond Emotional Intelligence” - Examine and live with them
  3. Knowing Yourself and trying to understand others - Asking yourself questions - 12 Self Discoveries
  4. What’s your purpose, what’s important now - Gail Sheehy “Passages”
  5. The difference between Striving and Significance
  6. Making small consistent steps - BJ Fogg “Tiny Habits”
  7. Life as a Remix or Portfolio Life - Transferable skills
  8. The Non-Linear Life and Journey - Airplane, TV, Shipping Container, Smartphone, AI
  9. The Mind and Body Connection - Use health to create wealth, then use wealth to recover health
  10. Letting Go - Henry Cloud “Necessary Endings”

Extra Idea: Tours of Duty for Personal, Professional, Family - Reid Hoffman “The Alliance”

Resources:

Julia Cameron “The Artist’s Way”

Michele Nevarez “Beyond Emotional Intelligence”

Gail Sheehy “Passages”

BJ Fogg “Tiny Habits”

Henry Cloud “Necessary Endings”

Reid Hoffman “The Alliance”

Life Is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age by Bruce Feiler

The Search: Finding Meaningful Work in a Post-Career World

by Bruce Feiler (Author)

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As I gathered around the cake, gazing at the 97 candles glowing brightly for my mother's birthday, I found myself drifting into a world of reflection. She's a beacon of resilience, having braved the hardships of the Depression and Dust Bowl era, and her stories have stirred a fresh viewpoint in me on navigating life's trials. This podcast episode is a heartfelt journey, where I share the profound lessons I've absorbed from my mother's experiences and how they've shaped my perception of life's transitions.

In this captivating dialogue, we'll not only explore the lessons from my mother's life but also listen to a compelling narrative from my conversation partner who grew up in Nebraska during these challenging times. Her unique insights add another dimension to the enduring wisdom of the Depression and Dust Bowl era. Our aim is not just to share these stories but to engage you in an enriching conversation about creating an encore life, one that embraces transitions with a spirit of learning and adaptation. Let's engage in this journey together, and perhaps, just like me, you'll find a renewed perspective on confronting life's adversities.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Finding resilience in transitions
  • Perspectives on intergenerational conversations
  • Exploring wisdom gained from the Depression and Dust Bowl, encouraging an encore life

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Last week, I shared the next steps you should take in creating your Encore Career. These steps are your foundation when you’re just getting started. They take you from being fresh out of your corporate career, having no clue what you’re doing to running a successful business in your Encore Career.

In this episode, I share some more thoughts on this topic. Many of these “next steps” are inspired by books I’m reading. They provide practical step by steps for going out on your own and building a brand as a “silver entrepreneur.”

One of the highlights I’ve gleaned from these books is the importance of partners. We just can’t do this Encore Career thing alone. Tune in as I discuss why we need partners so badly and some ways I’ve taken this concept to heart.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How demographics are changing.
  • How positive thinking affects our health.
  • Mike Kim’s eight steps to building a profitable personal brand.
  • How I’ve engaged with partners.
  • People I’ve partnered with.
  • Best practices for partnering with others.
  • How partners have bettered my business and life.

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

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A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

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Ever dreamt of breaking free from the corporate shackles and embarking on your own entrepreneurial journey? Our guest today, Marc Miller, author of “Repurpose Your Career: A Practical Guide for the Second Half of Life,” is here to show you how.

Marc has navigated multiple career pivots and offers profound insights that can help you transition smoothly from a corporate job to running your own venture. We glean from his rich life experiences, discussing key steps, common mistakes, and the importance of creating an 'encore' life.

This episode is a gold mine for anyone standing on the brink of a career pivot, or simply curious about the process!

We also delve into the intriguing side of disruption and risk-taking. Marc shares how he has harnessed these elements to thrive in his entrepreneurial journey. Plus, we discuss the invaluable role of mastermind groups, specifically for small business owners.

You'll learn about the necessary mindset shifts for making sound business decisions and the importance of learning new skills. From leveraging technology to mastering active listening, this episode equips you with practical tools that can be easily applied in your own journey. So sit back, and get ready to be inspired and moved into action by Marc's diverse and consequential career journey.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • His journey in creating a career for the second half of his life
  • From corporate to entrepreneurial transition
  • The power of disruption, taking risks, and being vulnerable
  • The first steps in creating your encore career

Now, for some action steps:

  • Visit Marc’s website Career Pivot.
  • Marc’s Book “Repurpose Your Career: A Practical Guide for the 2nd Half of Life”
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

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A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

www.encorecareermindset.com

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— Lynn


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Ever felt the ground shift beneath your feet during a pivotal life transition? Ever tried to find your compass while tossed around in the tumultuous seas of career reinvention? These moments, which Bruce Feiler refers to as 'life quakes' in his book "Life is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age," can last up to five years and can drastically alter the course of our lives. Join us as we delve into these nonlinear journeys and discuss ways to reclaim agency during such transformative times.

In our quest for finding meaningful work in our post-career world—what we like to call 'The Search'—we often encounter the daunting task of reimagining the American Dream. But worry not, for we're here to explore this uncharted territory together. As the concept of career reinvention becomes increasingly popular, we'll discuss the importance of gathering a diverse range of life stories and experiences. And remember, the path to transition and reinvention isn't always strewn with roses, but we've got a treasure trove of resources to help you embark on this exciting journey. So, tune in and let's navigate these life transitions with renewed ease and confidence, irrespective of where you are in life.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The changing nature of life transitions
  • Navigating collective and individual life quakes and reclaiming agency in changes
  • The search' for meaningful work and reimagining the American dream
  • Gathering life stories and career reinvention resources
  • Seven tools for navigating transitions

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Bruce Feiler’s books:
  • Life Is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age
  • The Search: Finding Meaningful Work in a Post-Career World

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

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A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

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As a leader, you must never become complacent. Rather, you should always be on a journey of growth and development. It is your responsibility to continue learning new skills for the rest of your career and even for the rest of your life.

The way to do this is by creating a personal learning plan. In this episode, I am teaching you how to do that.

Five books have helped me incredibly in creating this learning plan. They have not only increased my skill set but also taught me how to become a better learner. Today I am going to talk through the biggest lessons and applications from each of those books.

If you will take these concepts and put them into practice, you will begin to develop great new habits that will make you the best leader you have ever been and equip you to keep growing for the rest of your life.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How triggers, habits, and structures impact our leadership.
  • How habits shape us.
  • The 4 steps to implementing strong habits.
  • What deep work is.
  • The 10 principles of rapid skill acquisition.
  • How to make learning effortless.
  • Daily questions to ask yourself for personal growth.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Get Triggers by Marshall Goldsmith
  • Get Atomic Habits by James Clear
  • Get Deep Work by Cal Newport
  • Get The First 20 Hours by Josh Kaufman
  • Get Effortless by Greg McKeown
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/
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What valuable life lessons can we learn from our elders, especially in the face of adversity? Join me as I share my heartfelt experiences with caregiving for my 96-year-old mother, who recently survived a mild heart attack. Her resilience, acceptance, and wisdom have profoundly impacted my perspective on life and the importance of living an encore life.

In this emotional episode, we explore the challenges of caregiving, estate planning, and leaning on others in uncertain times. Through the stories of my family's past and my mother's incredible strength, I hope to inspire you to embrace life's uncertainties and prioritize what truly matters.

The journey of caregiving and estate planning can be challenging, but it also offers valuable lessons and opportunities for growth. By embracing an encore mindset and leaning on others for support, we can find purpose and meaning in our experiences while navigating life's challenges. As we continue on our encore life journey, let's remember to prioritize what truly matters and live a life filled with purpose and passion.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Hospice and hospice programs
  • The role of an executor
  • The simple things that need to be done
  • Working with the emotions and the uncertainty of life
  • Thinking about your why
  • Recognizing the different seasons of your life

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

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Ready to unlock the secret to living a life of fulfillment and freedom beyond just winning that next pickleball game? Join us as we explore the concept of creating an encore life and challenge the traditional view of retirement as outlined in the book 'afterwork: An Honest Discussion about the Retirement Lie and How to Live a Future Worthy of Dreams'. Discover how to navigate a VUCA world (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity) by staying nimble, active, and resilient through purpose and uncover the answer to the question, "What's going to get you up in the morning for the next 20 plus years?"

As we delve into the 10 keys to a fulfilling retirement, learn how faith, connection, learning, awareness, generosity, and awe can transform your life into an encore experience. Listen in on our discussion of creating an encore life with 10 actionable steps, and pick up valuable tips on how to create value in the world, do work you love, and find resources to help you on your path. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your retirement dreams and embrace a future worthy of your aspirations.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Thriving in retirement beyond finances
  • Pursuing passion outside of work
  • Creating your encore life
  • 10 keys to a fulfilling retirement

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

Resources:

afterwork, An Honest Discussion about the Retirement Lie and How to Live a Future Worthy of Dreams by Joel Malick, Alex Lippert, Dean Merrill

https://www.amazon.com/afterwork-honest-discussion-retirement-future/dp/B08VV6VLNG

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

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Do you want to be a victim or an actor?

This is the question to ask in a recession. The truth is, rough seasons like recessions can be seen as challenges or opportunities. To be an actor, you embrace your circumstances as opportunities to take action. You do what you can with what you have.

Think about it this way: you’ve been here before. You’ve made it through economic downturns and come out the other side. Studies have shown that the best companies accelerate out of a downturn in this way. Who’s to say you can’t do the same in your Encore Career?

Now, if you’re specifically asking what you should do next, this episode is for you. In it, I discuss what to do with your Encore Career during a recession. We’ll talk about the various options available to you at this time: keep working, launch your business, adopt a side hustle, and more.

Tune in to learn how to succeed in your Encore Career, no matter the state of the economy.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How long recessions typically last.
  • The opportunities that exist during a recession.
  • How you can develop your skills in this economy.
  • The importance of digital skills.
  • Why networking is so crucial.
  • Why you should work on your health in this season.
  • My 3 P’s based on Mike Kim’s model.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Get You Are The Brand by Mike Kim
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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In today's digital age, videos have become a more engaging and dynamic medium than regular podcast audio. As a result, many content creators are turning towards YouTube as an interesting way to share their message with the world.

In this episode, I will be exploring how to build a successful YouTube business by utilizing insights from Mike Kim's "You Are the Brand" and Jonathan Milligan's "Your Message Matters."

To kickstart our exploration, we're conducting an experiment on ChatGPT to see if it can help us organize our thinking around building a personal brand on YouTube. By asking for an outline and a long-form post to develop a practice plan, I have been provided with 11 key steps to building a successful YouTube business based on the themes from Mike Kim and Jonathan Milligan's books.

Throughout this episode, I’ll be adding my own thoughts and ideas to help you create a compelling personal brand on YouTube.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Defining your vision and values
  • Identifying your target audience
  • Developing your unique value proposition
  • Establishing your brand identity
  • Planning your content strategy
  • Creating high-quality videos
  • Optimization, engagement, and promoting your channel
  • Analysis, feedback, and continuous learning and improvement

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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The importance of friendships and connections cannot be overstated, especially for those aged 55 and older who are embarking on their encore lives. As individuals step into this new phase of life, which often comes after retirement, they seek personal fulfillment, social impact, and continued income.

Building and maintaining friendships during this time can significantly enhance the encore life experience and contribute to overall well-being. In this episode, we will delve deeper into the reasons behind the importance of making friends and connections while creating your encore career, highlighting the diverse benefits they bring to your life.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What is an encore life?
  • The problem with leaving the corporate world
  • Why social networks may decrease as you age
  • The importance of having a sense of purpose
  • Lack of social support can be a source of loneliness
  • How to get feedback from your friends

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset: https://friesth-manufacturing-consultant.ck.page/5ebb64725d

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

http://encorecareermindset.com/

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com

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— Lynn

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When making the transition from Creating Your Encore Career to an encore life, it's common to feel disoriented and unsure of what to expect. However, it's important to acknowledge that this is a normal experience and to adjust your mindset to focus on the positive aspects of the situation.

In the corporate world, you may have had a lot of structure, processes, and habits that gave your day and life meaning. However, in your encore life, you have the freedom to create new structures, routines, and habits that suit your current needs. By adjusting your mindset and focusing on the possibilities that come with this newfound freedom, you can create a fulfilling and purposeful encore life.

Join me as we discuss the transition from an encore career to an encore life and the endless possibilities that come with it.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The 3 things that contribute to a thriving retirement
  • The transition from an encore career to an encore life
  • The value of taking a sabbatical
  • Some topics I can help you do to launch your encore life

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource:

5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

https://friesth-manufacturing-consultant.ck.page/5ebb64725d

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

www.encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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As a solopreneur creating your encore career, having multiple streams of income is crucial to building a sustainable business and achieving financial freedom. Today, we'll be discussing different income streams that you can explore to diversify your revenue sources. Specifically, we'll be talking about income streams for writers, coaches, teachers, and speakers.

My inspiration for this comes from my good friend and teacher, Jonathan Milligan, who wrote the bestseller, “Your Message Matters.”

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Writer Income Streams: Kindle Book, print book, audiobook
  • Coach Income Streams: 1-on-1 coaching, 4-week bootcamp, group coaching
  • Teacher Income Streams: 1-day virtual workshop, online course creation, membership site
  • Speaker Income Streams: free speaking, paid keynote, paid workshop

Now, for some action steps:

  • Jonathan Milligan’s Market Your Message Website
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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Purpose has become a buzzword in recent times, often associated with success stories and accomplishments. However, the true meaning of purpose runs deeper than mere achievements.

In this episode, we will delve into the multi-faceted concept of purpose with a fresh perspective. Our conversation will cover various viewpoints, including the relationship between being versus doing, fostering curiosity, and helping others.

We will also examine why purpose is not a destination but a continuous journey that requires ongoing action and reflection. Join us as we explore the fascinating journey of purpose, beyond just achieving success.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Segment 1: The Stigma of Purpose – the negative connotations surrounding the idea of purpose.
  • Big purpose versus small purpose – Save the world versus being a good grandparent
  • Segment 2: The Many Facets of Purpose – purpose can also be about curiosity and learning.
  • The concept of being versus doing and how purpose can fit into each
  • How individuals can have multiple purposes throughout their lives
  • Segment 3: What Motivates You? – reasons people pursue their purpose
  • Segment 4: Purpose as a Journey – a journey of self-discovery and exploration.
  • How purpose is not a fixed destination but a continuous process of growth and development
  • Purpose is a verb – not just a goal to achieve but an ongoing action to pursue.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out some courses on purpose and transitions at the Modern Elder Academy
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

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As you transition into your encore career, it's crucial to approach your goals with deliberate and purposeful action. Taking a step back and considering what will bring you long-term fulfillment and purposeful work is a key element of an encore career.

In this latest interview, Bryan Gillette, founder of Summiting Group, shares his extensive knowledge on leadership and organizational development. With over 25 years of experience in executive and senior-level positions in both small and large companies, Bryan provides valuable insights on how to achieve peak performance and elevate your career to the next level.

An ultramarathoner, Bryan has completed several physically and mentally challenging ultra-distance endurance events, including running 205 miles around Lake Tahoe. Additionally, Bryan has stood on the summits of many mountains, harnessing his physical strength to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges.

We'll talk about:

  • Bryan talked about his book and the 100 interviews he did
  • The need to have a “big why” in life
  • The need to have priorities and the need to say “No.”
  • His framework for being deliberate about achieving big things
  • How with the right mindset, you can achieve things you once thought impossible

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • Grab a copy of Bryan’s book: EPIC Performance, Lessons from 100 Executives and Endurance Athletes on Reaching Your Peak
  • Find out more about Bryan through his website: Summiting Group

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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As you’re creating your own encore career, less focus should be put on the idea of “ageing.” Rather, it’s important you’re able to shift your focus on longevity. That change of mindset alone brings about small changes and adaptations that are impactful in creating healthy foundations for the future.

In today’s episode, I’m going to review an article entitled, 10 Steps To Longevity For The Second Billion – Are We Ready? – written by Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, where she talked about how two experts have explored conversations around longevity, AI included. Find out what ChatGPT can say about the recipe for innovation in longevity as well as some takeaways for the future – and the next billion of people – which includes YOU!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • ChatGPT’s 10-step recipe for innovation in longevity
  • The Ageing Intelligence or AQ
  • 10 takeaways for the future – and the next billion
  • Moving from “what” to “how”
  • Focus on supporting systems and co-creating solutions
  • The move to hyper-personalized experiences and commonality
  • Curating curiosity and creating a longevity-ready world

Now, for some action steps:

  • Read 10 Steps To Longevity For The Second Billion – Are We Ready?
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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It could be lonely being an entrepreneur. That’s why you have to have the dedication to push harder. At the same time, you have to stay playful to keep things fun, especially when you’re thinking of scaling the business. Ultimately, for you to be successful, you have to be the best expression of that authentic version of yourself.

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Jason Skeesick, a U.S. Army veteran, coach, entrepreneur, and Dynasty Builder. He is a father, husband, fighter, and carrier of heavy things. Jason’s company, Spear and Clover, helps entrepreneurs who have gotten as far as they can by themselves. They have put in hard work, overcome obstacles, and learned to wear all of the “hats,” and yet still somehow, can't seem to take it to the next level. Jason helps passionate entrepreneurs create Dynasty Organizations, built around them, but not reliant upon them.

We'll talk about:

  • Jason's journey from the military to corporate banking to entrepreneurship.
  • Jason will share his story of how he found his core values and the meaning behind his brand, Spear and Clover.
  • Jason will share how he helps people build a business that is scalable and can be sold if success comes knocking.
  • The importance of having a purpose and maintaining a spirit of curiosity in life.
  • The plus equals minus model of personal growth

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

Jason’s website: https://www.spearandclover.com/

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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Even when you’re in your encore career, scaling a business can still be very challenging. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Ann Carden, a top business consultant, and marketing and sales strategist. Ann carries extensive expertise in helping professional service entrepreneurs scale their businesses to high profitability as well as identify their areas of expertise and build a business around them.

Ann works with professional service entrepreneurs, coaches, consultants, or small business folks who really want to grow, but want to do it with high profitability. Ann helps people work at the top part of the market, bringing in the best customers at the highest fees.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The four buckets of Ann’s services: revenue model, market positioning, sales process, and scaling.
  • How she developed her Expert in You method and program
  • The importance of knowing the fundamentals of running a business as well as the outsourced tasks
  • Ann’s strategy for her podcast and how she uses it to build her business

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey - encorecareermindset.com

My Website - https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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Much of our career is our identity. And it's easy to feel lost after you've given up that identity piece. But there’s more to life than your career. Leaving your old career makes room for a more impactful encore career.

Think of your life as breadcrumbs you will be leaving in every interaction. It’s not about getting older but about how many years of life experience you have. The more years of life experience, the more time, flexibility, and resources you have.

In this episode, Jann Freed, Ph.D. shares her journey from teaching to coaching, speaking, and facilitating workshops as a leadership development consultant and speaker. Jann developed a concept – called The Breadcrumb Legacy™ – in which people create new meaning for themselves and others through small daily actions.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • About her latest book - The Breadcrumb Legacy
  • Recognizing your Life Experiences
  • Why you need to pay attention to nurturing friends and colleagues
  • The Modern Elder Academy
  • Engaging with your spouse or partner

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  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

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Breadcrumb Legacy: How Great Leaders Live a Life Worth Remembering

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We’re constantly bombarded with distractions and notifications in the tech world, and it takes bravery to make space in our lives, no matter which stage we’re in. In fact, an average American male has spent 10,000 hours of online gaming by the time they're 21. 10,000 is the magic number for self-mastery of anything, yet what we're mastering is online games or social media.

It’s time we stop becoming over-reliant on technology and allowing low-value digital activity to shape the texture of our lives, and intentionally create that space to grow and become our best selves.

In today’s episode, I’m speaking with Daniel Sih, an award-winning author, productivity expert, and TEDx speaker. His company, Spacemaker, teaches people how to make space, and to think, rest, plan, and live differently by shifting the way they work.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The business of teaching productivity
  • The material that led to his book, “Spacemaker”
  • The skill of “Resetting” in life
  • Why Space is important in every stage of life
  • Why tomorrow’s leader should train their brains to focus and not be distracted by tech every few minutes

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • Daniel’s website: https://spacemakers.com.au/
  • Grab a copy of Daniel’s book, “Spacemaker: How to Unplug, Unwind and Think Clearly in the Digital Age”

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A portfolio career isn't simply about leaving a corporate job and going into one new thing. It actually takes more than that. In fact, you might actually have to be doing several things to create your next chapter in life. You could have 50 different directions as to where you want to take your encore career – when you actually need to be doing just one thing: FOCUS.

In today’s episode, Jeff Ostroff shares his journey of creating his own portfolio career, and he shares some tips and strategies to help you figure things out as well. Jeff is a podcast creator, host, producer, consultant, and columnist. He is a B2B/B2C interviewer, a voice-over talent, a meeting/event host and moderator, a presenter and trainer, and a boomer/senior generation ​marketing expert.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How his career moved from having a secure government job to being an entrepreneur
  • How he pivoted from his government expertise to his entrepreneurial expertise.
  • What got him to write a book on marketing to the 50+ age group while in the middle of his career journey
  • How he planned to “retire” but the entrepreneurial bug re-engaged him

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the self-assessment quiz.
  • Check out Episode 113 of Jeff’s podcast, Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers

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+1 (302) 650-8936

http://www.jeff-ostroff.com

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As a married entrepreneur, counterbalancing your marriage with your business may feel awkward and out of step. Like riding a tandem bike, teamwork and constant communication are required to get to where you’re going successfully.

Joining today’s discussion are Robert and Kay Lee Fukui, whom I had the pleasure to meet at an entrepreneurial development conference. Co-authors of Tandem: The Married Entrepreneurs’ Guide For Greater Work-Life Balance, Robert and Kay Lee neatly lay out many of the solutions to work-life balance in a handbook that teaches how to succeed in marriage and business at the same time.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How margin is a key financial factor for entrepreneurs
  • How you need to be intentional in sharing with your spouse
  • Remembering why you want work/life balance
  • Thinking about your “Zone of Genius”

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the self-assessment quiz.
  • Read their book, Tandem: The Married Entrepreneurs’ Guide For Greater Work-Life Balance

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Getting started as an entrepreneur can be a scary process. When you’re accustomed to having a reliable paycheck from a company, the idea of creating your own income can be hard. But if you have the dream of entrepreneurship, it can be a hard one to shake.

Starting a business often becomes a second career after working as an employee. A desire to set their own schedule, reap the benefits of the business’s profits, and build something from the ground up are just some reasons people cite for transitioning into entrepreneurship. But it isn’t easy, and there are some basic characteristics you need to have to make it a successful journey.

In today’s episode of Creating Your Encore Career, Chris Lalomia, owner of The Trusted Toolbox in Atlanta, Georgia, joins Lynn to talk about how he made the leap from a career in mechanical engineering to founding his successful handyman company. At 37 years old, he couldn’t ignore his dream of owning a business any longer. It coincided with the recession of 2008, but he persevered, his company survived, and today, he has 40 employees in the metro Atlanta market.

Chris Lalomia is still learning business lessons 14 years into his second career, and he shares some of his insights with Lynn.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Chris Lalomia’s background in engineering and banking, why he started his business, The Trusted Toolbox, and what his company looks like today
  • The roadblocks he faced as he shifted into entrepreneurship and how his business plan helped keep him on track
  • How Chris decided what he needed help with as he developed his business and how he prioritizes his time
  • Why culture plays a role in how he runs his company and the feedback he receives from other entrepreneurs
  • How timing and the effort you’re willing to put forth affect your business
  • The reason you’re selling yourself to your customers as much as you are your product
  • The three things you need to become a successful entrepreneur
  • What The Trusted Toolbox has in its future
  • Chris’s advice for those seeking an encore or second career

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Visit Chris Lalomia’s website: https://thetrustedtoolbox.com
  • Listen to the podcast: The Small Business Safari
  • Get the book: From the Zoo to the Wild: Your Guide to Entrepreneurial Freedom and Wealth
  • Visit Chris’s LinkedIn page: linkedin.com/in/chrislalomia

My Resources:

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— Lynn


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Today’s adults are living longer, healthier lives. In years past, when someone retired, they could expect to live another ten or 15 years, leaving plenty of time just to enjoy the fruits of a lifetime of hard work. But retirement can become less appealing when you’re facing 20 or 30 years of nothing but leisure--and perhaps some boredom.

It can be daunting to face starting a new career at 60, but an encore career can be rewarding in many ways. You may need to reposition yourself in the market to reflect your value proposition to fit your new career target. You might even need to polish your networking skills. With thoughtful planning, your encore career can be exactly what you envision.

In this episode, Lynn’s guest is Gina Riley, a career transition coach who teaches leaders and executives how to step into new careers. With her nine-step Career Velocity system, Gina works with her clients on marketing, LinkedIn, job searches, strategy, networking, and becoming thought leaders in their areas of expertise.

Gina reveals some of her secrets to elevating her clients’ confidence while guiding them toward their new career adventures.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How Gina Riley transitioned from a career in HR to inventing a nine-step model designed for executives and leaders to help them navigate the messy middle
  • Why an extended career has become even more important as we are living healthier and longer lives
  • The amount of time having a growth mindset can add to your lifespan
  • How Gina assists her clients in transitioning to a new career by laying the groundwork before the change
  • Your value proposition in a new field and the role of a diverse network in your career transition
  • The steps to build your value proposition in your encore career using Gina’s recommended tools
  • Why you should be approaching your encore career with a spirit of inquiry and curiosity
  • How to create a unique value proposition and talk about it with confidence and clarity
  • How she teaches her clients to become thought leaders
  • The reason to start making a plan for your encore career before it’s time to make the leap

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Books by William Bridges: https://wmbridges.com/books/
  • Read: YouMap
  • Visit Gina’s website: https://ginarileyconsulting.com/

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere right now. With the introduction of ChatGPT and other powerful AI tools on the horizon, it will become an unavoidable component of future work.

As it matures, AI will become more potent over time. Knowing how and when to use it will be crucial as you form your encore career. If you plan to be a solo entrepreneur, AI could save you precious time.

In this episode of Creating Your Encore Career, Lynn shares what he’s learned over the past few months about AI, how he’s implementing ChatGPT into his workflow, and why you should be learning about it.

Learn about ChatGPT, what AI may be able to do for you in the future, how you can multiply your skills and talents, and create more impact by implementing AI.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What artificial intelligence is, what it’s used for, and what it can do
  • The ethical implications of AI and how the “rules” may change around its use
  • How you may be able to multiply your skills and talents, and create more impact by implementing AI into your work
  • The drawbacks of AI and how it may improve with time
  • Why there’s no such thing as information overload
  • How Lynn is using ChatGPT, the cost, and what it can do
  • What Jasper AI is, and how it can be used to create content
  • Searchie and how it has incorporated AI into its platform
  • Why it’s important to understand how to use AI tools as you develop your encore career
  • What AI will be able to accomplish in the future

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Read: Digital Doppelgangers
  • Try: ChatGPT
  • Check out: Jasper AI
  • Review: Searchie

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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Just like you designed what your career looked like, you also have the ability to plan what your retirement looks like. With some vision and planning, you can have the retirement that most fulfills you.

The decision to retire will impact the next 20-30 years of your life. While you may decide that a life of leisure is exactly what you want your retirement to look like, many retirees look forward to a new retirement--a retirement where they choose when and how much to work, possibly in an entirely different field than their previous career.

In this episode, Lynn reviews Mike Drak’s book, Longevity Lifestyle by Design, and why this is a must-read if you’re considering retirement in the near future. He covers the concepts in the book, why the retirement dip can be a period of confusion, and the six principles of a long and happy retirement.

If retirement is on your horizon and you’re beginning to explore your options--whether it’s a leisurely retirement or embarking on a whole new career--this episode is for you.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why you should read Mike Drak’s book Longevity Lifestyle by Design
  • The concepts Mike Drak covers in his book
  • The three types of retirees
  • What the retirement dip is and why it’s a period of confusion
  • The seven fundamental needs in retirement
  • The concept of significance, identity, and mattering
  • The six principles for a long and happy retirement
  • Mike Drak’s nine-step model for designing your longevity lifestyle
  • Designing what your legacy will look like

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Visit Mike Drak’s website: Retirement Wisdom
  • Read Mike’s book for free: Longevity Lifestyle by Design

My Resources:

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If you aren’t looking forward to retirement, you’re not alone. You might instead be looking forward to not retiring. With an encore career, you can create value in the world beyond just winning the next pickleball game. You can transition into the role of silver entrepreneur and make a difference using your unique skills and talents.

A big part of beginning your journey to an encore career is finding your purpose and identifying why you do what you do. You may need to learn new skills or create different habits from those you developed during your corporate career.

Today’s episode is about making a smooth encore transition and discovering your purpose. Along his journey, Lynn took classes, read books, and leaned into his natural curiosity to discover how his entrepreneurial journey would differ from his corporate life. He shares some of the resources that may help you find your passion and the questions you should ask yourself before jumping into a post-retirement career.

Lynn wants to help you find the momentum you need as you form your encore career with the lessons he’s learned along the way.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why you should consider taking Modern Elder Academy courses
  • Why Lynn decided to pursue an encore career
  • How curiosity has both aided and hindered him in his entrepreneurial journey
  • Preparing for a nonlinear life post-corporate career
  • Facing the onset of grief at retirement
  • The six Ps of transition: personal, physical, psychological, parting and passing, professional, and purpose
  • Purpose evolves
  • The elements in your previous career that brought you joy and whether you’re looking for comfort or growth
  • Ikigai and its four elements
  • What Lynn has learned on his entrepreneurial journey

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Visit Modern Elder Academy: https://www.modernelderacademy.com/
  • Read: Life is in the Transitions
  • Read: Longevity Lifestyle by Design

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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Retirement today looks different than it did 20 years ago. With more and more people choosing to begin another career post-retirement, it’s essential to start planning what that looks like before you get there.

An encore career shouldn’t be an afterthought. Instead, your next chapter should be carefully considered and may or may not be related to the one you just left.

Justin Smith is a financial advisor who specializes in helping executives and successful professionals design their next chapters. In the financial services industry since 2005, designing “victory laps” for his clients has become his specialty.

In this episode, you’ll hear what you need to know from a financial standpoint to begin designing your victory lap.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How retirement goals have changed and why the hybrid approach to retirement is gaining steam
  • Why your 50s is the perfect time to begin thinking about your encore career
  • Why your encore career plan and your retirement plan need to be woven together
  • Justin Smith’s encore career matrix
  • Why it’s important to begin exploring your second career before taking the plunge
  • How a personal brand and networking can help position your business
  • The five critical components you need to make sure you meet your business goals
  • Why it’s crucial to balance your financial risks at this stage of life
  • The catch-up strategies you can take to get where you want to be

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • The Career Crossroads Workbook

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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Mentorship can be transformational for people who don’t yet see their potential. A mentor can help you realize your ability and propel your career forward.

Having a mentor can also help you create a network, and when you embark on your journey as an entrepreneur, you can reach out to that network for assistance. Those relationships can enrichen and broaden your level of expertise as well as offer new perspectives.

This episode of Creating Your Encore Career features Ellin Sidell. She recently left a 35-year career in the corporate world, working for companies like Nestle, Microsoft, and Costco, to start her own business. Today, Ellin uses her leadership and mentorship knowledge to coach others.

Making the shift from employee to entrepreneur can be difficult, but as Ellin shares with Lynn, her creativity and personal brand now knows no bounds.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What led Ellen Sidell to become an entrepreneur after a successful 35-year-long corporate career
  • What her business does and what inspired its mission
  • How her life changed when she moved to entrepreneurship and the new skills she’s acquired
  • The definition of leveraged mentorship, how it can build relationships, and how it adds value
  • How peer learning can enrich your learning and development
  • The services Ellen plans to offer, what her brand will be, and how people can grow themselves

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Visit Ellen Sidell’s website: https://ellinsidell.com/
  • Download Ellen’s free guide: 20 Mentorship Questions

My Resources:

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My Website https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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Becoming a thought leader in your business niche can be a game-changer. But what makes someone a thought leader? How do you transition from a business owner to an influential entrepreneur?

One thing that sets thought leaders apart is their ability to recognize their value. Along with their innate desire to help others, their capacity to grow is unmatched.

Nicky Billou is the President and CEO of eCircle Academy, helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses to $250,000+ per year. His family immigrated from Iran to Toronto, Canada, when he was a child, where he is still based. He teaches business owners to become thought leaders and take their incomes to the next level.

On this episode of Creating Your Encore Career, Lynn explores how your business can experience exponential growth using Nicky’s methods.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why you need to have a niche for your business
  • What the strategy of preeminence is and why it matters
  • How charging more for your services can create a sense of value for your customers
  • Why it’s important to connect to the consequences of your business emotionally
  • The reason thought leaders are heart leaders first

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

My Resources:

A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey

encorecareermindset.com

My Website

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Nicky Billou’s Free eBook

https://ecircleacademy.mykajabi.com/ebook

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— Lynn

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Sheila Wilkinson has many titles: attorney, social worker, coach, speaker, and educator. She is known as The Joyful Lawyer™ because she loves what she does and who she helps.

I met Sheila at an entrepreneurial conference in October and was intrigued by the many different threads she pursued in her work. She is a perfect example of an entrepreneur with a Portfolio Career.

In this episode, we discuss the concept of Portfolio Careers. We talk about why freedom in your work and life is so essential, no matter what stage of life you are in, and how our culture is transitioning to be more receptive to that. Sheila also gives us some great ideas for how we can create our own Portfolio Careers.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What work looks like for Sheila these days.
  • How COVID allowed her to reset.
  • How she helps clients dig deep to both see where they are and where they want to go.
  • Why we should be open to having multiple careers.
  • Why we need to focus on adding value, not just adding activity.
  • The concept of “Human Design.”
  • What the sunk cost fallacy is.
  • Why Sheila makes rest a priority.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Follow Sheila on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheilamwilkinson/
  • Check out Sheila’s website: https://sheilawilkinson.com/
  • Listen to Sheila’s podcast: https://creativesed.libsyn.com/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Jason Frazell is a growth and leadership coach for high-impact people and teams. He has a background in tech and is an expert personal brand strategist. Jason has coached high performers and job seekers that work at some of the most prestigious tech companies, including Google, Meta (Facebook), Coinbase, and Spotify.

In this episode, Jason and I are sitting down to talk all about entrepreneurship. Because he has such a depth of experience working with entrepreneurs, he has some amazing insights and advice to share with all of us. He’s also sharing his top tips for making the sometimes overwhelming transition from working for someone else to working for yourself.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Jason’s journey as an entrepreneur.
  • Things that helped him transition from being an employee to working independently.
  • The mindset shifts you must make when you become an entrepreneur.
  • Skills that will be very helpful when you first begin your Encore Career.
  • Why time and value aren’t necessarily the same thing.
  • What Jason sees coming in the new year.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Jason’s website: https://www.jasonfrazell.com/
  • Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonfrazell/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today’s episode will be a fun one! My friend, Lisa McGuire, and I will be interviewing each other.

Lisa is a Business Growth Advisor and Marketing Consultant. She loves helping people who feel called to their work integrate what they love doing with helping the people they serve. She specializes in strategy and business storytelling to give business owners the boost they need to get closer to their goals.

In this episode, Lisa asks me a variety of questions about my work with helping people create Encore Careers, including how I got into this field and why it’s so important to me. Then, I ask her various questions about her passion for her work. She also shares some great tips for all of you listeners who are creating Encore Careers. Tune in and enjoy!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How I became interested in this type of work.
  • Why the nation and world need Encore Careers.
  • When is the best time for people to start working with me.
  • Seven reasons I won’t retire.
  • How Lisa helps people and how she became interested in her work.
  • What advice she would give to Encore Career entrepreneurs.
  • The benefits and risks of collaboration and partnerships.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Connect with Lisa on her website: https://lisamcguire.com/, LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire, and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamlisamcguire/
  • Get Lisa’s free download: The Essential Guide to Start Telling Your Story, Take Back Your Life Workshop (she’ll be offering this on a rotating basis)
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In 2023, I’m focusing on questions.

This idea came from a variety of sources I’ve been diving into lately. It was discussed in a book I was recently reintroduced to called A More Beautiful Question and in a course I recently took. In another book I read, The Highest Goal by Michael Ray, he talked about not focusing so much on goals but on questions. Ray calls these questions “live withs.”

I’ve been drawn to this idea of using questions rather than goals because too many of us tend to race to one answer or the other. Doing that just narrows our field of vision. I don’t think our goal should be to see how many answers we can find but, rather, to ask good questions.

In this episode, I’m diving more into this topic and sharing some of the questions I’m asking myself in 2023 both regarding my personal and business life.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • More on why I’m asking questions rather than setting goals for 2023.
  • My personal questions for the new year.
  • How I figured out where I can serve with the greatest value in 2023.
  • The key demographic issues for Encore Careers.
  • How I’m using my knowledge of transitions and developing purpose to help people.
  • The key skills or technologies needed for an Encore Career.
  • How I’m putting more definition into what a Portfolio Career looks like.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Read A More Beautiful Question by Warren Berger
  • Read The Highest Goal by Michael Ray
  • Check out the Edward Jones and Age Wave study
  • Read Portfolio Careers by Steve Preston
  • Look into the Modern Elder Academy
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Nikki Takahashi is a digital media designer, brand strategist, and the founder and CEO of Fetching Finn. Her agency gets clients noticed in person, online, and in print. Through her work, Nikki has helped over 300 entrepreneurs embrace and amplify what makes them unique.

On top of this, Nikki hosts the Square Peg Entrepreneur podcast, featuring industry disruptors and mavericks in business. She’s also an aspiring videographer and avid traveler who has spent over a quarter century mastering and teaching the art of karate.

I’ve had the great pleasure to work with Nikki through some trainings we’ve both done. In this time, I’ve been able to get to know her and been continually impressed by her talent. Today, she is joining me to talk about branding and standing out in the online space. Tune in to learn how to create a distinctive personal brand in your Encore Career!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What breaks Nikki’s heart in branding.
  • Why niching down improves your branding.
  • More about Nikki’s journey as an entrepreneur.
  • The work she’s done with Story Brand.
  • What entrepreneurs coming out of a corporate career often do well.
  • How less is sometimes more in branding.
  • What trends Nikki sees coming up in personal branding.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Connect with Nikki on her website, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
  • Enter Nikki’s December giveaway: https://fetchingfinn.com
  • Check out Nikki’s podcast: https://fetchingfinn.com/podcast-player
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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There’s one thing you should know if you’re just beginning your Encore Career: it takes a community to build a career. You need people around you to help, support, and encourage you. This is the way to ensure that you grow and have success.

We often recognize the importance of community in our personal lives. We spend time with friends and participate in hobbies. However, this is just as important in your professional life. You need like-minded people around you in your Encore Career.

I myself am a member of various communities. Today, I want to talk about five of them. Tune in to learn how community has been impactful in my life and learn more about the people I surround myself with.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The Influence and Impact community I’m a part of
  • The roles I fill in the Your Message Matters community
  • All about the Beyond Emotional Intelligence community of coaches
  • What the Modern Elder Academy is
  • What my local community, SCORE, does
  • The key elements of a good community

Now, for some action steps:

  • Learn more about my communities: Influence and Impact with Mike Kim, Your Message Matters with Jonathan Milligan, Beyond Emotional Intelligence with Michele Navarez, Modern Elder Academy, and SCORE Quad Cities
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Do you have limiting beliefs?

Maybe you wouldn’t word it that way. Maybe you’re simply tired of being stuck in neutral and can’t figure out why.

If that sounds anything like you, you’re going to love today’s guest. Matt Clark helps high performers experience a MindSHIFT using the neuroscience behind belief formation.

He spent 15 years in NASCAR building high performance pit crews for championship drivers like Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson. His career accomplishments include taking part in five NASCAR Championships, winning over 70 races, being named the NASCAR Pit Crew Challenge Champion, working as a FOX Sports1 on-air analyst, and so much more.

Matt brings unique insights, experiences, and lessons that were forged at the highest level of competition. Tune in to hear from him on how to use neuroscience to become a higher performer in your Encore Career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What a pit crew coach is.
  • Matt’s story of how his beliefs affected him.
  • The power of beliefs.
  • How neuroscience can help us change our self-limiting beliefs.
  • Why gratitude is so important.
  • How to take an inventory of your skills.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Connect with Matt: https://mattclarkmc.com/
  • Email Matt: info@mattclarkmc.com
  • Follow Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattclarkmc/
  • Follow Matt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattclarkmc/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Cameron King is an expert on all things video creation and marketing. He helps entrepreneurs create better videos so that they can build their personal brands, create impact, and get higher quality leads.

Cameron provides a variety of services in his line of work including video editing, video production, brand and content marketing, content strategy, and video animation. He’s worked for huge brands including Volkswagen and the NFL as well as politicians and interests groups. As Cameron likes to say, to get attention and build a following, you need good content, and his work proves that.

In this episode, Cameron is joining us to share some of his secrets for video marketing. He is teaching all of us how to create better videos, become more efficient at creating them, and grow our brands during our Encore Careers.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How Cameron is practicing content creation in the moment and consistently coming up with 10 ideas in 30 minutes.
  • More of Cameron’s story and career history.
  • Early considerations when you’re starting to prepare to market yourself on video.
  • How to get started with long-form video content.
  • How to create an outline and figure out what to say on video.
  • Tips for repurposing content.
  • Tips and tricks for recording on an iPhone.
  • The benefits of batching your work.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Follow Cameron on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/camthemanking
  • Check out Cameron’s portfolio: camthemanking.com
  • Follow Cameron on Twitter: https://twitter.com/camkingvidguy
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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I am currently taking part in The Purpose Course, hosted by the Modern Elder Academy. This class has been a very rich experience for both me and my business. Getting to learn alongside fellow entrepreneurs and benefit from their insights has helped me grow tremendously in my Encore Career.

Because of this, I want to share some of the things we’ve been learning and discussing. In this episode, I'll go through a series of questions, reflect on various sessions we’ve gone through in class, and point out some of the comments my peers have made. We’ll also talk about what The Purpose Course is all about and why I’ve decided to take it in the first place. Tune in to hear it all.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What The Purpose Course is.
  • What I learned from Chip Conley’s session.
  • Reflections from Kari Cardinale’s and Jeff Hamaoui’s session.
  • The content Richard Leider and Rich Feller taught.
  • Highlights from a discussion led by Seth Godin.
  • The four main regrets Dan Pink discussed.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out the Modern Elder Academy
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • To get started on your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

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Sarah St. John is the founder and CEO of PodSeam.com, a podcast production company. She is also an entrepreneur, podcaster, author, animal lover, and world traveler. Sarah has created several startups throughout her entrepreneurial journey of over a decade. Her goal is to show people how to launch and manage an online business on a budget.

Today, she is joining us here on Creating Your Encore Career to teach us how to do just that. In this episode, we discuss why podcasting is such an efficient way to create an Encore Career and how you can build and run your business with just $100/month! Tune in to learn from Sarah’s incredible expertise on building a business.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Sarah’s career journey and what she’s working on now.
  • What a frugal preneur is.
  • How to run your business on $100/month.
  • Why Sarah chose to get into podcasting.
  • Why she wrote four books.
  • How to monetize a podcast.
  • Software to look into when first starting out in business.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Get The Preneur Series for free: https://www.thesarahstjohn.com/free/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • Sarah’s freebies: https://www.podseam.com/freebook
  • PodSeam: https://www.podseam.com/
  • A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey: encorecareermindset.com
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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I just returned from an epic mastermind conference hosted by Mike Kim. Mike is the author of the best-selling book, You Are The Brand, which we’ve talked about extensively here on the podcast. It was an amazing week spent with a group of my mastermind peers.

In this episode, I want to share my takeaways from the conference. I’m going to discuss the main topics of the conference, the things I learned, and why it was such an incredible conference. In some upcoming episodes, I’ll interview some of the attendees to dive deeper into some of the subjects I’ll cover today.

For now, tune in to hear all about the conference!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What the conference was for.
  • The structure of the conference.
  • The four areas of topics discussed.
  • The mindset and skillset topics we covered.
  • My key takeaways.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey: encorecareermindset.com
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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If you’re nearing retirement age but nowhere near ready to retire, you’re in the right place. Here in this community, we are getting tired of or have already left our corporate careers and are stepping into an Encore journey. We want to make the most of our lives and keep contributing to a society that needs more workers.

If that sounds like you, I want you to know about my upcoming Encore Career Book Club. Beginning on October 27, I’ll be hosting a book club to help those who are 50 plus and new to entrepreneurship how to practically apply lessons from the book You Are the Brand by best-selling author Mike Kim.

In this episode, I’m explaining more about the book club and how it will work. I won’t dive into any content just yet but simply overview what the club will be all about. Tune in to hear more!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why I want to host an Encore Career Book Club.
  • More about the book we will study.
  • How the book club will work.
  • The result you’ll get from joining the book club.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Get You Are the Brand by Mike Kim
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey: encorecareermindset.com
  • My website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

Please leave a Rating and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, you will learn how to stay relevant as you enter, create, and develop an Encore Career.

This process involves three key questions. Firstly, why do you need to develop your value proposition? Secondly, how can you keep your skills relevant? Finally, how will people find you?

Last week, we talked about people skills and emotional intelligence. That whole idea is a starting point to today’s topic. It’s crucial that you get to know yourself and learn how to understand others. That could be a key source of value for you in your value proposition.

We’ll dive into all of that and more throughout this episode. Tune in to learn all about staying relevant in your Encore Career!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why you need to develop a value proposition.
  • How to create a value proposition as a Silver Entrepreneur.
  • How to keep your skills relevant.
  • Why you need to learn the “why” and “what” of various skills even if you never learn the “how.”
  • How to get people to find you.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Read: You Are the Brand by Mike Kim
  • Read: Wisdom @ Work by Chip Conley
  • Read: Humble Inquiry by Edgar Schein
  • Read: Humble Consulting by Edgar Schein
  • To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey: encorecareermindset.com
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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Emotional intelligence can often seem fluffy. It can be hard to figure out what it means let alone how to develop the skill.

This is why I love the Beyond EI model. They get down to brass tacks when it comes to emotional intelligence and teach specific actions to take to become more effective.

I recently had the opportunity to be on a panel where we talked about Beyond EI’s new masterclass and discussed emotional intelligence at length. We went into the various ways that emotional intelligence is misconstrued and clarified why it’s really about becoming remarkable and even more effective.

In this episode, I want to dive deeper into this topic and help you understand how emotional intelligence can help you become remarkable in your Encore Career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The traditional model of EI versus the Beyond EI model.
  • What a mind-body map is.
  • Where we can have control over our responses.
  • How to reframe your responses.
  • Twelve self-discoveries.
  • More about the Beyond EI Masterclass.
  • How I’ve been impacted by emotional intelligence work.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Sign up for the Beyond EI Masterclass: https://beyondei.inc/ei-masterclass/

  • To get started on your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey: encorecareermindset.com
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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Fears and worries are part of any new endeavor. They certainly are for an Encore Career!

These fears come from a variety of places. Maybe you’re worried because there is no guarantee of success as an entrepreneur or perhaps you doubt that you have anything meaningful to share with the world.

I’ve reflected on some of my own fears and worries recently (yes, they never go away!) and asked others what some of their fears and worries are. In this episode, I’ll go through 10 common responses.

Listen in to get some perspective on the fears and worries you carry as you’re embarking on this journey of starting your Encore Career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How to navigate the fear that no one cares what you have to say.
  • How to sift through all your skills.
  • How to overcome imposter syndrome.
  • The fear and grieving involved with letting go of your old identity.
  • The hard work an Encore Career takes.
  • How to overcome your fears about a lack of time and money.
  • How community can help you overcome your fears.
  • Some of my perspectives on fear.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Sign up for my free resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

My Resources:

  • A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey: encorecareermindset.com
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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On this episode, we are talking with Daniel Alfon. Daniel is an expert on using LinkedIn for business. He joined LinkedIn in early 2004 and has since published many articles and exclusive content about advanced LinkedIn strategies.

Over the years, Daniel has helped countless business owners leverage their LinkedIn presence to get more leads. In this episode, he shares all about his journey and the exciting work that he is doing. He’s also sharing multiple strategies for using LinkedIn to boost your Encore Career. Tune in to hear them all and make strides towards developing your Encore Career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Three simple questions to ask yourself about your LinkedIn profile.
  • Why you should have a banner on your profile.
  • The myths about LinkedIn.
  • How to respond to marketers who reach out to you on LinkedIn.
  • Which metrics to pay attention to.
  • Key things your LinkedIn profile needs.
  • All about Daniel’s LinkedIn journey.
  • How to navigate LinkedIn on mobile.
  • How to open conversations with leads.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Daniel’s website: https://www.danielalfon.com/
  • Buy Daniel’s book, Build a LinkedIn Profile for Business Success: https://www.amazon.com/Build-LinkedIn-Profile-Business-Success-ebook/dp/B00N18B2RS
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

My Resources:

  • A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey: encorecareermindset.com
  • My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/

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— Lynn

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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I’ve always been fascinated by technology. I’ve also always been fascinated by working with people.

As a classic Industrial Engineer, my whole career revolved around exploring how people and systems (aka, technology) come together to make things happen.

Early in my career, I learned several different programming languages. I was an early adopter of the PC. Later on, when I didn’t see the use case for something or was forced to learn some technology, I wasn’t as eager about it. My company installed a business and operations software called SAP towards the end of my career and I wasn’t a fan of it.

Now that I’m creating my Encore Career, it’s all up to me. I don’t have anyone to “handle” the tech for me. I’m an entrepreneur and I’ve got to learn it on my own.

In this episode, I dive into this further and discuss my love/hate relationship with technology.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Some of the struggles I’ve had with technology.
  • How I’ve started to “get my arms around” all the tech out there.
  • Broad categories of technology you may need in your Encore Career.
  • The importance of having a network around you.
  • How to prevent yourself from getting overwhelmed about technology.

Now, for some action steps:

  • To get started on your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Have you ever read a business or self-help book only to forget most of the advice a few weeks later? Did you ever listen to a podcast but then have trouble remembering the story you heard or the ideas discussed? If you have, you know what it feels like for all that time to be wasted. What if there was an easy way to remember that required only two seconds a day?

Well, it just so happens that there’s an app that allows you to do just that. It’s called Brain Bump and we have its creator joining us in this episode.

Along with founding Brain Bump, Mark Herschberg is the author of The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. He has spent his career launching and developing new ventures in startups, Fortune 500s, and academia, with over a dozen patents to his name.

Mark also helped start tMIT’s “career success accelerator.” He teaches there annually.

At MIT, he received a B.S. in Physics, a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, and an M.Eng. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, focusing on cryptography.

Tune in to learn all about how to learn better and faster from the highly experienced, educated, and overall brilliant Mark Herschberg.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Mark’s educational and career journey
  • Why it’s important to constantly reevaluate your career path
  • Tips for launching a book
  • How Mark’s work in helping people with careers can be used for those starting an Encore Career
  • How to build a network in your Encore Career
  • Mark’s approach to learning
  • How the Brain Bump app helps you retain information

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out The Career Toolkit website and app: https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com, https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com/app
  • Download the Brain Bump app: https://www.cognoscomedia.com/brain-bump
  • Connect with Mark on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hershey/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Willpower alone will never lead to success. It certainly won’t help you create a successful Encore Career. You need more than willpower–you need habits.

Today, I want to talk all about healthy habits and how to implement them. To help me do so, I’m going back over some ideas from the study, “Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement” by Edward Jones and AgeWave. They talk about the stages of retirement and the disorientation that comes with it.

When we retire, we disrupt the habits of work we've had for 30-40 years. All of a sudden, we’re launched into a new environment. Additionally, in corporate life, you had a level of drive. You pushed through things and made it work. In your Encore Career, however, you only have so much drive.

All of this explains why we have to depend on routines, checklists, and habits to help support us as we create our new Encore Career. Tune in to learn how!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How to create a new habit.
  • How to identify the distractions that are getting in your way.
  • Why tracking your habits is important.
  • Why you need to stop being so hard on yourself.
  • Four especially useful habits.
  • The power of simplification.
  • Application questions to ask yourself.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Read “Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement” by Edward Jones and AgeWave
  • Read Atomic Habits by James Clear
  • Read Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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It’s your second act. You have the opportunity to shape the second half of your life. How are you making the most of that opportunity? You may be doing work or activities that are useful, but are they fulfilling?

Whether you’re leading a church group, working with the food pantry, or enjoying recreational activities, you need to come to terms with something: your fifth cruise may not be as interesting. Your second year of pickleball may not fulfill you in the way you want it to.

You're probably not sure what might be next if that is true. What you do know is that there must be something “next” for you.

In this episode, we’re going to talk through some of your options for making the most of your second act. We’re also going to be reviewing an article from Market Watch titled, "'I Needed Something to Do': How Working in Retirement is Being Embraced by Older Adults and Companies."

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What the pandemic taught us about the value of remote and part-time work.
  • The demand for older workers by employers.
  • Why retirees are returning to work.
  • Possible new paths for you and your companies.
  • Challenges that come with this new wave of older employees.
  • An interesting question to consider.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Read the article: "'I Needed Something to Do': How Working in Retirement is Being Embraced by Older Adults and Companies" by Richard Eisenberg with MarketWatch
  • To get started on your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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This is Creating Your Encore Career And becoming a “Silver Entrepreneur”, with your host Lynn Friesth.

Lynn will share ideas and expert advice from people that are walking in your shoes and living their encore careers — where they want and at the pace they want. You’ll start a company of one with confidence and knowledge to live a fulfilled life of freedom and ease.

Lynn is a Coach and Leadership Consultant whose mission is to show Senior Leaders and Experts how to start something refreshing and new after a full career in the corporate environment.

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Episode 157: Conversation with a Wealth Advisor on Encore Careers with James Woodall

Throughout the course of this show, we’ve talked about various aspects of creating your Encore Career. We’ve dived deep into mindset, marketing, and connecting with your ideal client. However, we haven’t talked much about the financial side of an Encore Career. We’ll step into that in this episode.

Our guest on today’s episode is James Woodall, a Certified Financial Planner and the owner of Woodall Wealth Management. He is located in the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas. Throughout his career, James has worked with people just considering retirement as well as with people who are still going strong at 95 years old.

In this episode, James shares his journey and explains some of the insights he provides for his clients. He also helps us understand many of the financial aspects of starting a business in your later years. Tune in to learn all of this and more!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • James’ career history
  • Myths about taxes in retirement
  • How to plan for retirement financially
  • Some of the first conversations to have around budgets
  • The phases of retirement
  • How James guides his clients through “lean times”
  • The “Big 3” questions James asks of his clients
  • Deciding on goals for each phase of your Encore Career journey

Now, for some action steps:

  • Learn more about Woodall Wealth Management
  • Check out James’ Guides and Checklists
  • Download the guide: My 5 Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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STANFORD Magazine released an article a couple of months ago that began this way: “Today's youth likely have decades of ‘extra’ time coming to them. Psychologist Laura Carstensen wants them to spread those years out.” The article is entitled “5 Ways to Prepare for a Longer Life” and it’s all about preparing young people for the 35 years they will have after retirement. The Stanford Center on Longevity has created what's called “the new map of life” to address the critical question of how youth will manage all that extra time. Their team of postdoctoral fellows has reimagined a society molded around 100-year life spans.

In this episode, I do an overview of the article and Stanford’s work on the new map of life. I provide a summary of what they cover in the article, the conclusion they drew, and how all of that can be applied to your life and Encore Career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why we must plan to work longer and differently.
  • How to change the way you save money.
  • Why regular exercise is crucial to preparing for a longer life.
  • Why you should prioritize friendship.
  • How to envision a long life that you love.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Read "5 Ways to Prepare for a Longer Life" - STANFORD magazine
  • Learn about The New Map of Life
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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An Encore Career is an incredible opportunity to pursue your passions in your later years. It is a means of leaving your corporate career and becoming your own boss. It is a path for making the most of your life even after retirement.

These are all incredible benefits and draws to creating your own Encore Career. However, when it comes down to practicalities, what are the key elements of one? What does it actually take to develop and grow a business as a silver entrepreneur?

In this episode, I review the key elements of an Encore Career as I see it today. Although I’ve talked about this in general terms multiple times over the course of the show, my views have shifted and grown a bit. So, tune in as I share my current perspective on what makes up an Encore Career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How to explore your purpose after retirement.
  • How to work on your mindset in your Encore Career.
  • Mindfulness techniques you may consider implementing.
  • Why it’s important to develop new habits and routines.
  • How to create a value proposition.
  • How to create a business plan.
  • Why you should consider how you best learn.
  • How to invest in new people, new communities, and new connections.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Begin Your Journey to an Encore Career
  • Learn more on my website
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Do you want to do what you love while earning from multiple income streams? Having multiple income streams is possible with a Portfolio Career. It also allows you to reduce the risk if one income stream doesn't work out.

In today’s episode, we talk with Steve Preston about creating a portfolio career. Following a very successful management career, Steve Preston took redundancy in 2001 when his company relocated. Steve made a defining career and life choice not to let an employer control his future.

Steve is a leading Career Coach, Internationally acclaimed Author, Speaker, Creator of Breakthrough Career & Personal Development Online Courses, Broadcaster, and Thought Leader on Portfolio Careers.

Recognized as ‘The Career Catalyst’ ®, Steve is living proof of what can be achieved whether you wish to progress your career, change career at 30, or even start a new career at 50 or 60 – as he has successfully coached many of his clients to do!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • A blended working lifestyle
  • The 3 P’s: passion, pleasure, and profit
  • Why the massive increase in interest in a portfolio career
  • The evolutionary process of a portfolio career
  • Distinguishing factors in a portfolio career

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Steve’s online course
  • Visit Steve Preston’s main website
  • Email Steve at steve@steveprestonthecareercatalyst.com
  • Read Steve Preston’s books
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Lynn’s Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn


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Many of us would consider ourselves to be experts in something: maybe in our previous field of work, or with a tool that we’ve mastered, or a system that we’ve developed. Yet, when starting our encore career, we need to understand how to make that expertise work best for us. We may need to transfer knowledge to employees that work for us in our new careers, or we may need to market our expertise to our clients to show them they are in good hands.

In considering this subject, I was reminded of a book I read back in 2005: Deep Smarts: How to Cultivate and Transfer Enduring Business Wisdom by Dorothy Leonard and Walter Swap. I was intrigued by this book when it came out, as it was centered around the organizations within the corporate world that I was still then a part of. But, I think that its teachings have great relevance to those of us starting our encore careers as well. In fact, Chip Conley of the Modern Elder Association recently held a book talk with author Dorothy Leonard to discuss how this information could be applied to this next stage of our professional lives.

In today’s episode I will walk you through some of the highlights of that book talk as well as some takeaways that I discovered from reading the book myself. I will also share a complimentary book that deals with the opposite skill sets that novices bring to the table to explore how a blended approach of expert and rookie mindsets can be most beneficial.

Learning to embrace being both the expert and the apprentice will allow you to utilize your deep knowledge while developing a learning mindset that can help you tackle the swift changes that starting a new encore career will bring.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What are the skills of those with deep smarts
  • Some of the best ways to pass down or transfer expert knowledge
  • The characteristics and limitations of experts vs. novices
  • How expert skills may differ from rookie skills
  • Why rookie smarts can be just as important as expertise

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out the book Deep Smarts: How to Cultivate and Transfer Enduring Business Wisdom by Dorothy Leonard and Walter Swap
  • Read up on the Harvard Business Review article on Deep Smarts
  • Explore these ideas further with the complimentary book Rookie Smarts: Why Learning Beats Knowing in the New Game of Work, by Liz Wiseman
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

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— Lynn


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Your career path does not need to be one size fits all. In fact, today’s episode will help you to explore the possibility that your encore career could unfold down a completely different path than what you are used to. Though there may be challenges that come with switching gears and pivoting to different lines of work or specialties, you will find that often employers appreciate the skills and expertise you bring to the table as an experienced and skilled worker.

To help us unpack the benefits and challenges of making career transitions, I have brought my friend and former colleague, Dave Whan, onto the show today for a discussion. Dave has lots of experience in making the switch to new fields, specialities and spheres within the job market. In our discussion, he will share his perspectives as a chief human resources officer as well as additional perspectives from his role with the federal reserve bank and the various other roles that he has taken on throughout his career.Dave has a lot to offer us about his journey and the observations he’s made throughout his experience with career transitioning. His tips can help you to broaden your horizons and take on a career move that will bring you the satisfaction you are looking for, even if it seems out of reach.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How to prepare to make a career transitions
  • What to keep in mind when pivoting from one skill set to the next
  • How to approach unfamiliar technology tools in a new role
  • The importance of growth mindsets
  • Networking tips when thinking about transitioning careers
  • Why older, experienced workers are more valued by employers than you may realize
  • Some of the workforce challenges that the US is facing and how encore career starters may help alleviate those challenges

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Dave’s LinkedIn Profile
  • Reach out to me regarding openings in my Encore Career group coaching program
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

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— Lynn


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Your Message Matters is a book by Jonathan Milligan all about how to transform your passion into a platform. He sponsored a conference of the same name that is centered around the book. His mission is to help people create their own businesses that they’re interested in.

Today, I want to share some of my takeaways from the conference. There were parts of it that really stood out to me and helped me in my own business. This episode is all about passing those things on to you. I’ll also share about the process of the conference as a whole.

Your message does matter. That’s what Jonathan shared and what I want to make sure you know as well. So tune in to hear all about the conference and learn some practical steps for getting your message out into the world, especially as you embark on an Encore Career!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Some of the content that was taught at the seminar.
  • What Podmatch is.
  • How to host a webinar or training.
  • The action steps I took after the seminar.
  • Excellent design elements of the seminar.
  • How it mixed virtual and in-person elements.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Look at Your Message Matters Book site
  • Read “Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement”
  • Check out the Age Wave website
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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What is the new journey of retirement?

We know that it doesn’t look the way it did even 20 years ago. Retirement, how people spend their time once they’re retired, and who can be classified as a “retiree” have all shifted significantly in the 21st century.

In this episode, I look into a report on this topic. The report was done by Edward Jones and The Age Wave Institute and is called, “Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement.” They performed a study of more than 11,000 North American adults, largely pre-retirees and retirees. Their purpose was, “To explore how the journey of retirement unfolds, the patterns of people’s experience in retirement, and the keys to thriving along the way.”

Tune in to hear the key insights from this report and what this means for all of us who are pursuing Encore Careers.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The ideal length of retirement for today’s retirees.
  • What today’s retirees consider the purpose of retirement to be.
  • The five major forces currently converging to reshape the new retirement and the lives of retirees.
  • The four stages of the new journey of retirement.
  • Boomers’ new definitions of success.
  • The four distinct categories of retirees.
  • The five habits of highly successful retirees.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Edward Jones’ Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement
  • Look around the Age Wave website
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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We talk a lot about creating your Encore Career on the podcast: how will you transfer your skills and what will you do?

As you can see, most of what we talk about is related to the question of “what.” However, today’s episode will be a little different. We’re going to discuss who you want to be when you grow old.

This discussion is based off a book by Richard Leider and David Shapiro. I was introduced to Richard by Modern Elder Academy. We went through several sessions together and had many conversations about purpose, especially purpose later in life.

One of the common themes we came back to over and over again is that purpose ties in with mindset. This is one of the first areas we talk about in the process of creating an Encore Career as well. We must do some hard work on our mindset to start navigating the path towards purposeful aging.

In today’s episode, I’m going to talk about this path, how mindset is related to purpose and creating an Encore Career, and more from Who Do You Want to Be When You Grow Old?

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why the path to purposeful aging is personal, not prescriptive.
  • How aging is a journey.
  • Why getting old doesn’t disqualify you from being useful.
  • Why the language we use to describe ourselves is important.
  • The difference between growing old and getting old.
  • You’re a human being, not a human doing.
  • Why you should consider the legacy you’re leaving behind.
  • Parker Palmer’s two questions.
  • The ultimate conversation you must have with yourself.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Who Do You Want To Be When Your Grow Old? by Richard Leider and David Shapiro
  • Live with and journal about the questions
  • Find someone to discuss it with
  • Check out Richard Leider’s website
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Do you want to be a victim or an actor?

This is the question to ask in a recession. The truth is, rough seasons like recessions can be seen as challenges or opportunities. To be an actor, you embrace your circumstances as opportunities to take action. You do what you can with what you have.

Think about it this way: you’ve been here before. You’ve made it through economic downturns and come out the other side. Studies have shown that the best companies accelerate out of a downturn in this way. Who’s to say you can’t do the same in your Encore Career?

Now, if you’re specifically asking what you should do next, this episode is for you. In it, I discuss what to do with your Encore Career during a recession. We’ll talk about the various options available to you at this time: keep working, launch your business, adopt a side hustle, and more.

Tune in to learn how to succeed in your Encore Career, no matter the state of the economy.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How long recessions typically last.
  • The opportunities that exist during a recession.
  • How you can develop your skills in this economy.
  • The importance of digital skills.
  • Why networking is so crucial.
  • Why you should work on your health in this season.
  • My 3 P’s based on Mike Kim’s model.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Get You Are The Brand by Mike Kim
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn

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You Are The Brand by Mike Kim lays out “the 8-step blueprint to showcase your unique expertise and build a highly profitable, personally fulfilling business.” These eight steps are powerful and effective. They have helped me tremendously throughout my own entrepreneurial journey.

But what does You Are The Brand have to do with creating an Encore Career? As it turns out, a lot. In my coaching programs, I help you start your journey to having an Encore Career. Specifically, I teach you the why and what. You Are The Brand fills in the gaps by explaining how to do this Encore Career thing. It also helps you understand the when and who of running your own business.

In this episode, I explain a little bit more about what You Are The Brand is all about. I also go over what you will learn from it and why it is so beneficial to your Encore Career. Tune in to learn more.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • My experience working with Mike Kim and You Are The Brand.
  • What a unique value proposition is.
  • Why I’m teaching You Are The Brand.
  • The various “primary voices” you could choose.
  • Why you need to value your time.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out You Are The Brand by Mike Kim
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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If you’re coming out of a corporate career, you may have a good-sized portfolio. However, now that you want to begin your Encore Career, what’s next? Will your portfolio let you live the life you want for the next 30-plus years?

If I had to guess, I’d say that your current goals include earning, learning, and leaving a legacy. You likely want the freedom to work when you want, where you want, and on the things that you love. This is more than possible. People in the second half of life are essential to the full functioning of our economy. The key is you can’t just rely on your portfolio–you need a platform and you need products.

In this episode, I explain why you need a platform and products in an Encore Career. These are two of the eight steps in Mike Kim’s blueprint to building a profitable personal brand. Tune in to learn what they are, why they’re important, and how to start building them.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What a platform is.
  • How to build a platform.
  • How to create a social media platform.
  • Best practices for writing your bio.
  • How to determine your primary voice.
  • How to decide who your product will help.
  • How to test a product idea.
  • Different product examples.
  • Why you should never give your time away for free.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Get You Are The Brand by Mike Kim
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In the last couple of episodes, I’ve been talking about Mike Kim’s eight steps to building a profitable personal brand. We went over his PB3 method and the importance of having strong partnerships.

This week, I want to talk about another aspect of his eight-step method: positioning and pitching.

If your goals include earning, learning, and leaving a legacy, you must learn how to position and pitch yourself well. Mastering these skills is the key to creating a thriving Encore Career.

Why wouldn’t you want that? After all, people in the second half of life are essential to the full functioning of our economy.

Tune in to learn what it means to position and pitch yourself and how to do it.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • An overview of Mike’s eight steps to building a personal brand.
  • What positioning means.
  • The difference between high-value and low-value businesses.
  • Why you must get to know your competition.
  • The importance of sharing your story.
  • How to give discounts without changing your position.
  • Best practices for pitching.
  • Whether or not to use a pitch script.
  • How to organize your marketing strategy.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Get You Are The Brand by Mike Kim
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Last week, I shared the next steps you should take in creating your Encore Career. These steps are your foundation when you’re just getting started. They take you from being fresh out of your corporate career, having no clue what you’re doing to running a successful business in your Encore Career.

In this episode, I share some more thoughts on this topic. Many of these “next steps” are inspired by books I’m reading. They provide practical step by steps for going out on your own and building a brand as a “silver entrepreneur.”

One of the highlights I’ve gleaned from these books is the importance of partners. We just can’t do this Encore Career thing alone. Tune in as I discuss why we need partners so badly and some ways I’ve taken this concept to heart.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How demographics are changing.
  • How positive thinking affects our health.
  • Mike Kim’s eight steps to building a profitable personal brand.
  • How I’ve engaged with partners.
  • People I’ve partnered with.
  • Best practices for partnering with others.
  • How partners have bettered my business and life.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Read You Are The Brand by Mike Kim, Super Age by Bradley Shurman, and Breaking the Age Code by Becca Levy, PhD
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Since the re-brand of this podcast, I’ve talked a lot about Encore Careers. I’ve explained what they are and why we need them in this day and age.

In case you need a recap on why you should consider starting an Encore Career, let me remind you that 20% of people are over the age of 60 today. By 2034, more people will be over the age of 65 than under the age of 18. Therefore, older people are essential to the full functioning of our economy.

So, how do we actually make an Encore Career a reality? Today, I want to get into the specifics of how to start one. Tune in to learn the eight steps to building your Encore Career, as inspired by my good friend and mentor Mike Kim.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The eight steps of building a brand.
  • The key difference between being an entrepreneur and working in corporate America.
  • Two questions to ask yourself when starting your Encore Career.
  • Mike Kim’s PB3.
  • My journey towards building my Encore Career.
  • Who I’ve helped through this journey and how.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Get You Are The Brand by Mike Kim and Super Age by Bradley Shurman
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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I recently completed the Modern Elder Academy Seminar. It was an amazing experience. I want to take some time in this episode to share my initial reflections on it.

I’ve talked about The Modern Elder Academy in previous episodes, but for those who don’t know, it’s built upon the idea that, as we approach midlife, there are things we should continue doing with our careers. At about age 55, people start thinking of retiring but at that age, we’re only halfway through our adult life. People are living longer and healthier these days and living longer will be more expensive.

This is what the whole premise of this podcast and the concept of Encore Careers is based on. The Modern Elder Academy serves in this area as well. It was established as a residency-based program in Baja, Mexico and, since COVID required changing that, it is now an amazing virtual program.

There are video elements of the residential program, recorded sessions from thought leaders, some “stretch” elements like poetry and other media, and reflection pieces built in. Tune in to hear more about the Modern Elder Academy and my thoughts looking back on it.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What kind of content the Modern Elder Academy includes.
  • Why reflection is so important.
  • Different elements of the program.
  • The flexibility of the program.
  • The different transitions we go through in life.
  • How to navigate transitions well.
  • Why it’s important to have a sense of purpose.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Look into the Modern Elder Academy
  • Read Breaking the Age Code: How Your Beliefs About Aging Determine How Long and Well You Live by Becca Levy, From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks, and Imaginable: How to See the Future Coming and Feel Ready for Anything - Even Things That Seem Impossible Today by Jane McGonigal
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In this episode, I am talking with Galen Bingham of Kiln Global Coaching. Galen is a leadership trainer, Certified Executive Coach, and the host of the podcast, Whiskey, Jazz and Leadership.

He has 30 years of operating experience with Fortune 500 companies like Kraft Foods, Imperial Sugar and the Coca-Cola Company. Galen has coached or consulted with over 875 senior executives, CEOs and non-profit leaders across 7 countries.

I met Galen when we were both going through our coaching certification in Emotional Intelligence with Beyond EI. Having gone through this training, Galen and I both enjoy talking about self-awareness and how it’s related to leadership. We get into those topics in this episode. We also discuss how it can be hard for leaders to find the right words that have the most impact on the people they're leading.

Tune in to hear all of Galen’s great insights and knowledge on becoming great as a Leader.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Some of the themes of Galen’s podcast.
  • How building a business is like playing jazz.
  • How the primary skill of great leadership is self-awareness.
  • Some of Galen’s best sales advice.
  • The three levels and importance of listening.
  • How Galen helps Leaders find the right “words” to express their intentions.
  • The difference between development and training.
  • How helping Leaders uncover their Big Purpose is both scary and enlightening.
  • How Galen’s 8-year-old daughter gave him some of his best coaching!

Now, for some action steps:

  • Listen to Galen’s podcast: https://www.galenbingham.com/podcast/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn

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Have you ever heard of 60 year career?

From age 1 to 20, we are in our learning stage. From age 21 to 80, we are earning. From age 81 to 100, we are in elderhood.

This looks very different from the way our parents lived their lives. Many of them retired at age 55 to 60. However, because people are living longer than ever nowadays, we may only be halfway through our lives when we turn 55. We must take some time to consider what we will do with all of the time we have left.

This isn’t just about Boomers. It will apply to everyone moving forward. So, let’s discuss the concept of the 60 year career.

In this episode, I discuss some ways you can change your mindset around and approach to aging. I provide some tips that help you understand why you’d want a 60 year career and how to make the most of it.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What a 60 year career looks like.
  • How our world is changing.
  • Why you would want a 60 year career.
  • How your thoughts about aging can affect your lifespan.
  • How to have a successful 60 year career.
  • The importance of technology today.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Read Breaking the Age Code: How Your Beliefs About Aging Determine How Long and Well You Live by Becca Levy
  • Read From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks
  • Read Imaginable: How to See the Future Coming and Feel Ready for Anything - Even Things That Seem Impossible Today by Jane McGonigal
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In this episode, we are talking to Jonathan Milligan about how he is helping entrepreneurs develop their businesses through training, coaching, and live events.

I first worked with Jonathan when I was beginning the journey of starting my business. Now, I’m a member and a coach in his group coaching practice.

Today, Jonathan shares how he got started and how his business grew and developed. He will talk about how, after creating a successful business, he then moved on to a deeper question: “Am I making a difference, as well as making money?”

Jonathan will also share how he discovered the importance of building relationships. He realized that they are just as important as providing knowledge. Related to this, Jonathan and I get into how he has added the elements of Live events and Group/Peer coaching to help people even more. He’ll talk about how he found that a key to creating impact was helping people feel heard as well as teaching them.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Jonathan’s business-building story.
  • Why he began asking himself if he was truly making a difference.
  • How he went from having a course to working with people.
  • Why he likes the group coaching model and how he does it.
  • How to put on a successful live event.
  • Jonathan’s business-building roadmap.
  • The “do this next” mindset.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Learn more about “Your Message Matters” Live Event: https://www.marketyourmessage.com/ymm-live
  • Check out the website for the Your Message Matters book: https://www.yourmessagemattersbook.com/
  • Dive into Market Your Message: https://www.marketyourmessage.com/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Midlife is a time when things start to shift and change. Any moment of change brings an opportunity for reinvention and revitalization. What do you truly want out of your career and your life?

This is what I have been exploring lately.

A few episodes ago, I discussed the making of the modern elder along with the book Wisdom at Work by Chip Conely. Chip is also the founder of the Modern Elder Academy (MEA), a program I have been going through myself.

MEA is on a mission to reframe midlife from a crisis to a calling. Its purpose is to help you find a renewed sense of purpose. MEA was founded as a social enterprise dedicated to offering people a place and the tools to navigate midlife and emerge refreshed, inspired, and better equipped to flourish in their next chapter.

In this episode, I discuss my experiences in the Modern Elder Academy.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What MEA entails.
  • How my experience in MEA has been thus far.
  • The many transitions we go through in midlife.
  • Simple mindfulness techniques I’ve learned in MEA.
  • What appreciative inquiry is.
  • Why we need to shift our mindset about aging.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Learn more about Modern Elder Academy
  • Read Wisdom at Work, The Making Of A Modern Elder, By Chip Conely
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Scared of presenting and putting yourself in front of people? There are ways to alleviate your qualms when presenting – and it’s all about getting into the right mindset, telling better, more meaningful stories, and being your most authentic self.

In this episode, we will be talking with Rick Davis of the Davis Presentation Group, whom I’ve known for several years. In fact, Rick helped me prepare for my first webinar and he taught me how to create engaging stories to help illustrate my content. He also provided me with key skills for presenting and connecting with an online audience.

Rick is a speaker and trainer with a professional performance background. His engaging and interactive presentations help audiences retain the material presented, so they can overcome their fears, share more of who they truly are, and enjoy more of their personal and professional lives.

Listen in to discover ways to CONNECT to positive sources, PLAY with ideas and interests that energize you and make you come alive, and PERFORM in the role you were always meant to portray!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Lessons Rick learned from performing that apply to presentations
  • Some common mistakes presenters make that keep them from getting results with their audience
  • How can we tell better stories?
  • Other types of services Rick offers

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the self-assessment quiz.

Connect with Rick Davis:

Rick’s website:

https://davispresentationgroup.com/

Rick’s email:

rick@davispresentationgroup.com

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— Lynn


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Transitioning from corporate America to starting your own business might require some calculated risks. It’s a matter of figuring out how you can transfer your skills and expertise and create your own structure so you can ultimately live a life of freedom and purpose.

For 26 years, Dan Cockerell has been creating magic for other people being the VP of Magic Kingdom – until he finally decided to create magic for himself. He left Disney and started his own business to help his clients spread the magic to other people’s lives.

In this episode, Dan Cockerell talks about how he made the transition and how he transferred his skills, knowledge, and expertise from the hospitality business to the consulting world.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Dan’s journey starting his business
  • What was different between corporate life and independent work
  • The mindset that an entrepreneur needs
  • How does he go about doing Customer Discovery

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the self-assessment quiz.

Connect with Dan Cockerell:

Dan Cockerell’s email: Dan@Cockerellconsulting.com

Cockerell Consulting Group

Dan’s book: How’s the Culture in Your Kingdom?

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— Lynn


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Have you ever had someone, at work or in your personal life, come up to you and ask if you have a minute? Do you start with giving them directions?

Most people have a default or go-to mode when someone brings a problem or an issue to them, almost like having a tool belt around your waist. And so, when someone brings a situation to you, what is the tool you’re most likely to pull out?

Having a coach can accelerate your progress in creating your encore career. While coaching and being coached is simple, it can take a lifetime to master. Helping people think through the problem is usually a better move – and that's essentially what coaching is about.

In today’s episode, I am delighted to once again have executive coaches, Lori Glander and Rena Gainey, as they share their insights from several years of coaching and developing leaders.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What coaching is and how it is different from giving direction or advice
  • Coaching is accessible to anyone.
  • A demonstration of the “Simple Coaching Process” with me as the coachee so you can see how it works. (I actually made progress on my goal during this coaching conversation.)

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the self-assessment quiz.

Rena’s Contact information:

  • Renagainey.com
  • arise2LEAD.com
  • rgainey425@gmail.com

Lori’s Contact information:

  • linkedin.com/in/lori-glander-70056228

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— Lynn


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As Boomers, we have to reinvent ourselves as companies themselves need to reinvent themselves. And one of the most effective ways to do that is to pull together different pieces of ourselves to create some value that we can bring to the table.

Today, we’re talking with John Tarnoff who had a long career in the entertainment business. After his tech startup went bust, he decided to go back to school to earn a Master’s degree in Spiritual Psychology – a branch of behavioral psychology that focuses on self-responsibility and self-forgiveness as pathways to healing and change.

Now, fifteen years later, as a career coach, author, and speaker, his mission is to support professionals over 50 – to redefine, build and sustain second-act careers beyond traditional retirement. John wrote a book on this called Boomer Reinvention, How To Create Your Dream Career Over 50.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Some myths around Boomer workers
  • Why freelance work can be a great fit
  • Why you need to find a tribe or network
  • Why even with a W-2 job, you should think of yourself as a freelancer
  • The importance of patience and persistence in working independently

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Grab a copy of Boomer Reinvention, How To Create Your Dream Career Over 50
  • Check out John’s Website
  • John also co-hosts a LinkedIn Live show and podcast called: “The Second Act Show”
  • Take Lynn’s Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn


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Do you want to do what you love while earning from multiple income streams? Having multiple income streams is possible with a Portfolio Career. It also allows you to reduce the risk if one income stream doesn't work out.

In today’s episode, we talk with Steve Preston about creating a portfolio career. Following a very successful management career, Steve Preston took redundancy in 2001 when his company relocated. Steve made a defining career and life choice not to let an employer control his future.

Steve is a leading Career Coach, Internationally acclaimed Author, Speaker, Creator of Breakthrough Career & Personal Development Online Courses, Broadcaster, and Thought Leader on Portfolio Careers.

Recognized as ‘The Career Catalyst’ ®, Steve is living proof of what can be achieved whether you wish to progress your career, change career at 30, or even start a new career at 50 or 60 – as he has successfully coached many of his clients to do!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • A blended working lifestyle
  • The 3 P’s: passion, pleasure, and profit
  • Why the massive increase in interest in a portfolio career
  • The evolutionary process of a portfolio career
  • Distinguishing factors in a portfolio career

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Steve’s online course
  • Visit Steve Preston’s main website
  • Email Steve at steve@steveprestonthecareercatalyst.com
  • Read Steve Preston’s books
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Lynn’s Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn


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Did you know that entrepreneurs actually decline between their 30’s and 50s?

Most people assume that the more successful they are, they're less susceptible to becoming irrelevant later in life. The truth is, the greater our achievements are in our early life and the greater attachment we have to them, the more we notice how we’re not performing quite as well as we used to.

In this episode, I’ll be sharing some insights from the books of Arthur C. Brooks, where he proposes that professional decline can come much sooner than you think. We also talk about how you can transition to your role using crystallized intelligence over fluid intelligence and get the most out of your encore career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • A brief background about Arthur C. Brooks
  • The contrast between poets and historians
  • The difference between fluid intelligence and crystallized intelligence
  • The trap of achievement using fluid intelligence
  • Transition to roles using crystallized intelligence
  • Re-imagining how you are keeping score

Now, for some action steps:

  • Grab a copy of From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks
  • Read: Atlantic Article on Professional Decline by Arthur C. Brooks
  • Lynn’s Encore Career Clarity Quiz
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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What do modern elders bring to the table? Contrary to stereotypes of older workers being poor performers and resistant to change, among many myths out there, modern elders have a lot more to offer than most people think.

In this episode, I’m doing a review of the book, “Wisdom at Work: The Making of a Modern Elder” by Chip Conley, which has been instrumental in my thinking about an encore career.

Working from his own experience, Chip ran a boutique hotel company for over 24 years before selling it in the early 2000s. With his extensive experience in the hospitality industry, Chip soon became a mentor to the CEO of Airbnb and, eventually, its employees, who were only half of Chip’s age. Without knowledge of the technology side of business, Chip was also open to learning more about the things he needed to learn.

Whether you’re still figuring out what to do in the next phase of your life, or you’re already transitioning to a new career, take insights from what I’m going to be sharing with you today. Be open to growth, hold on to curiosity, and get energized for the second half of your life!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Moving from a knowledge worker to a wisdom worker
  • What an elder could bring to the table
  • What modern elders need to do
  • Don’t retire, but rewire
  • Looking for examples of people who grew in their second half of life
  • Start with making the world better for five people
  • Myths and stereotypes of older workers
  • The digital quotient

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Grab the book Wisdom at Work: The Making of a Modern Elder by Chip Conley
  • Check out Modern Elder Academy
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Making the leap from being a Corporate Leader and Expert into becoming a Solopreneur can be daunting – but the rewards are great. You can work when you want, where you want, and do the work you love.

And so, how do you transition from being your corporate job to becoming a Silver Entrepreneur? What are the skills that you can take with you and what new skills do you need to learn and develop?

In this episode, I’m speaking with business and executive coach Marcia Erickson from the Action Coaching Group. She shares some great insights into the key things leaders need to learn, do, and develop as they’re transitioning into a whole new career. Marcia coaches business leaders and entrepreneurs as a trusted advisor and sounding board.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The international dynamic of working with other coaches from around the world
  • Key things that leaders need to learn, do, or develop
  • The differences and similarities among coaches around the world
  • Transitioning from corporate work to independent work
  • Creating new routines and being accountable to yourself
  • Finding your target market
  • Coaching multiple businesses
  • Coaching comes down to asking questions and listening
  • Skill sets she had to learn as a coach
  • How to fit into a new and remote environment

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Follow Marcia on Marcia Erickson - Business and Executive Coach - ActionCOACH Business Coaching | LinkedIn and Actioncoach Marcia Erickson - Facebook
  • Check out Upcoming Events - ActionCOACH
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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I'm honored today to be talking with Lee Cockrell about creating Disney magic for your organization. Lee Cockerell is the former Executive Vice President of Operations for the Walt Disney World® Resort. As the Senior Operating Executive for ten years, Lee led a team of 40,000 Cast Members and was responsible for the operations of 20 resort hotels, 4 theme parks, 2 water parks, a shopping & entertainment village, and the ESPN sports and recreation complex in addition to the ancillary operations which supported the number one vacation destination in the world.

One of Lee’s major and lasting legacies was the creation of Disney Great Leader Strategies which was used to train and develop the 7,000 leaders at Walt Disney World. Lee has held various executive positions in the hospitality and entertainment business with Hilton Hotels for 8 years and the Marriott Corporation for 17 years before joining Disney.

Lee has also launched the Cockerell Academy designed to fill in the blanks and give you the tools you need to focus on being the kind of leader people admire, doing the right things to manage your organization, and serving people in a way that sets you apart.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Some mindset changes between the corporate life and independent work
  • Crafting your value proposition as an independent practitioner
  • How to seek out your early clients/customers
  • Thoughts on leadership

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

Lee Cockerell’s website: https://www.leecockerell.com/

The Cockerell Academy: https://www.cockerellacademy.com/

Lee’s latest books:

Creating Magic: 10 Common Sense Leadership Strategies from a Life at Disney

Time Management Magic: How to Get More Done Every Day and Move from Surviving to Thriving

Career Magic: How To Stay On Track To Achieve A Stellar Career

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— Lynn


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Today I’m going to look over two books that have been very helpful for me in my encore career. They are great resources for anyone considering an encore career. The books explore many of the things that go on when building a business in your retirement-age years.

The first book is Repurpose Your Career: A Practical Guide for the Second Half of Life by Marc Miller and Susan Lahey. I interviewed Marc on episode 111 of the podcast so you can hear more about him there. The second book is Boomer Reinvention: How to Create Your Dream Career over 50 by John Tarnoff.

Both these books have similar themes. They are aimed at people who are working on creating encore careers. However, they are also a little bit different as they have some different ways of approaching this topic.

All in all, both of these books have really helped me in my thinking. Obviously, I'm not the one who invented the idea of an encore career. However, I've been on the journey myself and, if you have any interest in creating an encore career, I recommend each of these books as valuable resources.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Marc Miller’s career journey.
  • The mindset change we must make in our encore careers.
  • Why we need to be both mentors and mentees.
  • How to build a new, diverse network in your encore career.
  • Marc’s SMAC acronym.
  • John Tarnoff’s background in entertainment.
  • Why we need to redefine who we are, what we want to do, and why we want to do it.
  • John’s five-step methodology.
  • How to reconcile the weaknesses in your resume.
  • What a SWOT analysis is and how to do one.
  • How to present yourself as a thought leader.
  • How to combat ageism with energy and enthusiasm.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Get Repurpose Your Career: A Practical Guide for the 2nd Half of Life by Marc Miller with Susan Lahey
  • Visit Marc Miller’s website
  • Get Boomer Reinvention: How to Create Your Dream Career Over 50 by John Tarnoff
  • Visit John Tarnoff’s website
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Today, we are going to be talking with Kevin Karschnik.

Kevin delivers high-energy, high-impact keynote speeches and training workshops that help business professionals with the leadership and communication skills they need to succeed in today’s complex business climate. He is a successful entrepreneur whose professional career spans 30 years and includes starting and selling two million-dollar training companies.

Kevin is also the co-author of a popular business book, Corporate Ovations. In this book, he talks all about how to give more effective presentations.

Kevin is truly an expert at what he does and brings a lot of amazing insight to our show. Tune in to hear our conversation on running your own business and finding your passion in the process.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Kevin’s career journey.
  • Why he left the businesses he started
  • The lessons he has learned in creating three businesses
  • Why you should plan on spending 12-18 months building your business
  • How Kevin uses LinkedIn to connect with both clients and business peers
  • The challenges Kevin has experienced in building his new business
  • The importance of family support when building businesses

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Kevin’s website: https://kevinkarschnik.com/
  • Get Kevin’s book: ​​https://www.amazon.com/Corporate-Ovations-Karschnik-Peterson-Hardcover/dp/B00ZY8OF40
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Do you struggle with productivity? Many entrepreneurs do. However, the truth is, you are already productive. You just need to take it to the next level through the use of focused work.

This is what Paul Axtell helps people do. Today, we are going to be talking with him about this. He will also share an overview of some of the key concepts he teaches in his wonderful class, Foundations for Being Remarkable.

Paul has been a wonderful friend and teacher over the years and I have found his insights to continually be useful. They have dramatically improved my effectiveness both at work and at home. Tune in to hear our great discussion.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How we can build an empowering perspective
  • Why work and relationships happen through conversations
  • How to have effective conversations
  • How to build and enhance our relationships
  • How to take your productivity to the next level

Now, for some action steps:

  • Email Paul: paulaxtell@mac.com
  • Visit Paul’s website: https://www.paulaxtell.com/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Last week, I reflected on some of the things that happened here on Creating Your Encore Career in 2021. I thanked many of the people who helped me make everything happen and looked back at the changes we made and our accomplishments over the past year.

Today, I discuss my intentions for 2022. Throughout the episode, I share some new things I want to implement here on the podcast in the new year. I also discuss some of my goals regarding my personal encore career.

Finally, in this episode I share some of the mindset goals I’m setting this year. Being on the encore career path myself, I've learned that mindset is what really holds us back. Our mindsets deserve more attention than we typically give them. So, today I’ll explain how I plan to make some personal mindset changes.

I hope you all enjoy this summary of where I want to go in 2022 and will join me as we move into the new year!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • New features I plan to add to the podcast in 2022.
  • My framework for helping people develop encore careers.
  • How I want to develop my coaching in the new year.
  • My personal wellbeing goals for 2022.
  • The importance of process.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In July, I pivoted this podcast and renamed it “Creating Your Encore Career.” I had talked about that subject often in the last year but decided to do a full rebrand. Rather than work on manufacturing leadership, I wanted to work on helping people start Encore Careers.

While that happened, we had what they call the “Great Resignation.” This became another driving force for me to start talking about encore careers. I knew that there were a lot of people who were my age or even younger who were retiring but still wanted to participate in the world of work and get paid for it. They just didn't know how.

I knew I could help these people because I’ve been on that same journey myself for over five years. However, I came to realize that this was not something I could do by myself in a vacuum.

So, in this episode, I spend some time reflecting on all of the people and groups I’ve had the chance to work with over the past year of Creating Your Encore Career. I also reflect on the year we’ve had and the things we’ve covered here on the podcast.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • All of the gratitude I have to give this year.
  • Some podcast stats.
  • What the Great Resignation is.
  • The people and groups that have come alongside me in 2021.
  • A recap on the research out there on encore careers.
  • Why I refuse to retire.
  • What a portfolio career is.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

Connect with Me:

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Please leave a Rating and Review:

Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Lauren Davis is an expert on all things social media and business. She helps people with personal brands or businesses to develop their authentic “voice” on social media. Today she is joining us to discuss exactly how she does this.

Most of Lauren’s clients come to her because they know they need to be on social media and they know they need to be marketing themselves. However, they just have no idea where to start. If that sounds like you, tune into this conversation.

In it, Lauren shares how she helps entrepreneurs who are in this spot. She also explains how to transform your mindset around social media. She helps those of us who think social media is overwhelming and complicated by making it super fun and simple instead.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How Lauren started her brand with a record store and gift boutique.
  • How she helps clients make social media “easy.”
  • Why she suggests that you treat social media like “real life.”
  • Her 30 second “PLAN” to improve your social media pages.
  • Why you should strive to be the best host of your small party on social media.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Lauren Davis Creative: https://laurendaviscreative.com/
  • Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ldaviscreative/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

Connect with Me:

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Here on this podcast, I talk a lot about Encore Careers. I teach you how to create your own. I bring on guests who have built Encore Careers (or pursued entrepreneurship in any form) to share their insights with you.

However, I don’t often talk about my motivations for creating my own Encore Career.

In this episode, I share five reasons why I chose to launch my Encore Career. These five reasons are what inspired me to refuse to retire and instead start something brand new in my later years.

I hope you find this reflection interesting and that it inspires you to begin your pursuit of an Encore Career, no matter where you are right now.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why I wanted to build my own business and work for myself.
  • Why I wanted to go into coaching in particular.
  • Why I chose to build a business instead of just doing volunteer work.
  • How much potential we have in our “retirement” years.
  • What “Silver Talent” is.
  • How I can provide the talent our world needs in my Encore Career.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

Connect with Me:

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Please leave a Rating and Review:

Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, I’m talking with Tasha Wilmore. Tasha is the owner of Help On Deck, a firm that supplies support work for entrepreneurs.

Tasha has a remarkable story about creating her business. She is a military spouse and helps other military spouses have a remote work career. Because those serving in the military often relocate, being able to do remote work is a great help for spouses.

In this episode, Tasha and I talk about how her company helps entrepreneurs get the help they need. A few of her services include logistics, travel management, client liaison, email management, CRM management, scheduling/calendar, and social media. Most of the time, these activities will take up a lot of your time and not earn you any money. Therefore, it just makes sense to outsource them.

Tune in to hear all about how Tasha can help you do just that as you’re building and scaling your Encore Career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Tasha’s business-building journey.
  • How to set your prices.
  • How Tasha learned all of the tools she needed to use in her business.
  • How to figure out what you need help with in your business.
  • How to know when to delegate a task.
  • How to stay in communication with your outsource help without micromanaging them.
  • The benefits of having processes in your business.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out the Help On Deck website: https://www.helpondeck.net/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

Connect with Me:

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Please leave a Rating and Review:

Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today I’m talking with Dennis McIntee of the Leadership Development Group. Dennis and I met through Jonathan Milligan and his programs. Since then, I have enjoyed keeping up with Dennis and his projects.

Dennis literally wrote the book on drama-free teams. It is titled The 8 Qualities of Drama Free Teams: Do More. Stress Less. Zero Drama. He still does this kind of work today as he helps organizations and leaders eliminate the drama from work and get more results.

As I was developing my Encore Career, Dennis repeatedly asked me one question: “What is your fastest path to cash?” He told me that that was what I had to focus on as I built my business. This principle holds true for anyone creating an Encore Career.

In this episode, Dennis and I discuss the stories we tell ourselves. If you’ve ever felt like your thoughts or mindset were getting in your way, tune in. Dennis will encourage you and teach you some great insights on overcoming these obstacles of the mind.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How the stories we tell ourselves and others can help us or create unhelpful drama
  • Why believing that I or anyone else can help you is much less important than believing that you can do it
  • Why knowing who is more important than knowing how
  • Retirement means being “put out of use”
  • Why we should think of retirement as a time to “refire” and put our knowledge, skills, and experiences to use

Now, for some action steps:

  • Visit Dennis’ website: https://leadershipdevgroup.com/
  • Get Dennis’ book, The 8 Qualities of Drama Free Teams: https://www.amazon.com/Qualities-Drama-Free-Teams-Stress-ebook/dp/B00UXF5Q7E
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

Connect with Me:

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Please leave a Rating and Review:

Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

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Duane Zingale has made an interesting pivot in his life. He went from working in ministry to working in marketing. In making this transition, he looked deep inside his own life to build his understanding of how he wanted to do marketing.

Duane thinks in terms of movements and transformation. Marketing is not just about selling to him. As he works with and helps his clients market themselves, he brings them into something deeper: viewing marketing as a relationship.

In this episode, Duane joins us to talk more about this philosophy. He helps us understand some of the ways we can transform our mindset on marketing as well as some concrete steps that we can start taking today to improve our marketing. Throughout this process, we will transform our Encore Careers. Tune in to get started.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How Duane pivoted his life’s work from ministry to marketing
  • How he developed his marketing skills
  • How he brings empathy to marketing
  • Why marketing is not just automation
  • Why we should each seek to lead our own movement and how that connects to marketing
  • Duane’s LISTEN framework
  • How to build relationships through marketing and then funnel those relationships into automation
  • How working with small audiences can be rewarding
  • First steps for new entrepreneurs
  • Why you should just start even if you’re not perfect yet

Now, for some action steps:

  • Visit Duane’s website: https://www.duanezingale.com/show
  • Check out Marketing Your Movement: marketingyourmovement.com
  • Download the LISTEN Framework: listenframework.com
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

Connect with Me:

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Please leave a Rating and Review:

Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today I talk with Michele Nevarez. In our conversation, we discuss her recently published book, Beyond Emotional Intelligence: A Guide to Accessing Your Full Potential.

I’ve worked with Michele for several years and became a Certified Meta-Coach in emotional intelligence. It’s been both an honor and a privilege to learn and work with her and the entire team over at Beyondei.

Michele and Beyondei are committed to bringing emotional intelligence to life by transforming theory into meaningful action. Her book helps readers discover the hidden inner workings of their minds so they can break unhelpful habits and set themselves on the path to achieving their full potential.

Tune in to hear Michele’s incredible insights on these topics and learn how to access your full potential.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How Michele’s work and book can help people make the transition from corp leader/expert to consultant/entrepreneur.
  • The importance of always learning and having a “beginner’s mindset.”
  • What the first couple of self-discoveries we should work on are.
  • The new habits of action we need to develop as we start our Encore Careers.
  • The importance of our thinking.
  • How to talk about your complex value statement to your potential audience.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out the Beyondei website: https://beyondei.inc/
  • Learn more about Michele’s book: http://beyondei.inc/publications/#bei
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

Connect with Me:

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Please leave a Rating and Review:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, we are going to be talking with Dale Callahan. I’ve known Dale for several years. He is an entrepreneur who has served and coached many start-up businesses.

Dale is also a university faculty member at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He teaches engineering and leads the executive graduate program in Information Engineering and Management as well as the entrepreneurship program.

Dale’s passion is helping people who want to take responsibility for their lives and break out of the corporate rut. He comes alongside budding entrepreneurs who want to take back control of their time, money, and life by teaching them they are a company of one. This means that, instead of teaching people to just leave their day job, Dale maximizes the things we all want.

What is it that we all desire? Control of our time (personal freedom), control of our income (not being controlled by our pay grade and 3% raises), and control of our lives (getting back to being in control instead of being controlled by someone else’s arbitrary system).

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How to create a value proposition based on your expertise.
  • How, even in your current job, you might talk with your boss about the value he needs from you.
  • How to figure out the pain points you’ll solve when creating your new business.
  • The surprising thing that Dale discovered about Chick-Fil-A’s target customer.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Dale’s website and programs: http://www.dalecallahan.com/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

Connect with Me:

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, we are going to be talking with Paul Klein. I’ve known Paul and admired his work for several years. He is the kind of person who has unstoppable energy and enthusiasm for the work that he does.

As many of us remember, 2009 marked the peak of the recession. Layoffs were rampant and the economy was tanking. At this time, Paul had a family to support and a hefty mortgage to go along with it. However, it was at this exact time that he chose to leave a safe, secure, and successful 18-year career.

Even though he was at the top of his position, had no commute, and had full benefits, retirement, and a 6-figure salary, Paul left to start his own consulting business. Sure, he was experiencing a very successful career, but he felt unfulfilled and miserable and just couldn't take it anymore.

Following the principles of virtual mentors such as Dan Miller and others, he decided he had to create his own way. He made the decision to figure it out and quit relying on others. ​He didn't make excuses or blame his employer, the system, or others. He looked inward and said, "I am going to figure this out and make it work!" Tune in to hear all about his journey.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How Paul created three businesses after leaving his corporate career.
  • The mindset shifts he had to make when going from corporate to entrepreneur.
  • Why you shouldn’t think about getting paid hourly anymore once you go out on your own.
  • Why you should use price options.
  • Paul’s three tips for having pricing conversations with customers.
  • Why we should promote the benefits of our service to our potential clients.
  • His upcoming streaming service for entrepreneurs.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Head to Paul’s website and check out his programs: https://www.paulklein.net/
  • Look into BizableTV: https://bixel5.net/v1/t/c/44f50cf5-bdef-05da-ccb9-692b61cc3739/gm%3A2cdedbc9-ce48-4f35-9a7d-64d3aca9c15d/lrfriesth%40gmail.com/?https%3A%2F%2Fbizabletv.com=
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

Connect with Me:

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Please leave a Rating and Review:

Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today we are talking with Ernie Svenson. I met Ernie at a conference and have always been intrigued by how he developed his new business. He used to practice law the “traditional way,” handling complex business litigation cases. This meant he juggled countless boxes of paper organized by many team members.

He did this until he learned how to create a 100% paperless, highly automated law practice. This was a law practice that was financially rewarding and personally fulfilling. There was low overhead, low stress, and more freedom.

Now, Ernie helps lawyers who want to do the same for their practices. He found getting new clients easy and inexpensive; his main marketing tool was a simple website that cost less than $100. Additionally, because his overhead was ridiculously low, he was able to earn a good living without working crazy hours. Today we are talking with Ernie all about how he actually did this.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why working on your mindset is a critical first step.
  • Why you need to consider your business to be a knowledge factory.
  • Why being able to document your processes is critical to working with a team.
  • Why you shouldn’t chase technology changes.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Ernie’s website: https://ernietheattorney.net/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

Connect with Me:

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Please leave a Rating and Review:

Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.

If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, I’m talking with David Norris. David began his banking career in 1981. For the next 25 years, he helped his bank grow from a two-location company with $20 million in total assets to a bank with 35 locations in 24 communities and nearly $3 billion in total assets. It is now the 18th largest bank in Texas.

David was also the team lead on nine different bank mergers and acquisitions. Afterwards, he decided that it was time for him to pursue a new goal. Now, he provides transformational leadership coaching and development as a solo entrepreneur.

Before making this transition, David spent a couple of years preparing himself and helping the company prepare for his transition. To prepare himself, he studied many of the top authors in the leadership space and even got some certifications. One of David’s core principles is that it’s not just experience that develops a leader but “evaluated experience” through applied action. This is where his one-on-one coaching comes in.

Tune into this episode to hear more about David’s journey and learn from his insights on transformational leadership.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • David’s journey from a senior bank executive to creating his own business.
  • How he not only had to learn new things but also “unlearn” some other things.
  • Why you should seek out a “new room” of connections and colleagues.
  • How great coaches add value to their clients by providing them with the “truth.”
  • How attention to your calendar makes a big difference as a solopreneur.
  • Why David suggests that every leader carry two books with them.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Head to David’s website: http://davidnorrisleadership.com/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

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Today, we are going to be talking with Tony Saccardi. Tony worked at Fintech for more than 25 years as a consultant and technical director. For years, he loved his job. However, when he began falling into the trap of chronic stress, he knew he needed a change.

These days, Tony uses the tools and techniques from Emotional Intelligence and mindfulness to help people chip away at unhelpful habits. He also helps his clients peel off layer after layer of the limiting beliefs that are keeping them from being their authentic selves.

Tony’s goal is to help people find freedom from what’s holding them back and develop their own inner coach. The best possible outcome of his coaching would be his clients being set free to live a happy life with no regrets.

In this episode, Tony and I discuss how he transitioned from Fintech to his Encore Career in coaching. We also talk about the tools and methods he used to heal from his chronic stress and burnout. Listen in to hear more from the amazing insights of Tony Saccardi.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Tony’s journey from being an expert in the technology arena to coaching.
  • The pushback he has encountered in the business world when speaking about mindfulness.
  • How he developed his practice of mindfulness.
  • Why mindfulness doesn’t have to take tons of time.
  • How Tony helps leaders take mindfulness into action.
  • What to do if you’re facing chronic stress.
  • Some steps to consider when creating your Encore career.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz
  • Visit Tony’s website: mindfullink.com
  • Email Tony: tony@mindfullink.com

Connect with Me:

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, we are going to be talking with Curt Burnett. I have worked with Curt for many years and, more importantly, we have both been building our Encore Careers at about the same time.

Curt was the Enterprise Manager of Advanced Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering at John Deere for several years until he retired in November of 2016. Before retiring, however, he took up a special assignment as a Loan Executive. He spent three years starting the Quad Cities Manufacturing Innovation Hub. This opened many Encore Career doors for him.

Curt and I have many similarities but his career path has been different than mine in several ways as well. This illustrates the variety of things you might choose to do in your Encore Career.

In this episode, we discuss Curt’s path and the various things he did along the way to prepare for his Encore Career. Tune in to learn how to do the same for yourself.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Curt’s journey in creating his Encore Career.
  • Examples of how you can prepare for an Encore Career while still working.
  • How to invest in yourself.
  • The importance of creating new networks.
  • Where to find new projects and work in your Encore Career.
  • How to change your mindset on technology.
  • The changes Curt has personally noticed as he’s shifted from a corporate career to an independent career.
  • The importance of setting and clarifying your purpose.
  • How Boomers and Millennials have different perspectives on process and structure in work.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Connect with Curt on LinkedIn
  • Email Curt: curtis.burnett@outlook.com
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, we are going to be talking with Marc Miller. Marc literally wrote the book on Encore Careers! That book is called Repurpose Your Career: A Practical Guide for the 2nd Half of Life.

Marc comes from a varied and diverse background. He has pivoted multiple times in his career from being in IT to working as a network architect, training expert, and high school teacher. He even worked in non-profit fundraising at one point.

Now, Marc operates his business Career Pivot remotely and lives in Mexico. He started the company to help those in the 2nd half of life make meaningful career decisions. As he says: “We all want the freedom to work how you want to work when you want to work and working at something you love.”

Tune in as Marc shares both his experiences and what he has learned helping others make the pivot to an Encore Career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Marc’s journey creating a career for the 2nd half of his life.
  • Why he started his business.
  • Examples of people he has worked with.
  • Why it’s important and even beneficial to make mistakes.
  • What the first steps in creating your Encore Career are.
  • The technology you should learn when you start your Encore Career.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz
  • Visit Marc’s website
  • Get Marc’s book Repurpose Your Career
  • Listen to Marc’s podcast

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today we are going to be talking with Amy Nelson. Amy has been a coach for several years as well as a colleague and great friend of mine. We both enjoy working with local entrepreneurs to help them get started and grow their businesses.

In addition to her MBA, Amy has an advanced certification from the Life Mastery Institute. On top of that, she has over 20 years of business experience. This enables her to help others expand their results and increase their impact. Amy believes that in order to become an effective leader and coach, we have to focus on improving performance and developing our skills and habits. Her business combines her passion for personal development and business building, allowing her to do what she loves every day.

In this episode, Amy shares a variety of incredible insights from her extensive coaching experience. Throughout our conversation, we discuss how she started her coaching business, how she utilizes her skills from her previous business life in her coaching now, the ways she helps women specifically, and how she runs her business with minimal technology.

Amy also shares some ideas on how she helps high performers get even better. Tune in to learn more.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Amy’s journey to becoming an entrepreneur.
  • The steps she took to build her coaching business.
  • Why having a healthy mindset is so important when transitioning from a corporate career to entrepreneurship.
  • How mentors and peers can help us in our entrepreneurial journey.
  • Mental shifts that take place when we transition out of the corporate world.
  • Some of the tools Amy added to her toolkit as she started her business.
  • Why you should never let perfection be an obstacle to starting a business.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz
  • Email Amy: amycnelson2014@gmail.com

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today we are talking with Cory Peppler. Cory is a teacher, friend, and colleague. He has also had a great experience getting started in his Encore Career, something he did before even leaving his existing career.

In this episode, Cory and I discuss this journey. He explains how he went about starting his side business and the various tips and tricks he has for those of us wanting to do the same. Throughout the conversation, we get into many different facets of starting a business, from rethinking your resume to building your network.

If you’re nearing the end of your career and dream of starting an Encore Career, you won’t want to miss this conversation with Cory Peppler.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Cory’s background in education.
  • The side business activities he started doing while still working his full-time job.
  • How he organized his virtual summit.
  • The result of that virtual summit for his business.
  • The value of bringing a diverse group of experts together.
  • What Cory has learned about marketing by starting his Encore Career.
  • The importance of networking.
  • How to figure out what transferable skills you have.
  • Why we need to polish our resumes by completely rethinking them.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

  • Visit Cory’s website: https://corypeppler.com/
  • Email Cory: cory@corypeppler.com

Connect with Me:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

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If you want to get good at marketing, you must get to know your customer. Understanding who your ideal clients are, what they enjoy, what they do on a daily basis, and what their pain points are is the only way to attract them.

Today we have copywriting expert Marisa Shadrick on to teach us how to do this. Marisa has been a coach, colleague, and friend for several years. She comes from a business and ministry background and has developed a business around copywriting and coaching business owners.

Marisa has also been my coach during the last year. During that time, she has given me great insights and support.

In this episode, I talk with Marisa about her best copywriting tips and how to deeply learn about our customers. In our conversation, she shares a wealth of great insights for people developing Encore Careers. Tune in to hear them for yourself.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What Marisa learned in her transition to a personal business.
  • How she overcame her fear and insecurity.
  • How she has approached learning new skills like speaking and copywriting.
  • Why you should always be yourself.
  • Why it’s important to really get to know what your audience needs.
  • How to learn about your ideal client.
  • How to write for your audience.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Check out Marisa’s website: https://marisashadrick.com/
  • Join the waitlist for Marisa’s copywriting membership site: Copy Connection
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, we are talking with Jodie Vee. Jodie has been a friend and colleague of mine for several years. She is also a nutrition, wellness, and business coach.

Jodie comes from a business background, specifically in finance and accounting. However, she has now moved into helping women use nutrition and wellness through her new business called “AgingStrongLife.” On top of this, Jodie helps coach others who are building their personal brand businesses.

In this episode, we are talking about the process of becoming an entrepreneur. There are many distinct aspects in the transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship and Jodie has experienced them all firsthand. Jodie is also sharing some of her thoughts today on the value Silver Entrepreneurs bring to the workforce.

Jodie has provided me with many invaluable insights and support as we’ve worked together and I know she will do the same for you. Tune in to hear her wealth of great insights for people developing Encore Careers.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • All about Jodie’s personal brand.
  • What she learned in her transition to a personal business.
  • How she has approached learning the new technologies and skills that she needs.
  • How to utilize your current skills to serve others.
  • The three groups Jodie thinks every entrepreneur needs to be in.
  • What skills new entrepreneurs should learn.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Email Jodie: jodie@agingstronglife.com

Connect with Me:

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, we are going to be talking about some foundational ideas and activities for developing an Encore Career. I have applied all of these things in my own professional life and have found them to be incredible tools.

As I’ve talked about before, some of the key “perspectives” you need to adopt in an Encore Career are growth mindset, own your expertise, be an apprentice, develop your value proposition, and balance your human skills with your technical expertise. These are the things that will help you build a strong foundation for an Encore Career.

However, these aren’t perspectives you can just wake up one day and possess. There are certain ideas and activities you must take to develop them. I am sharing my top five of these ideas, activities, and experiences with you in this episode. Tune in to start building your foundation.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why you need to get coaching.
  • Why Masterminds and other peer groups are so beneficial.
  • Why you should join communities and which you could join.
  • The importance of conferences.
  • Examples of conferences you can attend.
  • When you should outsource work.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Take the quiz to start your journey on an Encore Career: https://7kvbirjj40d.typeform.com/to/KTf6RDmj
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Connect with Me:

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My Website and Podcast

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If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it.

I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, we are going to be talking with Geoff Kullman. Geoff is a direct response copywriter and brand strategist. He helps personal brand businesses build deep connections with their audience and launch significant digital businesses.

To do so, Geoff utilizes the latest in neuroscience, psychology, and influence. He then takes these concepts and uses them to write powerful emails, sales pages, and launch campaigns. Everything Geoff writes for his clients or helps them write provides amazing results. They convert like crazy.

In summary, Geoff helps personal brand businesses find their voice, discover their story, and declare their message to the world. Personally, he has provided me with invaluable insights in just the short time we’ve worked together.

Today, he is here to help all of you. In this episode, Geoff is sharing some great ideas for people developing Encore Careers to understand the story that they need to tell!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • More background of what Geoff does for and with his clients
  • Why it’s important to tell good stories
  • The elements of the “story” you need to tell
  • Mistakes Geoff has seen people make
  • The pieces of material you need to create first
  • How Geoff has worked with people beginning their Encore Careers

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Head to Geoff’s Website: https://geoffkullman.com/
  • Check out Geoff’s podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-psychology-of-copywriting/id1532090887

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today we are going to be talking with Michele Nevarez, the CEO of Goleman EI.

I’ve worked with Michele for several years and even became a Certified Meta-Coach in Emotional Intelligence. It’s been both an honor and a privilege to learn and work with her and the Goleman EI team.

The pandemic has created a unique set of circumstances inviting us each to examine how we’ve been living our lives.​  As we each attempt to strike a healthier balance between work and home, between our many responsibilities and cultivating our own mental and physical wellbeing, EI may be the very thing we need.

Michele and her colleagues can certainly help you in this area. They are truly committed to helping people become their best and most effective selves and bringing emotional intelligence to life by transforming theory into meaningful action.

Tune in to hear more from Michele on why we should all be developing Embodied Emotional Intelligence and how her course can transform your business and life.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why we need to create authority in our Encore Career.
  • The growing interest of many people to re-invent or re-launch themselves.
  • How emotional intelligence can help you improve your "know, like, and trust" factors.
  • How Michele’s program goes beyond simple awareness to creating action and new habits of thinking and action.
  • How the process for the course can help you leverage yourself.
  • What we have influence over.
  • Why the financial and time investment of this EI course is so worth it.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Explore the Goleman EI website: https://golemanei.com/
  • Consider the EI Master Class: https://golemanei.com/ei-masterclass-embodied-emotional-intelligence-2/
  • Preorder Michele’s upcoming book: https://www.amazon.com/Emotionally-Intelligent-Habits-Accessing-Potential/dp/111980020X

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, we are going to be talking with Chelsea Brinkley. I have known and admired Chelsea for several years now and she is a very smart and amazing person. Every day, she helps entrepreneurs and freelancers create efficient businesses so they can create the life they desire on their own terms.

In 2016, Chelsea and her husband made the decision to leave their corporate jobs and become full-time remote workers. They wanted the freedom to be able to travel often, work from wherever they were, and live where they wanted. They ultimately wanted to enjoy life and not have to wait for retirement to do all those things. Chelsea’s desire to create life on her own terms inspired what she does for other entrepreneurs now.

If you’re an entrepreneur who needs to get some systems and processes in place, has questions about how to work best with remote team members, or needs to delegate some work to a virtual executive assistant, today’s interview will be of great help to you. In this episode, Chelsea shares great ideas for people developing encore careers to get productive in a great way. She is a pleasure to know and work with and I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation with her!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How Chelsea helps people create processes.
  • The systems you need in your business.
  • What work a solo entrepreneur should consider outsourcing and to what kinds of team members.
  • Some of the experiences Chelsea has had when working remotely.
  • Any special things that she has noticed when working with "Silver Entrepreneurs."

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Learn more about and connect with Chelsea on her website: https://www.chelseabrinkley.com/

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In today's episode, I'm going to share some ideas on future proofing your career based on the book called Future Proof: Reinventing Work in The Age of Acceleration by Diana Wu David.

Although this holds true for anybody in today's world, this is especially true for silver entrepreneurs, those who are at their encore career. A huge part of future proofing your career is being able to invest in yourself and reinvent yourself at this time when everything is rapidly changing in our world.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The 4 steps you need to invest in yourself
  • 12 questions to ask yourself when future proofing your career

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

My website and podcast: Creating the Encore Career

Future Proof: Reinventing Work in the Age of Acceleration, Diana Wu David

Diana Wu David’s website

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career.

— Lynn


Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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The Baby Boomer total of the population is around 73 million and about 20 million are actively participating in the workforce.

My goal is to help you create a compelling future for yourself in an encore career. In today's episode, I will talk about five conversations you need to have when beginning your encore career.

Now, there are five conversations you need to have when beginning your encore career. It’s easy to say, but it can be very challenging. By learning these, you will get used to “selling yourself” in front of a safer crowd before you take your business public.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Conversation with Yourself
  • Conversation with Your Family
  • Conversation with Your Mentors/Peers
  • Conversation with Your Lawyer/Accountant
  • Conversation with Your Early Adopters

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Resources Mentioned:

Episodes #012: Why you Need to Be Having Great Conversations at Work

http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/012

Episodes #013: How to Get Better at Having Difficult Conversations

https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/013-how-to-get-better-at-having-difficult-conversations

Episode #29: Habits of Mind and Action

http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/29

Episode #62: Becoming a Silver Entrepreneur, Steps 1 and 2

http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/62

Episode #077: Finding Your Ideal Customer and Episode

http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/77

Episode #096 - Customer Discovery for an Encore Career

http://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/96

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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I started my podcast to help manufacturing leaders. My goal was to help them create a compelling future for themselves, their teams and organization. And so, I focused on leadership skills, organizational skills, learning, development and technology. While these are still issues, what I found is that the #1 issue is talent and workforce.

Many people are already working on bringing new talent into the workforce. And so, I decided to focus on the “experienced” workforce that is on the sidelines either by choice – or not by choice – who could provide the needed expertise and skills, especially for small and medium-sized companies.

In this 100th episode, we’ll talk about why I am pivoting my podcast to Creating Your Encore Career and Becoming a Silver Entrepreneur

  • Work Where You Want To
  • Work When You Want To
  • And Work At The Pace You Want To

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • 3 Reasons I’m Changing
  • 4 Actions That You Can Take to Succeed in an Encore Career

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Today, we are going to be talking with Rick Davis. Rick is a good friend, teacher, and self-proclaimed presentation specialist/playful otter. He helps people become engaging presenters who are prepped and ready for any occasion. Rick works with speakers, coaches, executives, sales professionals, and anyone with a desire to perform better whenever they are speaking in public or at private functions.

I know first-hand how Rick works and how great he is at what he does because he helped me prepare for my first webinar. Throughout this episode, we are going to pull back the curtain and show you how a webinar gets made. Rick is also going to explain how he guided me in building my story and skills to create my first webinar.

Whether you’re interested in hosting a webinar yourself or just want to see how the process works, tune in to hear my conversation with Rick.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • More about Rick and the work that he does.
  • The journey that Rick and I went on to build the webinar.
  • How he helped me use story for the presentation.
  • Focus on the audience (even when it’s virtual).
  • Some key networking tips.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Check out Davis Presentation Group: www.davispresentationgroup.com
  • Email Rick: rick@davispresentationgroup.com
  • Watch my recent webinar: https://friesth-manufacturing-consultant.lpages.co/webinar/

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— Lynn


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I’ve known and worked with Jonathan Milligan for several years. He has been a huge influence in the shaping of my Encore Career. I’ve relied on his knowledge and wisdom time and time again.

Jonathan’s book, Your Message Matters, is a great place to start if you’re crafting your Encore Career. In it, Jonathan overviews the four parts to understanding, believing, and applying the theme of the book: your message matters. In this episode, I’m overviewing those four parts in detail.

Join me and you’ll learn from Jonathan’s tremendous breadth and depth of knowledge and training and receive help with implementing what he shares in his book.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Part 1: Believe your message.
  • Part 2: Define your message.
  • Part 3: Market your message.
  • Part 4: Live your message.
  • A quick start to The Messenger Roadmap.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Check out Jonathan’s book and website: Market Your Message
  • Watch my recent webinar: https://friesth-manufacturing-consultant.lpages.co/webinar/

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Remote workers are usually presented with just two options: work from home or work from a coffee shop. Sometimes they get tired of being in their house all the time and they need to get out. However, they also crave a more professional environment than a coffee shop. This is where collaborative workspaces come in.

Amy Sivertsen is the co-owner of CoWorkQC, a shared workspace and thriving coworking community in downtown Davenport, Iowa. They exist to encourage productivity in work and life for small business owners, nonprofits, remote workers, and freelance creatives. CoWorkQC acts as that collaborative workspace entrepreneurs, creatives, solopreneurs, remote employees, and small teams desire so much. The members work on their own, yet together, in an open space ready for productivity, conversation, and collaboration.

In this episode, Amy and I are discussing co-working spaces and all the benefits of using one. Tune in to learn everything you need to know and discover why you should consider co-working spaces for your remote work.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Amy’s journey in starting CoWorkQC.
  • The benefits of co-working.
  • The variety of ways co-working spaces can be used.
  • The experiences of some of Amy’s clients.
  • How they’ve built a community with CoWorkQC.
  • What she would like to see for the future of co-working.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Check out the CoWorkQC website
  • Email Amy: amy@coworkqc.com
  • Watch my recent webinar: https://friesth-manufacturing-consultant.lpages.co/webinar/

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Today’s episode is all about doing customer discovery. If you’re not familiar with this concept, customer discovery is a subset of the business model generation process. It’s probably the most important piece of the lean startup puzzle.

Take it from the Startup Owner’s Manual itself: “The number one goal of customer discovery {is} turning the founders’ initial hypothesis about their market and customers into facts.”

Have you found a problem that a lot of people want you to solve (or a need they want you to fill)?

Does your solution compellingly solve their problem?

If not, you need to learn how to do customer discovery. On top of that, you have to get out of the building. You need to learn how to get to know and attract customers so that you can provide innovation and new products and services to them.

In this episode, we will develop your customer discovery plan. I’m going to frame it a little differently for those of you trying to apply this in your encore career. Tune in for some step-by-step ideas on how to get started.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Ideas from Talking to Humans by Giff Constable.
  • How to define your customer.
  • Deciding what you want to learn.
  • Developing your hypothesis.
  • How to find customers to interview.
  • How to conduct a successful interview.
  • How to make sense of what you learn.
  • Sample customer discovery questions.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Take a look at Talking to Humans: Success Starts with Understanding Your Customers: https://www.talkingtohumans.com/
  • Check out The Startup Owner’s Manual: https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Owners-Manual-Step-Step/dp/0984999302
  • Read “The Ultimate List of Customer Development Questions”: https://mfishbein.com/the-ultimate-list-of-customer-development-questions/

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Many of us have been unexpectedly thrust into remote work. There are those who love this change. Others, however, struggle working from home.

There are many challenges that come with remote work including feelings of isolation, lack of communication, and issues with technology. Particularly for those who are doing remote work in their Encore career, adjusting to working from home can be quite difficult.

So, in this episode, I am providing 15 things to consider when you’re doing remote work in your Encore career. These suggestions apply all across the board whether you’re struggling with deciding what devices to purchase or presenting yourself well on Zoom.

I hope these tips get you off to a great start and lead you to success as you navigate remote work.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Be easy to work with
  • Use YouTube
  • Headset and mic recommendations
  • Best practices for video calls
  • Utilize collaboration tools
  • Why you need great internet connection
  • How to save your computer’s memory
  • Acknowledge people
  • How to introduce yourself clearly
  • Find a tech mentor

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Watch my recent webinar: https://friesth-manufacturing-consultant.lpages.co/webinar/
  • Email me: lynn@lynnfriesth.com

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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We all know and understand that the COVID-19 pandemic changed everything. It changed the way we do work, where we do work, and most importantly who is in the workforce. As a result of these changes, many business owners and employees have had to rethink what work really means. Some who were planning on leaving the workforce soon have been forced to stay while others who were planning on working for years are now being forced to resign.

All of these changes led to me some deep reflection on the idea of the “encore career.” To combine my research with my years of experience, on June 9th I’m hosting a webinar called “4 Actions to Jumpstart Your Encore Career.” In the webinar, we’ll spend some time talking about practical steps to expand your possibilities and how to create your own “company of one.”

In this episode, I’m giving you a preview of the webinar. Tune in to learn more background information and an explanation of why it needs to be done.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why I’m doing this webinar
  • How technology is a double-edged sword
  • How the pandemic “whipsawed” the workforce
  • How people jumpstarting their encore career can fill the workforce gap
  • What my upcoming webinar will be like
  • How to create your “company of one”

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Sign up for the webinar: https://friesth-manufacturing-consultant.lpages.co/webinar/
  • Email me at lynn@lynnfriesth.com

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Leading the Factory Forward.

— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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As a leader, you must never become complacent. Rather, you should always be on a journey of growth and development. It is your responsibility to continue learning new skills for the rest of your career and even for the rest of your life.

The way to do this is by creating a personal learning plan. In this episode, I am teaching you how to do that.

Five books have helped me incredibly in creating this learning plan. They have not only increased my skill set but also taught me how to become a better learner. Today I am going to talk through the biggest lessons and applications from each of those books.

If you will take these concepts and put them into practice, you will begin to develop great new habits that will make you the best leader you have ever been and equip you to keep growing for the rest of your life.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How triggers, habits, and structures impact our leadership.
  • How habits shape us.
  • The 4 steps to implementing strong habits.
  • What deep work is.
  • The 10 principles of rapid skill acquisition.
  • How to make learning effortless.
  • Daily questions to ask yourself for personal growth.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Get Triggers by Marshall Goldsmith
  • Get Atomic Habits by James Clear
  • Get Deep Work by Cal Newport
  • Get The First 20 Hours by Josh Kaufman
  • Get Effortless by Greg McKeown
  • Join My Webinar on 11 Ways to 5x the Value of Your Leads

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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The pandemic caused complete disruption of the talent picture in the United States. In particular, the workforce in various demographics has shifted greatly. As a result, the landscape of talent is changing.

In this episode, we are discussing this change. We are getting into what the future talent landscape will look like, both from the perspective of small business owners and that of employees. To do so, we’re going to look at a few studies that have been done recently that help us understand all of these shifts and how they will affect us.

Tune in to be prepared and enlightened for the future of your career whether you’re an entrepreneur, corporate worker, or freelancer.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How the landscape for talent is changing.
  • What the on-demand workforce is.
  • The 3 types of talent.
  • Employee and business drivers for using the new talent landscape.
  • Challenges to the on-demand workforce.
  • What workforce ecosystems are.
  • Challenges to the workforce ecosystem.
  • What to do considering the future talent landscape.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Read the Harvard Business Review article: Rethinking the On-Demand Workforce
  • Read the MIT Sloan article: Workforce Ecosystems
  • Read the Deloitte article: Create Opportunity for and with the Workforce

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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While you may be a company of one, you still can’t do it all. Every one of us needs other people to come alongside us and help us throughout our entrepreneurial journey.

The Kaufman Foundation puts it this way: “Innovation thrives in dense networks.”

Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy emphasize “Who, Not How” in their new book.

Finally, my good friend Mike Kim always asks, “Who can I introduce you to?”

Truly, it is the teachers, peers, partners, customers, and community in our lives that get us where we want to go. These people are our network.

In this episode, I am explaining what exactly it is that we need to do to get beyond trying to do everything ourselves. I am talking all about how to connect with the people who will help you. Tune in to learn more about why connections are so important and the different categories of them that you should seek out as a solopreneur.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Know the basics, but stick with your “genius.”
  • The value of loose connections or friends of friends.
  • Be intentional but be open to serendipity.
  • Some examples of my connections.
  • Why you should always have the mindset of, “How can I help?”
  • The importance of always giving value first.
  • How to map out your connections.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Check out: "Who, Not How" by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy
  • Visit the Kauffman Foundation's website to learn more about ecosystems

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Today, we are revisiting the concept of emotional intelligence and the entrepreneur.

Whether you’re on your own in business, leading a small to mid-sized company, or operating as a leader in any capacity, emotional intelligence plays a role in your life. In this episode, I will be discussing exactly how it impacts you as a leader.

However, there are also various challenges for corporations regarding emotional intelligence. Some roadblocks get in leaders’ ways when they are trying to practice this most important idea.

Tune in to hear it all: what emotional intelligence really means, the qualities of an emotionally intelligent person, and how to develop it in your leadership.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The emotional intelligence challenges facing corporations.
  • The 6 competencies of emotional intelligence.
  • Why these competencies are important to entrepreneurs.
  • How to respond to people who don’t share your values.
  • Good questions to ask yourself for self-reflection.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Check out the Goleman EI Emotional Intelligence Training and Coaching: https://golemanei.com/

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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The key to success is taking charge. Whether you’re an entrepreneur or an employee, you have to take full responsibility for everything you think, say, and do. That is the only way to show up, step up, and live up to this one-and-only life you’ve been given.

I'm honored to have my friend Ann Vertel on the show today to talk more about this. Ann is a motivational psychologist, retired Naval Officer, and high-performance speaker, trainer, coach, and consultant.

After retiring from a 20-year career in the military and getting a doctorate in psychology, Ann began coaching women leaders in high-performance skills. From there, she fell in love with watching women transform and succeed.

In this episode, Ann and I are discussing her transition to her new career. She helps us understand the changes she had to make in both her mindset and skills.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The mindset changes Ann made when going from the military to the coaching industry.
  • The mindset changes women, in particular, have to make when transitioning out of the corporate world.
  • How Ann explained her value to others when she first started coaching.
  • How her listening skills have developed.
  • The importance of personal leadership.
  • Other skills Ann has developed since starting her business.
  • The people that helped her through her transition.
  • Why community and collaboration are so important and powerful.
  • Why you should only work with those who have the same values as you.
  • How Ann structures her days as an entrepreneur.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Visit Ann’s website: https://www.annvertel.com/
  • Listen to Ann’s podcast: https://www.annvertel.com/podcast
  • Check out American Women in Business: https://www.americanwomeninbusiness.com/

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Most businesses operate at the expense of the owner’s sanity. Entrepreneurs burn themselves out because they try to do it all.

What’s the solution to this problem? Build teams you can trust.

This is something that Trivinia Barber experienced firsthand. As a result, in 2012 she founded her company, Priority VA, which is now one of the world’s leading virtual staffing agencies. Trivinia is now a real-world business development pro who helps entrepreneurs scale their businesses, sharpen their leadership, and build great teams. She also hosts her own top-ranked podcast, Diary Of A Doer.

In this episode, I’ll be talking with Trivinia about her transition to entrepreneurship and exactly how her business helps other entrepreneurs.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What mindset changes Trivinia needed to make when she became an entrepreneur
  • How to determine how your expertise fits customers’ needs
  • What skills are important to develop when becoming an entrepreneur
  • The people that helped Trivinia on her journey
  • How to develop the necessary skills when becoming an entrepreneur
  • How to know when to outsource a skill instead of trying to learn it yourself

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Check out Trivinia’s podcast: Diary of a Doer
  • Learn more about Trivinia’s Virtual Assistant Company: Priority VA
  • Purchase Trivinia’s book recommendation: Profit First
  • Try 4 Square Breathing

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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This episode is a little different. It’s not about running your business, but about how to make a transition.

Joining us to discuss this is Dan Allen. Dan had a wide-ranging career from which he retired last January. He is experienced in Human Resources, Labor Relations, partnering with senior leaders, collective bargaining, and supporting both manufacturing and admin/professional employee groups. Throughout his career, Dan was a strong leader.

Dan also recently posted a summary on LinkedIn of his observations on his first year of retirement. Because that was such a significant transition for him, he has a lot of wisdom to share on seasons of transition. In this episode, he is sharing his perspective on preparing for and transitioning into the next chapter of life.

Whether you’re transitioning to retirement or something else, today’s show is for you. Tune in to hear and learn from Dan Allen.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How COVID changed Dan’s retirement transition
  • What he has noticed about transitioning to retirement
  • What he now thinks is important to consider before retirement
  • Ideas that he has on designing life in retirement
  • The technology that helped him adjust to retirement

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Connect with Dan on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-allen-b7419858
  • Read Dan’s post on retirement on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/daniel-allen-b7419858_retirement-reflections-ugcPost-6771793112139395073-DsCI

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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Michael Simmons is an author who has done extensive research on the topic of accelerated change in the workplace. He studied the work of 10 different authors who had written on this issue of the acceleration of digital capitalism and the acceleration of time. Simmons spent over 100 hours reading these top 10 books and articles and provided a summary of all of them in his own article.

In this episode, we are talking all about that article. We are discussing the conclusions Simmons came to after his research. I hope that this discussion will give all of us a feel for what we're looking at as leaders, as silver entrepreneurs, and as business leaders in the time to come.

Tune in to hear the 6 main ideas of Simmon’s article and how they apply to you.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Time is accelerating because of The Red Queen Effect
  • The coming acceleration shock
  • Introducing The 10-Year Rule
  • How to prepare for the coming acceleration shock
  • What we can do about time acceleration in our careers
  • The 5-Hour Rule: the antidote to the exploding pace of modern life

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Read Simmon’s article: Google Director Of Engineering: This is how fast the world will change in ten years

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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The pandemic has affected each of us. The impact has been felt differently depending on our place in life, but nobody has emerged unscathed. One segment of the population that has been especially burdened is working moms. Working from home, virtual learning, and continuing motherly duties have made the past year extremely hard for these women.

In this episode, I am talking with Linda Wilson about this issue. Linda was head of global manager development at John Deere from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, she specialized in leading and teaching change management. These days, Linda is pursuing a Master’s degree with Kansas State, giving her an amazing breadth and depth of skills and knowledge.

Today we are talking more about the issue working moms have faced during the pandemic. We’re also discussing the impact of that issue and possible solutions. If you want to help working moms and don’t want to see a workforce that’s bleached of women, tune in to this episode.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Stories of working moms who have struggled during the pandemic.
  • Key things women have faced during the transition to working from home.
  • Why it’s been especially hard for moms of special needs children.
  • The impact of this on the workforce.
  • Why women are feeling torn between their family responsibilities and their careers.
  • 4 potential solutions to this issue and ways you can help working moms.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Connect with Linda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilsonlindam/
  • Check out Linda’s recommended resources:

  • Dear HBR Podcast "Covid and Kids"

  • "Double Duty Takes a Toll on Working Mothers." HR Magazine, December 2020
  • "Nearly Half of Men Say They Do Most of the Home Schooling. 3 Percent of Women Agree." New York Times
  • "The Production of Inequality: The Gender Division of Labor Across the Transition to Parenthood" Journal of Marriage and Family
  • "Housework: Who Did, Does or Will Do It, and How Much Does It Matter?" Social forces, 2012-09-01, Vol.91

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— Lynn


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A big part of leadership is coaching. As a leader, you are likely going to coach others and be coached yourself. An important key to coaching is having good listening skills. This skill will not only help you through challenging conversations you are bound to have but will also contribute to your success as a leader in general.

I’m so excited to discuss all of this today with Michelle Luebke.

Michelle is the founder of Highlight HR Consulting. She has over 20 years of experience in all aspects of HR, including HR process design and implementation, coaching at all levels of management, global HR management, and compliance. Prior to the consulting business, Michelle worked in a variety of HR roles at John Deere, most recently as the HR Operations Lead for the U.S. Agriculture and Turf Division.

Tune in to learn all about coaching and listening from a woman with an amazing breadth and depth of skills and knowledge.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why coaching is valuable to leaders.
  • How coaches can help us strengthen our gaps.
  • The best coaching rhythm.
  • How to improve your listening skills.
  • Mindsets to adopt to prepare for challenging conversations.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Connect with Michelle:

  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-luebke-2a1a61158/
  • Highlight HR Consulting: https://www.highlighthrconsulting.com/

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— Lynn


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There is a crisis in the manufacturing workforce. To put it simply, there just aren’t enough workers to meet the workforce demands. Across the country, unemployment is high, and yet there are more than enough jobs in manufacturing--just not enough people.

This is the topic we are discussing in today’s episode. We are diving deep into both the causes and effects of this manufacturing workforce crisis. We are also discussing solutions for those of you who work in this industry and are desperate to find employees to help lighten the load.

This is a difficult and complex problem that’s not going away, so tune in to learn some ideas for getting the workforce and talent that you need.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The challenge behind the manufacturing workforce crisis.
  • Where to look for new talent.
  • What to look for when you are hiring.
  • How to retain the workers you hire and already have.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

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— Lynn


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Throughout our lives, we will enter seasons of increased responsibility. In these new seasons, we may be expected to be stronger leaders or to take greater initiative for making change happen. Maybe you’ve recently entered a new company or department, moved into a new role within your company, or the expectations for your existing position were updated.

In this episode, I’m talking about this with Heather Honig-Schwenneker. I have worked with Heather for many years. She is a true expert in her field. She integrates data from different sources, then uses that data to help individuals and teams see meaningful patterns and become inspired to act.

If you’re in a situation where your responsibility for leading change has increased, tune in. Heather and I are sharing the best tips and considerations for those who are in this season of life so that you can become proficient in leading change.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How to get more comfortable with change.
  • Connecting changes you’re introducing to the current state of things.
  • How to present yourself when you’re new to a role, department, or company.
  • How to manage people who are leading change.
  • The importance of becoming a mentor.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Connect with Heather:

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The current workforce is becoming more automated than ever. Jobs that were once done manually can now be done by robots. That trend will only continue to grow in the years to come. So, with that on the horizon, why are Boomers vital to the future of work? What value do they bring right now?

When workers retire, we often ignore them as part of the workforce. However, they have skills based on their diverse and long experience. Boomers in particular have seen a lot of history. They can sense new patterns, know how to work around problems, and are skilled at working with people.

Being a Boomer myself, I’ve wrestled with the question of whether or not we matter to the future of work and realized that we will be a vital piece of it. In this episode, I explain the 4 main ideas of why this is true.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Demographics
  • Technology changes
  • The experience that Boomers bring to the workforce
  • A little bit about the future of work

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Check out these resources: 100 Year Life
  • Work Disrupted
  • McKinsey: The Future of Work
  • Deloitte: The Future of Work

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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We’ve all attended a presentation only to leave and immediately forget everything we’d learned. Why does this happen? Likely, the presenter wasn’t interactive, didn’t make the presentation fun for everyone, and didn’t tell stories. These common mistakes make the audience bored and unlikely to retain any information.

On the other hand, when presenters connect to the right energy, connect with their audiences, and really perform their presentations, the impact is amazing. Both the presenter and the audience members enjoy themselves and are left with a powerful takeaway.

In this episode, I am talking with Rick Davis of the Davis Presentation Group about more strategies for giving effective presentations.

Rick can help you find ways to CONNECT to positive sources, PLAY with ideas and interests that energize you and make you come alive, and PERFORM in the role you were always meant to portray.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The lessons Rick learned as he built his business and began helping people with presentations.
  • First steps to becoming a better presenter.
  • The typical mistakes presenters make.
  • How many points a presentation should have.
  • How to utilize stories well in presentations.
  • Taking the time to rehearse and develop our presentations.
  • The impact of being more intentional about our presentations.
  • General presentation formats you can use.
  • The benefit of pauses while presenting.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Email Rick at rick@davispresentationgroup.com with the subject line “Lynn sent me.” The first 20 listeners to do so will get a 30-minute call with Rick to work on their presentation skills.
  • Find out more about Rick’s services: https://davispresentationgroup.com/
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

Rick’s website: https://davispresentationgroup.com/

Rick’s email: rick@davispresentationgroup.com

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— Lynn


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Is your business growing in a way that easy tasks you used to do now feel like more of a chore? And you feel like you can’t trust to hire anyone because you’re the only one who knows how to do it. Or you probably are the only one at your company.

Sooner or later, you know you have to offload some of the work that’s been taking up most of your time and energy. You might not necessarily need a full-time person for your admin, payroll, or HR-related stuff, but you do need someone you can trust when the need arises.

In this episode, I will be talking with Melissa Pepper of Total Solutions, a company that specializes in providing HR, Payroll, Accounting, IT, and Professional Employer Organization services to small-medium-sized businesses in the Quad Cities area.

Indeed, there’s a way to be efficient with your resources so you can focus on the more important part of your business – taking care of your customers!

We'll dive deeper into these topics:

  • The different services Total Solutions offer
  • What they serve and who they serve
  • Some success factors
  • Future services they might provide to their customers
  • Lead(h)er, a non-profit organization for women

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

www.leadherqc.org

Total Solutions:

https://www.totalsolutionsus.com/

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— Lynn


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As leaders, the way we communicate with our customers and employees has changed over the past year. How do you then make sure you’re able to get the right message across to the right audience at the right time?

In this episode, we will be talking with Russ Walker, a communications expert who has spent over 30 years of communications experience with Fortune top-100 firms. He provided leadership in corporate communications, executive communications, business communications, acquisitions and integration support, sustainability, public relations and crisis management, and marketing communications.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What has happened in the business leader’s communication over the last year?
  • What should leaders be doing now to better position their companies for the coming year?
  • Clarifying your business purpose and developing a narrative around how your business is addressing sustainability
  • Who do you need to be talking to in terms of current employees, suppliers, future talent, local community leaders

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

RussWalkerComm@gmail.com

Russ on LinkedIn

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— Lynn


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Whether you’re leading a manufacturing business or you’re a silver entrepreneur, it’s important to be clear on who you’re selling your products, services, or ideas to – literally. You can’t sell to just anyone and everyone. In the end, organizations don’t buy from you, but people do.

Today, I’m going to discuss some simple steps to help you create your customer avatar as well as a quick review of value propositions. By having a clear picture of who your ideal customer is, it will be much easier for you to define your value proposition as they’re both interwoven.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • In review: Developing Your Value Proposition
  • The 5 elements in creating your customer avatar:
    • Goals and Values
    • Sources of Information
    • Demographic Information
    • Challenges and Pain Points
    • Objections and Roles
  • Building multiple avatars

Now, for some action steps:

  • Revisit our previous episode on Value Proposition: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1/21
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

How to Make a Customer Avatar in Five Easy Steps: https://www.digitalmarketer.com/blog/customer-avatar-worksheet/

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What is the future of manufacturing? Think about mass customization, product and process optimization, as well as finished goods such as phone covers, dental aligners, clothing, shoes, and whatnot. Joining me today is Chris Hill as we talk about Additive Manufacturing.

Chris is the Technology Assistance Program (TAP) Director at The Center for Industrial Research and Service. (CIRAS) is part of the College of Engineering and the Office of Economic Development and Industry Relations (EDIR) at Iowa State University.

Chris has worked with manufacturing companies for more than 26 years. He has held a variety of manufacturing, purchasing, quality, engineering project, and program management roles for both domestic and international projects. Chris leads serious efforts in building technical skills and deploying advanced manufacturing technology in Iowa manufacturers.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why is it a useful tool in the toolbox?
  • What are some typical applications and non-typical applications?
  • How have Iowa companies benefited from using AM?
  • What might the future hold for AM technologies?
  • Scale Models

Other Services from CIRAS

  • Scanning Service
  • AR/VR
  • Automation/ Cobots
  • AGV - Rumba

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

Chris H. Hill

Technology Program Director

Email: chhill@iastate.edu

The Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS):

https://www.ciras.iastate.edu/

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I'm honored today to be talking with Lee Cockrell about creating Disney magic for your organization. Lee Cockerell is the former Executive Vice President of Operations for the Walt Disney World® Resort. As the Senior Operating Executive for ten years, Lee led a team of 40,000 Cast Members and was responsible for the operations of 20 resort hotels, 4 theme parks, 2 water parks, a shopping & entertainment village, and the ESPN sports and recreation complex in addition to the ancillary operations which supported the number one vacation destination in the world.

One of Lee’s major and lasting legacies was the creation of Disney Great Leader Strategies which was used to train and develop the 7,000 leaders at Walt Disney World. Lee has held various executive positions in the hospitality and entertainment business with Hilton Hotels for 8 years and the Marriott Corporation for 17 years before joining Disney.

Lee has also launched the Cockerell Academy designed to fill in the blanks and give you the tools you need to focus on being the kind of leader people admire, doing the right things to manage your organization, and serving people in a way to set you apart.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Some mindset changes between the corporate life and independent work
  • Crafting your value proposition as an independent practitioner
  • How to seek out your early clients/customers?
  • Thoughts on Leadership

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

Lee Cockerell’s website: https://www.leecockerell.com/

The Cockerell Academy: https://www.cockerellacademy.com/

Lee’s latest books:

Creating Magic: 10 Common Sense Leadership Strategies from a Life at Disney

Time Management Magic: How to Get More Done Every Day and Move from Surviving to Thriving

Career Magic: How To Stay On Track To Achieve A Stellar Career

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— Lynn


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Start your year right as I’m sharing some ideas that I have found about getting off to a great start in 2021. Specifically, I’m sharing key insights from these four different teachers and authors and which I've always found useful:

  • Jonathan Milligan - Your Message Matters
  • Paul Axtell - Meetings Matter
  • Marshall Goldsmith - Triggers
  • James Clear - Atomic Habits

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Settings goals in 90-day periods and listing your roadblocks
  • Looking at each area of your life where it makes sense to dream
  • Changing your behavior based on identity-based habits
  • 6 active questions you can ask yourself every day to help you change your behaviors

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

Jonathan Milligan - Your Message Matters

Paul Axtell - Meetings Matter, 8 Powerful Strategies for Remarkable Conversations

Paul Axtell - Ten Powerful Things to Say to Your Kids

Marshall Goldsmith - Triggers

James Clear - Atomic Habits

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— Lynn


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After a fulfilling and exciting 26-year career at the Walt Disney Company, working 19 different jobs (including Vice-President of the Magic Kingdom), Dan Cockerell decided it was time for his next life change. He and his wife, Valerie started their own consulting and speaking business. Today, Dan talks about his journey after Disney – not without challenges, yet the ability to share his expertise and bring value is magical!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Dan’s journey starting his business
  • The difference between corporate life and independent work
  • The mindset an entrepreneur needs
  • How Dan does Customer Discovery

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Connect with Dan Cockerell:

Dan Cockerell’s email: Dan@Cockerellconsulting.com

Cockerell Consulting Group

Dan’s book: How’s the Culture in Your Kingdom?

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— Lynn


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What better way to end this year than an honest self-reflection so we’re ready to move forward in 2021. In this episode, I’ll be sharing some reflections on my journey in 2020. I'm going to answer a series of questions, which I got from the newsletter of a well-known author and business development person, Pamela Slim.

Here are the questions I’ve asked myself at this end of the year:

  1. What things did I do this year?
  2. What new skills or abilities did I learn from these new things?
  3. What lessons did I gain from any spectacular failures or hard times?
  4. What am I really proud of in 2020?
  5. Which of these new things do I want to bring forward into my work in 2021?

We'll also dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The power of journaling
  • My 3 Themes for 2021

Now, for some action steps:

  • Take your time to answer the above questions as well, and hopefully, through this exercise, you gain more clarity around some aspects of your work and your life.
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

Pamela Slim’s website: https://pamelaslim.com/

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— Lynn


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I am delighted to have Kurt Heiar, Associate Professor and Director of the University of Iowa Statewide Venture School Program. He will share his insights from helping hundreds of entrepreneurs develop their dreams. He works with 7 different locations in the state of Iowa with many people exploring startups in each location. Kurt has led 5 startups himself and is currently the CEO of a startup in addition to his other duties.

The University of Iowa Statewide Venture School Program is a seven-week program for Iowan citizens that helps them understand what it means to take an idea from just an idea and turn it into an opportunity, or at least assess if there's an opportunity attached to it. There are now close to 700 individuals who have graduated from this program over the last six years representing over 400 startup, early-stage companies, and in some cases, existing companies wanting to become more entrepreneurial.

In this episode we’ll cover:

  • Kurt’s experience with Startups
  • The entrepreneur’s journey
  • The mindset an entrepreneur needs
  • A little bit about doing customer discovery

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Connect with Kurt Heiar

Email: kurt-heiar@uiowa.edu

University of Iowa’s Venture School for Startups

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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When a person brings a problem to us, the first instinct is we default to solving problems and providing answers. But a better move is to help people think through the problem. And this is essentially what coaching is all about.

In this episode, we have executive coaches Lori Glander and Rena Gainey as they walk us through the process of the Simple Coaching Model.

As a leader, coaching is an important skill set to transfer into your organization. You wouldn't want to do this in every situation. But it’s an available tactic you can use in many situations within your organization.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What coaching is and how it is different from giving direction or advice.
  • It is accessible to anyone.
  • A demonstration of the “Simple Coaching Process” (I actually made progress on a goal of mine during this coaching conversation)

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • The Simple Coaching Process that you can use right away!

Rena’s Contact information

Renagainey.com

arise2LEAD.com

rgainey425@gmail.com

Lori’s Contact information:

linkedin.com/in/lori-glander-70056228

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— Lynn


EPISODE CREDITS:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Today, let’s talk about podcast magic and how silver entrepreneurs can leverage podcasting to showcase what they do. And if you've had a 26-year corporate career, you don't even know how to start, where to go, what program to use, or how to go about it. You could learn all those skills and be mediocre at them. Or you can get the resources you need so you can stick with what you do best and not get sidetracked. This is where Jody Maberry comes in.

Podcasts are a great way to make people feel like you have a relationship with them because they know you're going to show up and you're going to talk to them about something. In this episode, we cover some of Jody’s work and his journey. He shares his insights from his work with helping other entrepreneurs share their expertise and wisdom.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • 66% of people who think about doing something like a podcast have not done it yet
  • The mindset of an entrepreneur
  • How to craft your value proposition using a podcast
  • The value of a co-host
  • Getting comfortable with the technology
  • Other podcasting specifics like the schedule and show length

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Download Jody’s Podcast Magic on his website. It’s a guide that will give you all the steps you need to spark your ideas on how to get started with podcasting.

Connect with Jody:

Jody’s Website: https://jodymaberry.com/

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I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Leading the Factory Forward.

— Lynn


EPISODE CREDITS:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In today’s episode, Jeff Allspaugh, the Regional Manager of IMEC (Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center), shares his insights into the current trends in manufacturing, specifically in Illinois.

In 2019, IMEC communicated with thousands of Illinois manufacturers, assisting over 800 companies with a thousand value-added projects and saving or creating 4,600 jobs with over 1.2 million in average new and retained sales per project. There was an average $19 to $1 return on investment, which means for every dollar invested they got $19. They have $436 million in aggregate impact to the Illinois economy from their work in 2019 and about $5 billion aggregate impact with their work since 2000.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Who is IMEC? - mission, staff, expertise, areas of assistance, and partnership
  • What trends are they seeing?
  • Needs assessment in four buckets: urgent, immediate, in the next 6 months and 12 months
  • What initiatives are available to Illinois manufacturers?

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Connect with Jeff Allspaugh

Jeff Allspaugh

Regional Manager

IMEC

Email: jallspaugh@imec.org

Mobile: 815-441-7746

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffallspaugh/

IMEC website www.imec.org

AMTS Assessment -Apply to be on the Cutting-Edge of Advanced Manufacturing Technology Services (AMTS) to Solve Productivity and Innovation Challenges with this Fully Funded Opportunity https://www.imec.org/showcasemanufacturer/

Organizational Needs Assessment- https://www.imec.org/crains/

Import/Substitution (Reshoring Effort). https://www.imec.org/importsubstitution/

National MEP Site https://www.nist.gov/mep

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How do you optimize labor hours and avoid big cost downtimes? Today, Conor Flaherty is sharing his insights into developing predictive maintenance programs to both minimize costs and to create more output.

Conor runs Reliability & Predictive Maintenance Services. They're a division of one of the largest Shell distributors in the country. They offer reliability and predictive maintenance technologies. Even going further than that, they go to the proactive side of getting beyond these predictive technologies.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Vibration analysis
  • Thermography
  • Oil analysis
  • Leak detection
  • Your first steps in creating a program to upscale your maintenance activities

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Connect with Conor Flaherty:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-flaherty-7295884/

ww.rilcoinc.com

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In this episode, I’m talking with Mandy Parchert. She is a workforce development partner at HNI Corporation in Muscatine, Iowa. She has led a community effort to work on building the future manufacturing workforce in our local area.

Mandy works with anyone from K through 12, to community members, politicians, and just about anyone necessary to increase awareness about the careers available in the manufacturing industry as well as how to develop the talent today that we need in the future, specific to the manufacturing industry.

Let’s move on as Mandy shares her insights into developing our future manufacturing talent!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • More about Mandy and the HNI Corporation
  • The problems both companies and students face
  • What are Sector Boards?
  • Workforce Development in Iowa and in Manufacturing
  • Strategic Solutions: High School Registered Apprenticeships

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Connect with Many Parchert

Email: ParchertM@honcompany.com

Eastern Iowa, Western Illinois - Advanced Manufacturing Sector Board

http://www.regionalsectorboards.org/advanced-manufacturing.php

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

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One of the least favorite things in a manufacturing organization is to look for a certain stock you can't find. What would you do to eradicate that pain point? In this episode, I am going to be talking with Jaimy Szymanski about the findings she’s seeing in the Internet of Things and how manufacturing leaders can get started.

Jaimy is an industry analyst and a founding partner of Kaleido Insights, a platform that focuses on the impact of technology on customer experience (CX) and digital transformation. She advises digital leaders and change agents in managing digital transformation and innovation efforts to reach evolving consumers and employees.

Your success is driven by what your processes are. At the end of the day, it's not about the technology you’re using, it's about where you want to get better.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Trends in sensors, drones, and augmented reality
  • What is blockchain technology?
  • What are the implications and opportunities for 5G
  • How these technologies relate to manufacturers
  • Some ideas on how to begin your journey

Some thoughts for you as a leader:

  • Focus on what makes you unique and how technology can make you faster, more efficient, more productive, and generate more revenue.
  • Focus on all those used cases that will help you really prove your value to customers and how you can compete with some of these other technology giants that are trying to get a lot of the share too.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Connect with Jaimy:

Website: https://www.kaleidoinsights.com/

Email: Jaimy@kaleidoinsights.com

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— Lynn

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In this episode, I am talking with Jonathan Milligan about his new book, Your Message Matters, How to Rise Above the Noise and Get Paid for What You Know.

Jonathan Milligan is an author, blogger, speaker, and online business coach. He has spent the last decade guiding and directing creative professionals on how to pursue meaningful work.

In his book, Jonathan gives you a simple four-step framework to rise above the noise and build a real business. He shows you how to believe, define, craft, and market your message so that you can fulfill your unique purpose in this life. This can be your go-to guide for living your dreams and impacting the world for good.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Jonathan’s journey and how that brought him to write the book
  • The pulling and pushing factors in our careers
  • The power of a Messenger Manifesto
  • How to define your gift
  • How to market your message
  • The 4 keystone habits of marketing your message
  • The importance of living your message, educating heads, and empowering hands

Some thoughts for you as a leader:

  • Your message comes down to purpose, people, and passion.
  • Once you find your gift, you will naturally gravitate towards that unique gift without even realizing you’re doing it.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Get a free copy of the book and just pay for the shipping. Here is my affiliate link for the book: http://go.marketyourmessage.com/freebook?affiliate_id=2776479&aff_sub=&aff_sub2=&nopopup=false&noautoplay=false&cookiepreview=false
  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

Jonathan’s website: https://www.jonathanmilligan.com/

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In this episode, DisruptHR CEO Jennifer McClure talks about personal branding and how you can effectively use your LinkedIn profile to build your brand.

Jennifer has been a featured speaker at over 350 HR events both in the U.S. and around the globe. She has been sharing her knowledge on the Future of Work, Talent Strategies, and Developing High Impact Leadership.

With her knowledge on both sides of the hiring and talent development process, she will share her journey, some key ideas to consider when developing your brand, and how you can most effectively share your story in today’s marketplace.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Her journey and how that might give you some ideas
  • Her thoughts on using LinkedIn
  • Some ideas on the modern resume
  • How to build your network

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

Jennifer McClure’s website: https://jennifermcclure.net

Jennifer’s blog (where you can find a resource on branding): https://jennifermcclure.net/blog/

DisruptHR’s website: https://disrupthr.co/

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Whether you’re retiring or you’re looking for your next step – but you just don’t know where to put your expertise to use, there’s still a lot you can do to make an impact in our society.

There are talent gaps out there. Companies are still short of talent. They're puzzled about where they can find new talent in areas where they need to help people build their skills. So where can they get these talents from?

The Silver Entrepreneur comes with experience, talent, and expertise that can help these companies with their needs. In this episode, I'm going to talk about the first steps you can take in becoming a Silver Entrepreneur.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why we need silver entrepreneurs
  • Who are the silver entrepreneurs and what do they bring to the table?
  • How silver entrepreneurs can do the work they want to do
  • The first steps in becoming a Silver Entrepreneur

Some thoughts for you as a leader:

  • Think about your expertise and interests: How do you really want to serve people?
  • Discover your value proposition.
  • Tap into the power of customer discovery.

Connect with Me:

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Book Resources:

Company of One by Paul Jarvis

https://www.amazon.com/Company-One-Staying-Small-Business/dp/1328972356

The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks

https://www.amazon.com/The-Big-Leap-Gay-Hendricks-audiobook/dp/B00282MRQI

Value Proposition Design by Alexander Osterwalder

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06X429CJH/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1

Talking to Humans by Giff Constable

https://www.amazon.com/Talking-Humans-Success-understanding-customers-ebook/dp/B00NSUEUL4

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In this episode, Paula Sparks talks about Leadership. She has a rich history of developing leaders and teams at all levels and helping them understand and shape organizational cultures.

Today, Paula shares her perspectives on leadership and how it affects small- to medium-sized leaders and leaders of any type. In her 40-year experience, Paula had seen a lot of mistakes in organizational culture and organizational leadership. She’s going to discuss them today so you can avoid those in your organization and figure out ways to shift your leadership style to a whole new level.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Common mistakes within workplace environments today
  • A new perspective on metrics, specifically, people metrics
  • Culture as a set of conversations
  • Why curiosity is critical in taking on a new role
  • Understanding your leadership style and how that fits into other cultures
  • Real metrics for a meeting

Resources:

Paula Sparks

Morning Mist Production

http://morningmistproduction.com/

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Why is mindset important?

Mindset is the linchpin that creates the foundation for your progress and success. Therefore, the kind of viewpoints or perspectives that you bring to your work – and your life – make all the difference in what you can accomplish and create.

In this episode, I am talking about how you, as a leader, can achieve the right mindset that’s geared towards success – so you can always keep moving forward!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Having a growth versus a fixed mindset
  • Examining your identity habits and mindset
  • Some examples of perspectives to help shape your mindset
  • How paying attention to how you eat, move, and sleep can affect your mindset
  • The manifesto for a leader

Some thoughts for you as a leader:

  • Identity habits are not just goals, but who you want to be. Create small steps to demonstrate your identity.
  • You’re accountable for all. You’re going to be responsible and you have to do everything you can to make the whole organization successful.

Now, for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Connect with Me:
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Resources:

Mindset by Carol S. Dweck

https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322

Atomic Habits by James Clear

https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299

Paul Axtell’s website

https://www.paulaxtell.com/

Eat, Move, Sleep by Tom Rath

https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Move-Sleep-Choices-Changes/dp/1939714001

Well Being by Tom Rath

https://www.amazon.com/Wellbeing-Essential-Elements-Tom-Rath/dp/1531865305

Your Message Matters by Jonathan Milligan

https://www.amazon.com/Your-Message-Matters-above-Noise/dp/1540900339

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Did you know there are around 15,000 books in the business category that are released in a given year? And sometimes, the best-selling books aren't the best books. So how do you sift through all of that?

In this episode, I am talking with Jeff Brown of the Read to Lead Podcast, where he reviews 50 books per year and he often interviews the authors themselves.

Discover what Jeff has to share and how it might help you create the next step ahead in your leadership journey!

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Jeff’s story and his broadcasting background
  • Podcasting as a networking tool
  • How do we sift through thousands of leadership books released in a year?
  • Some episode recommendations to help you get started

Episode Resources:

Read to Lead Podcast with Jeff Brown: https://readtoleadpodcast.com/

Access to Jeff’s podcasting masterclass: https://readtoleadpodcast.com/course

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— Lynn


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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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In this episode, I am going to talk about what I’ve termed the “Silver Entrepreneur,” which is an expansion of my journey.

Companies are still short of talent, and when they can find new talent from new areas, they need to help them build skills.

Meanwhile, the majority of the older population are either being released or retiring in their 60’s – trying to figure out their “next act.”

There’s definitely a huge amount of talent sitting on the sidelines. And tapping into the experience and expertise of Silver Entrepreneurs may just be one of the best hiring decisions businesses will ever make.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why do we need Silver Entrepreneurs?
  • Who are the Silver Entrepreneurs?
  • What do the Silver Entrepreneurs do?
  • How can Silver Entrepreneurs do the work they want to do?
  • How can Silver Entrepreneurs get started?

Connect with Me:

LinkedIn

Facebook

Resources:

SCORE

https://www.score.org/

Business Model You by Alexander Osterwalder by by Alexander Osterwalder, Tim Clark, and Yves Pigneur

https://www.amazon.com/Business-Model-You-One-Page-Reinventing/dp/1118156315

Company of One by Paul Jarvis

https://www.amazon.com/Company-One-Staying-Small-Business/dp/1328972356

The Million Dollar One-Person Business by Elaine Pofeldt

https://www.amazon.com/Million-Dollar-One-Person-Business-Great-Money/dp/039957896X

The Consultant’s Quick Start Guide by Elaine Biech

https://www.amazon.com/Consultants-Quick-Start-Guide-Business/dp/0470372311

Getting Started in Consulting by Alan Weiss

https://smile.amazon.com/New-Consultants-Quick-Start-Guide-dp-1119556937/dp/1119556937/ref=mt_other?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=1600782761

Your Message Matters by Jonathan Milligan

https://www.amazon.com/Your-Message-Matters-above-Noise/dp/1540900339

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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As a leader, sometimes, what makes you so good can also take you down. And the last thing you want is getting hurried, stressed, or worse, burned out.

In this episode, I’m talking with Bryan Paul Buckley, an experienced coach, speaker, author, and dynamic business traveler.

Bryan is the author of The Elite Road Warrior: Six Energy Habits to Master the Business Travel Life. In the book, Bryan has identified 6 key energy habits that you, as leaders, need to develop so you can stay focused as you’re navigating the coming year, whether on the road or working from home.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The 3 physical energy habits
  • The 3 mental energy habits
  • The different formulas for each energy habit
  • The 3 phases of the exhaustion cycle

Now for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday
  • Grab a copy of Bryan’s book, The Elite Road Warrior: Six Energy Habits to Master the Business Travel Life https://www.amazon.com/Elite-Road-Warrior-Energy-Business/dp/1090347758

Connect with Bryan:

https://www.eliteroadwarrior.com/

https://www.eliteroadwarrior.com/podcast/

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

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Leadership is dangerous, especially when you're leading in uncertain and difficult times. You’re going to be asking people to move out of their comfort zone and move into an uncertain future. And they’re probably not going to thank you for that. So, how do you need to lead and stay alive through the danger of leading?

In today’s episode, I’m discussing some key takeaways from the book, Leadership on the Line by Marty Linsky and Ronald Heifetz. This book gets into the dangers you face as a leader and what you can do to stay alive through the dangers of leading.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The 2 main types of challenges you face as a leader
  • The 5 responses you need to make as a leader
  • Solving brand new problems as you go through digital transformation
  • How to manage yourself as a leader

Remember, you're now a leader and not as much a manager! You have to give up some more control. Can you be okay with that knowing that people will make mistakes?

Now for some action steps:

  • Stay focused on the issue and not on the people: It’s not about judging people but helping people understand what's needed, what needs to be done next, and what their role is in the whole thing. Be willing to think about and have difficult conversations.
  • Clarity, not certainty: It's not always about pushing ahead. We can't provide certainty but we can work on clarity with people.
  • Manage your hungers: Are you genuinely concerned about the people and helping them? Or are you seeking acceptance and approval? Manage how much approval you need otherwise it may prevent you from helping move the process ahead.

Resources:

Leadership on the Line by Marty Linsky and Ronald Heifetz

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Leadership is dangerous, especially when you're leading in uncertain and difficult times. You’re going to be asking people to move out of their comfort zone and move into an uncertain future. And they’re probably not going to thank you for that. So, how do you need to lead and stay alive through the danger of leading?

In today’s episode, I’m discussing some key takeaways from the book, Leadership on the Line by Marty Linsky and Ronald Heifetz. This book gets into the dangers you face as a leader and what you can do to stay alive through the dangers of leading.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The 2 main types of challenges you face as a leader
  • The 5 responses you need to make as a leader
  • Solving brand new problems as you go through digital transformation
  • How to manage yourself as a leader

Remember, you're now a leader and not as much a manager! You have to give up some more control. Can you be okay with that knowing that people will make mistakes?

Now for some action steps:

  • Stay focused on the issue and not on the people: It’s not about judging people but helping people understand what's needed, what needs to be done next, and what their role is in the whole thing. Be willing to think about and have difficult conversations.
  • Clarity, not certainty: It's not always about pushing ahead. We can't provide certainty but we can work on clarity with people.
  • Manage your hungers: Are you genuinely concerned about the people and helping them? Or are you seeking acceptance and approval? Manage how much approval you need otherwise it may prevent you from helping move the process ahead.

Resources:

Leadership on the Line by Marty Linsky and Ronald Heifetz

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Leadership is dangerous, especially when you're leading in uncertain and difficult times. You’re going to be asking people to move out of their comfort zone and move into an uncertain future. And they’re probably not going to thank you for that. So, how do you need to lead and stay alive through the danger of leading?

In today’s episode, I’m discussing some key takeaways from the book, Leadership on the Line by Marty Linsky and Ronald Heifetz. This book gets into the dangers you face as a leader and what you can do to stay alive through the dangers of leading.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The 2 main types of challenges you face as a leader
  • The 5 responses you need to make as a leader
  • Solving brand new problems as you go through digital transformation
  • How to manage yourself as a leader

Remember, you're now a leader and not as much a manager! You have to give up some more control. Can you be okay with that knowing that people will make mistakes?

Now for some action steps:

  • Stay focused on the issue and not on the people: It’s not about judging people but helping people understand what's needed, what needs to be done next, and what their role is in the whole thing. Be willing to think about and have difficult conversations.
  • Clarity, not certainty: It's not always about pushing ahead. We can't provide certainty but we can work on clarity with people.
  • Manage your hungers: Are you genuinely concerned about the people and helping them? Or are you seeking acceptance and approval? Manage how much approval you need otherwise it may prevent you from helping move the process ahead.

Resources:

Leadership on the Line by Marty Linsky and Ronald Heifetz

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In today's episode, I'm bringing in podcast producer and digital marketer, Danny Ozment, as we talk about how podcasting can drive your business. Danny started working on podcasts for free and five years later, he has built this podcast agency and is now working with 30 different clients each week (including me!). Especially during these challenging times, find out how podcasting can help you create better relationships, build trust, and grow your business as you navigate the coming year.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How business owners and professionals can leverage podcasting
  • How podcasting can be used for both internal and external communications
  • The right mindset to help you gain confidence in speaking
  • Some first few episodes to think about as you’re getting started
  • Ways people can find your podcast
  • Why podcasting is a referral marketing on a grand scale

Some thoughts for you as a leader:

  • Do what you're an expert at, and then get help with everything else.
  • Have an effective conduit to be able to talk with your potential customers or employees to know you on a deeper level.

Now for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

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Connect with Danny Ozment:

Website: https://emeraldcitypro.com/

Podcast: https://dannyozment.com/podcasts/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyozment/

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If you’re thinking about filling your talent needs, it’s important you understand there’s a huge reservoir of talent sitting on the sidelines.

Think silver talent.

As a silver entrepreneur myself, stepping out of a role where I was an expert and then immigrating into a new, different arena was quite challenging. After all, who am I to share my expertise?

Well, let me tell you, people need your expertise. They’re looking for it. It's just a matter of finding those people.

Join me today as I share ideas on how leaders and professionals can create that next act in life and career.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why is silver talent important
  • How the older workers can help the newer workforce around people issues
  • Roles and career opportunities for silver talent
  • Areas for improvement silver talent need to work on
  • An overview of the Silver Entrepreneur Coaching Program

Some thoughts for you as a leader:

  • Join a mastermind group for support and encouragement.
  • Pick one idea and put it into practice before starting on the next.
  • Decide which skills you want to build for yourself and which you might want to outsource to others.
  • Take small steps forward because success comes through small consistent actions.

Now for some action steps:

  • Download this free PDF Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources mentioned:

The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday

https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Stoic-Meditations-Wisdom-Perseverance/dp/0735211736

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Imagine setting up your home office while your kids are doing their online schooling in another room. Welcome to the future of work!

In this episode, I’m interviewing the amazing digital strategist and copywriter Maggie Rowe. Maggie works with small businesses and entrepreneurs in digital marketing, and she’s been working from home for six years now.

Today, she shares about what it’s like to do remote work and how it might help you and your family as you navigate the upcoming year.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The challenges of a home office and a homeschool house
  • Family routines and business routines we need to adopt in these new times
  • Technical challenges when working/studying from home
  • Why you should consider hiring remote employees

Thoughts for you as a leader:

Compassion and empathy: Working from home is a new concept for a lot of people so it’s going to take patience and compassion, and understand that people are doing the best they can.

Now for some action steps:

  • Download this free PDF Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

Maggie’s website: https://www.maggiemrowe.com/

TeamSnap

https://www.teamsnap.com/

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In this episode, I'm going to review an excellent book by Karl E. Weick and Kathleen M. Sutcliffe, called Managing the Unexpected, Assuring High Performance in an Age of Complexity.

This 2001 book is about the time of the tech recession. It was a time of disruption, which makes this book extremely relevant today. The big concept the authors have discussed in the book is around Highly Reliable Organizations or HROs.

Let’s explore some of the ideas and think about how you can lead your organization during these uncertain times and create your future.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why the book remains relevant today

  • Key ideas around Highly Reliable Organizations (HROs):

  • Preoccupation with failure

  • Reluctance to simplify interpretations
  • Sensitivity to operations
  • Commitment to resilience
  • Deference to expertise

Thoughts for You as a Leader:

  • The key role of the leader is to propose: What is the set of questions we need to answer?
  • Resilience - What’s your backup plan or countermeasure?
  • Processes - Recognize the limitations and the pattern of exceptions.

Now for some action steps:

  • Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday

Resources:

Managing the Unexpected, Assuring High Performance in an Age of Complexity by Karl E. Weick and Kathleen M. Sutcliffe

https://www.amazon.com/Managing-Unexpected-Assuring-Performance-Complexity/dp/0787956279

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Especially, in today’s economic climate, having a strong online presence is more important than ever. We can no longer do in-person meetings and networking like we used to do before. And this is a challenge for many small businesses.

In today’s episode, digital marketing strategist Roxanne Oates shares her knowledge and expertise as a certified Online Business Manager. She helps clients develop strategies and processes so they can get things off their plates and focus more on what they do best.

Explore how the right system and the right people can help you move through these uncertain times and create your own special future.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Why small businesses need an online presence
  • The 4 components of a marketing funnel
  • The power of an email list
  • 3 key aspects of building a virtual team
  • The role of an Online Business Manager (OBM)
  • Other benefits of having an OBM
  • Specific jobs that small business owner can hire in their team

Some thoughts for you as a leader:

  • Do you have the right team and systems in place?
  • Do you have the right technology to support your business?
  • Are you generating enough leads for your business to succeed?

Connect with Roxanne Oates:

Email: roxanne@roxanneoates.com

Link to Roxanne’s resource: https://friesth-manufacturing-consultant.ck.page/eb710042ab

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In this episode, we will explore what Google found out about creating high-performing teams in their project, Aristotle.

Google specifically discovered five key success elements of high-performing teams as well as five additional supporting success factors. Learn how these can be translated into your team and your organization as a whole.

Join me in exploring some great ideas on how you can engage with your teams and encourage them to be accelerating and not be hesitating as you create your new future – together.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The 5 key factors of high-performing teams
  • Focusing on the concept of Psychological Safety
  • Holding a mindset of being curious
  • Listening with your full attention and without judging

Some Thoughts for you as a Leader

  • Agility - Rethink your assumptions and look at the new reality.

  • Resilience - What’s your backup plan or recovery plan and questions you might need to answer?

  • Process - You want defined work, but not over defined and rigid.

  • Inspirational Leadership - Are you still checking in with your teams?

  • Positive Outlook - While there are not yet certain answers, are you remembering your team’s strengths and talents?

  • Achievement Orientation - Are you asking your teams to commit to moving forward and asking them to set milestones and goals? (Small goals or milestones, yet long-term target)

Resources:

Project Aristotle Website: https://rework.withgoogle.com/print/guides/5721312655835136/

Link to the New York Times article: “What Google Learned from its Quest to Build the Perfect Team”

https://www.nytimes.com/2016/02/28/magazine/what-google-learned-from-its-quest-to-build-the-perfect-team.html?smid=pl-share

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In this episode, I’m talking about the Manufacturing Extension Partnership, a national network of experts dedicated to helping U.S. manufacturers.

They can be a big help at any time – but especially during these times of change, they have a lot of great resources that we can all glean from.

MEP's foundation is built upon its partnerships. MEP can serve as your thinking partner and a trusted advisor. They actively promote the importance of a strong manufacturing base as a key to a robust U.S. economy and protection of our national security interests.

I’ve had the privilege of working with both Iowa - CIRAS and Illinois - IMEC. These folks basically tailor their services to make sure they meet our critical needs.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • MEP’s 6 key areas of support
  • Training Within Industry
  • Developing online work instructions
  • Creating project definition and plan tailored to your needs
  • Following up third-party survey to confirm the results

Videos of MEP projects:

https://www.nist.gov/mep/mep-national-network/manufacturing-videos

Finally, here are some thoughts for you as a Leader:

  • Empathy - Are you still checking in with your teams?
  • Positive Outlook - While there are not yet certain answers, are you remembering your team’s strengths and talents?
  • Achievement Orientation - Are you asking your teams to commit to moving forward and asking them to set milestones and goals? Keep looking for several right answers and circle back with your teams to rethink and re-evaluate things.
  • Keep thinking about what your Value Proposition is - What are the key things where we add value?

Resources:

Manufacturing Extension Partnership https://www.nist.gov/mep

Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center - IMEC

https://www.imec.org/

The Center for Industrial Research and Service - CIRAS

https://www.ciras.iastate.edu/

Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce Technology Playbooks https://quadcitieschamber.com/economic-development/business-advantages/quad-cities-manufacturing-innovation-hub/playbooks

Connect with Me:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnfriesth/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/leadingthefactoryforward/

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Today, I’m continuing on with some ideas to help you move through this crisis and hopefully begin your recovery.

I offer some additional perspectives on using this time to learn and plan your recovery. I will share why I believe NOW is a great time to think deeply about your value proposition. And then finally, I'll talk about how to actually get started in the rebuilding and recovery for your business.

I'm going to be covering some things I covered back in October in Ep 22 and 23 talking about startup lean startup business.

  • Revisit Episode #22: Lessons for Leaders: Using Your Customer Discovery Process (Part 3)
  • Revisit Episode #23: Lessons for Leaders: How Using the Story Brand Method Can Jumpstart Your Product and Brand (Part 4)

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The Business Model Canvas and its 9 segments
  • How you and your team can use this model to help you through your Plan Your Recovery phase

Finally, here are some thoughts for you as a leader:

  • Think about these three words: agility, resilience, and process – what they might mean in your business and why you need to balance all three.
  • Look for several right answers because, at this point, you're trying to look into an uncertain future.
  • Look into making a SWOT analysis. Then get back to that business model canvas because I think it really gives you more granular information and more specific things to work on.

Business Model Canvas

The Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce

McKinsey and Company Study

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Today, I continue the conversation about how we, as manufacturing leaders, can work through this pandemic we’re currently facing. This is the 5th episode of this series.

First, we'll talk about some of the internal work that you can do right now. And then I’m sharing a few ideas for you to consider as to how you can approach leadership during this challenging time.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Internal work you can do right now
  • Paul Akers’ ideas on learning lean and lean thinking
  • Post-COVID operations to consider
  • How to apply the concept of lean operations
  • Why you need to have conversations with your customers, suppliers, and employees

Finally, here are some emotional intelligence concepts for leaders developed by Dr. Matthew Lippincott, Chief Solutions Officer at Goleman EI:

  • Self Awareness
  • Self Management
  • Social Awareness
  • Relationship Management

Resources:

Paul Akers and 2 Second Lean videos

Paul Akers’ podcast, The American Innovator

The Emotional Intelligence Leadership Competency Model

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We are here to help you create a compelling future for yourself, your teams and your organization. This is the 4th episode to help you deal with our current crisis around the COVID-19 virus.

This series of episodes will be around how I see things at the time of the recording, but clearly, things can be changing quickly as the crisis moves forward. I’m not a medical or government expert, nor am I a financial expert, but I wanted to offer some thoughts on how you, as a manufacturing leader, might think about and approach this trying time.

In this episode, I’ll review a blog post from Steve Blank called How to Keep Your Company Alive. And I have a few more ideas for you to consider as a leader.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The external and internal assessments you need to do in your business
  • Tips for creating a new business model and operating plan
  • How we can all move ahead using David Rock’s SCARF model

Here’s something to consider: We are all start-ups now. How do we give and receive value to our future clients and employees?

Strive for Clarity, not Certainty – because this is all a work in progress!

2 Quotes from Steve Blank’s article:

“Companies that outlast this crisis will have CEOs who can rapidly assess these new circumstances, recognize new patterns and opportunities, and act with urgency to take immediate action to pivot and restructure their companies. Those that don’t may not survive.”

“Survival = (speed of your understanding of the situation) x (the magnitude of the pivots/cuts/lifeboat choices you make) x (the speed of your time to make those changes)”

Resources:

Steve Blank’s article, How to Keep Your Company Alive

Article on the SCARF Model from David Rock

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Today I continue the conversation about how manufacturers can lead their team and organization during the COVID-19 pandemic. Leaders are asking questions like, 'How can I support my organization?" In this episode, I will further explore why now is a great time to stay connected with your employees, stakeholders, customers, or supply chain. I also offer some additional perspectives on using this time to learn and plan your recovery. And, share why I believe now is a great time to think deeply about your value proposition.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Continue to engage, support, and stay connected with employees, stakeholders, and your supply chain
  • Learn and plan for your recovery
  • Your Value Proposition - think about how you benefit others and whether or not that has changed
  • Managing your attention and rethinking your routines

Remember, in this crisis; it's not about "not losing" but preparing to recover and win.

Now for some action steps:

  • Revisit Episode #20: Lessons for Leaders from the Lean Startup Method
  • Revisit Episode #19: Digital Leadership and Change Management

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This week I continue my discussion on how manufacturers can lead their team and organization through this time of crisis. In this episode, I will be discussing three phases that we should be considering right now: how to survive and support our team, planning for business recovery, and engaging in business recovery.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Survive and support: where to focus your energy
  • Planning for your recovery: what will you do in 2, 3, 6 months
  • Engage in improvement: considerations for your people, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain.
  • The circle of control may be the smallest one, but as a leader in manufacturing, it may be the most important one.

Now is an excellent time to focus on the things that you can do right now, including planning, learning, and supporting people.

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This episode is about our current crisis with the Novel Coronavirus. I'm not a medical or government expert. However, I wanted to offer some thoughts on how you, a manufacturing leader, might think about and approach your current way of business. In this episode, I cover five key areas you can focus on, right now, to help weather the current storm.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • The nature of the event (at least how I see it)
  • The importance of staying connected
  • Pay attention to your finances, including liquidity and cash flow
  • What's vital to your business; money, and people
  • I explore the two questions on many people's minds, "What can I do?" and "How can I plan for recovery?"

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What is it that manufacturing owners and leaders are looking for and trying to improve on in 2020 and beyond? In this episode, I will be uncovering precisely what those needs happen to be. I will be referencing several recent industry surveys to find out. In addition to reviewing the various surveys' findings, I will divulge what I think the implications of the studies are and how they will affect continuous improvement and growth for the industry.

We'll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Workforce: The need for manufacturing employee attraction programs
  • Leadership and growth: The industry is expressing a demand to improve strategy and planning capabilities
  • Technology and productivity: Leaders and owners desire to drive productivity improvements on both the factory floor and office

Now for some action steps:

  • Revisit podcast episodes about Workforce Development:

    • Episode #007 - 3 Ideas for Developing Talent
    • Episode #034 - Connecting with Apprenticeship Program
  • Revisit podcast episodes about continuous improvement:

    • Episode #002 - Dealing with the 7 Wastes of Manufacturing
    • Episode #036 - Using the Toyota Talent Principles
  • Revisit podcast episodes about growth and leadership:

    • Episode #003 - Run, Improve, Grow
    • Episode #021 - Creating Your Value Proposition
  • Come back next week to hear how manufacturers can work with Manufacturing Extension Partnerships

Resources and links mentioned:

Iowa Manufacturing Needs Assessment Report 2019-2020

Preparing for a New Decade of U. S. Manufacturing

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Why is adopting new technology so important? As a manufacturer, what are the areas of technology you should pay attention to? Understanding and adopting trends makes you more efficient and faster. Being responsive is key to your success and survival as a small manufacturer.

In today's episode, I share some of the latest 2020 manufacturing trends and dive deeper into why utilizing new technology is important for you and your business. There are many manufacturing trends I could have covered in this episode but for sake of time and efficiency, I chose four. These include ERP systems, Real-Time Monitoring - IoT, Automation, Robots, Cobots, and Supply Chain connections.

We’ll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: Why we should pay attention to ERP system and how they can help you streamline processes.
  • Cloud-based ERP Systems can prove to be a more economic choice for manufacturers.
  • How Real-Time Monitoring can provide real-time information and analytics.
  • Automation is very useful whenever there is repetitive work.
  • Cobots: where people and robots work together.
  • How supply chain connections help you improve response times, partnering, and communication.

Now for some action steps:

  • Look back at Episode #016 - Industry 4.0 and Episodes #017 and #018 - Digital Leadership Skills.
  • I highly recommend the resources linked in the show notes and website.
  • Come back next week when I will be discussing Manufacturing Needs. We will look at what you, the manufacturers, have said are the key challenges and opportunities that you face.

Resources and links mentioned:

5 manufacturing trends to watch in 2020 - RSM

Technology and trade are among the trends worth watching this year

5 Manufacturing Trends for 2020: A look at the trends that are likely to happen in the manufacturing sector in 2020November 7, 2019 - Industry Today

Top 10 2020 Manufacturing TrendsJanuary 9, 2020 - ERP Blog - IQMS

Smart factory 2.0 - The old and the nuanced

Deloitte Insights

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How do you get the important things done with others? How do you work to reach the same goal with your teams, clients, and colleagues? Well, today’s episode is all about building the skills needed to lead others (and yourself too).

We’ll focus, at length, on the topic of emotional intelligence competencies including self-awareness, empathy, organizational awareness plus coaching and mentoring. This episode builds upon the four components of leadership discussed in earlier episodes: habits of thinking, habits of action, and focused work. Everything gets pulled together today as I focus on the art of working with humans.

We’ll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Self-awareness: what is it, how do you practice it, and how can it help.
  • Empathy and why I believe it has a lot to do with listening.
  • Organizational awareness and understanding the network of how things get done in your organization.
  • Coaching and mentoring: why and how we continually have to improve ourselves.

Now for some action steps:

  • Make an effort to really be fully present and listen deeply to some conversations and see what you notice.
  • Figure out who the key connectors are in your organization.
  • Revisit Episodes 37: Atomic Habits - Building Habits of Action and Episode 38: Corporate Athlete - Developing Routines for Action

Resources and links mentioned:

The Skills Companies Need Most in 2020 - LinkedIn Learning

The Global Skills Shortage - SHRM (PDF)

Goleman EI - Emotional Intelligence Coaching and Training

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What are your practices to create focused work? Why is focused work important? Maybe it is time to prepare for a client, a team meeting to organize others, or perhaps a meeting with an individual employee to discuss how they may be able to improve. In this episode, I discuss three main elements of creating deep work and how you actually execute deep work.

This is the third part of my four-part series on developing your leadership foundations to help you build your skills for the future. In this episode, I am concentrating on focused work. In the first two parts, we focused on habits of mind and habits of action.

We’ll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Deep work: what it is and how to do it.
  • Distractions: the things that keep us away from our deep work.
  • Strategies for learning new tasks, technologies or skills—methods and practices to continuously work to always learn new things.

Now for some action steps:

  • Make a list of 3-5 things where you could generate value for the organization.
  • Make a log of distractions so you can work to minimize them.
  • Listen to the next episode, which will be the last in this series and will cover the skills to lead yourself and others.

Resources and links mentioned:

Deep Work by Cal Newport

1st 20 Hours by Josh Kaufman

Ultra Learning by Scott Young

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This is the second part of a series on developing your leadership foundations. Last week I focused on creating habits of mind. Today I focus on building habits of action.

How do you plan, organize, and execute your day? How do you cut through the blinding storm of information and all the requests that are coming at you and actually make some progress each and every day? In this episode, I discuss four key concepts to help you plan your days and ultimately learn how you can improve in the future by taking the time to analyze things that happen.

We’ll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Prioritizing tasks you want to complete and having a plan to accomplish this.
  • The importance of listening and being present in the conversation.
  • Effective meetings: focusing on the purpose of the meeting and why you are attending the meeting.
  • The importance of reflecting upon what just happened by using the military’s idea of “After Action Review” to find out how you can learn and improve.

Now for some action steps:

  • Make a list of your top five projects and schedule three action steps for the project.
  • Remember to take some time to reflect on the week. Reflect on what was supposed to happen, what happened, what was learned, and what you can do differently in the future.
  • Listen next week when I discuss creating focus, energy, and momentum.

Resources and links mentioned:

Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity - David Allen,

Meetings Matter: 8 Powerful Strategies for Remarkable Conversations - Paul Axtell

Leader’s Guide to After Action Reviews - AAR (PDF)

Atomic Habits - James Clear

Corporate Athlete - Jack Groppel and Bob Andelman

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As manufacturing leaders, it is important to continue to develop new habits of thinking and new habits of action. Doing so will allow you to create focus and gain momentum in your organization. Over the course of the next four episodes, I will be producing a series on developing your leadership foundations, including how to create habits of mind and action. My goal is to help you build your leadership skills for yourself, for your organization, and for your future.

Have you thought about what your habits of mind for 2020 will be? How do you view yourself? How do you view the world around you? And when you pull it all together, are you showing up in the world as you’d like? In this episode, I am going to delve into the topic of creating habits of mind so that you can effectively operate as a leader and promote creativity, reasoning, and meaning in your work and life.

We’ll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • How you view yourself, plus mindfulness, routines, and habits
  • How you view the world, including growth versus fixed mindset
  • How you interact with the world, plus attempting to be 1% better each day
  • 4 lenses which will help you to define your 2020 goals

Now for some action steps:

  • Ask yourself the following questions and see what comes up for you:
    • How do you view yourself?
    • How can you fit mindfulness into your day?
    • How do you create habits that are supportive of getting a great start in the day?
  • Be sure to check out the links and resources in the show notes below.
  • Come back next week to hear how to create habits of action.

Resources and links mentioned:

Atomic Habits - James Clear

Daily Stoic - Ryan Holiday

Dare to Lead - Brene Brown

Corporate Athlete - Jack Groppel and Bob Andelman

Mindset - Carol S. Dweck

Managing Transitions - William Bridges and Susan Bridges

Yes, And - Kelly Leonard and Tom Yorton

Do More Great Work - Michael Bungay Stanier

The Second Mountain - David Brooks

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Today I am talking about developing your workforce by using the Toyota Talent Principles. Why is this important to you? Well, as a manufacturing leader and business owner, regardless of your daily responsibilities, you still have the job of onboarding new talent. Onboarding requires you to spend a lot of time training people on how to do the work you need to be done each and every day. Toyota has a proven system to develop talent.

This episode shares several of the Toyota Principles as detailed in the book, Toyota Talent by Jeffrey K. Liker and David P. Meier. Their book, and the several that followed, details Toyota’s systems, how these are applied, and how people, like you and me, can duplicate or, at least, emulate these efforts in the workplace.

We’ll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • An overview of the Toyota Job Instruction Four-Step Method.
  • Your State Manufacturing Extension Partners (MEPs) are a contact point for training within the industry programs.
  • Hire for attitude and then train for skill.
  • Consider bringing on temporary trainers such as retirees from within the industry to help with training your new employees.
  • The skills of the effective trainer.

Now for some action steps:

  • Start this week by developing your first steps in an action and learning plan for onboarding new employees.
  • Pick an important job that's often done by new employees.
  • List the skills required.
  • Think about the steps for explaining and teaching how to do these skills.

Resources and links mentioned:

Toyota Talent: Developing Your People the Toyota Way by Jeffrey K. Liker, Ph.D. and David P. Meier

The Toyota Way website

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Are you doing work you know you should hand off? Do you want to make progress in your manufacturing business but everyday tasks are crowding your schedule? Connecting with virtual teams might be the answer to your problem. In part four of my ongoing series on developing talent and workforce, I am going to share my thoughts and insight on finding and engaging with virtual teams.

In this episode, I will explore some of the things you must consider before bringing on a virtual team. I will also discuss my own experiences working with virtual talent and some of the various places you can go to find talent for your business.

We’ll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Strategies to help you determine the skills you need fulfilled by virtual team members
  • The importance of defining and understanding your factory’s processes and procedures
  • My own experiences working and engaging with virtual talent

Now for some next steps, take some time this week to draft up a list of the things you don’t like doing, don’t know how to do, or shouldn’t be doing. Then start determining which of these items you can hand off to a virtual team member. Also, be sure to check out the show notes resources to see what sparks your thinking. Next week I will wrap up this series and share some lessons from the book Toyota Talent.

Resources and links mentioned:

Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business By Chris Ducker

Link to a Chris Ducker blog post on 101 tasks you might outsource to a virtual team

The Virtual Assistant Solution: Come up for Air, Offload the Work You Hate, and Focus on What You Do Best, By Michael Hyatt

Priority VA website

Emerald City Productions website

Upwork - In Demand Talent on Demand website

Fiverr website

Task Rabbit website

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This is Part Three of my ongoing series on finding and developing your workforce talent. In addition to understanding and communicating with your talent, connecting with local organizations to help grow your workforce is equally important.

As leaders in manufacturing, it is important to connect with your local educational institutions, connect with local industry groups or connect with your Chamber of Commerce. In this episode, I share some of my own experiences connecting to local apprenticeship programs and how that can be a benefit to small and medium-sized manufacturers.

We’ll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • High School Registered Apprenticeship can help employers address the replacement of retiring workforce
  • What to do if you don’t have any apprenticeship programs in your area and how partnering with your local school district allows you to professionally develop a high school junior or senior apprentice program
  • Some local studies done on workforce and the skills gap in Quad Cities of IL and IA
  • An overview of some apprenticeship programs

I highly recommend reviewing some of the information listed in the show notes below, including resources available to plan your own apprenticeship programs. Next week I will be discussing finding and engaging with virtual talent.

Resources and links mentioned:

U.S. Dept. of Labor/Office of Apprenticeship Contacts

IA State Director – Greer L Sisson, 515-284-4690, sisson.greer@dol.gov

Advanced Manufacturing Sector Board, sponsored by Eastern Iowa Community Colleges

A regional sector board involved in long-term efforts that integrate workforce and economic development strategies impacting the Advanced Manufacturing industry.

Davenport Schools Welding Program and the associated “Job Tree”

Article on Moline High School CNC Apprenticeship Program

A guide for developing successful High School apprenticeship programs

“Answering Why, Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations” by Mark C. Perna

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If you are a Silver Entrepreneur, or a bit older than today’s youth, you may be wondering how you are going to connect with millennials in the workforce. And just as importantly, you want to know how to work with them. In this second part of my 5-part series on Finding Your Workforce and Developing Talent, I explore topics which will help you hire, communicate, and work with millennials.

This episode dives into some aspects from the book Answering Why, Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations by Mark C. Perna. The key points from the book I cover include defining the skills gap and understanding the new generation.

I highly recommend you take some time to review the resources linked in the show notes below. After that, I also recommend you connect with your local educational institutions and align with people who are in your future workforce. On an upcoming episode I will be talking about the importance of connecting with apprenticeship programs.

We’ll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • Defining the skills gap and a reminder to sometimes evaluate your workforce’s skills based on experience rather than education.
  • Understanding the new generation, including their desire to work to live and why lifestyle matters to them.
  • The reality that employee loyalty is different today.
  • How younger generations don’t always hear the branch creaking, what this means, and how we can help support millennials.
  • The concept of career trees and its three levels.

Resources and links mentioned:

Answering Why, Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations by Mark C. Perna

Mark C. Perna’s website

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This week begins a five-part series on finding your workforce and developing talent for your organization. Today’s episode is all about becoming a Silver Entrepreneur. In fact, I share some of my own journey and how I became a Silver Entrepreneur.

I experienced a very full and rewarding career in manufacturing for 41 years. As I became eligible for retirement, I decided to reinvent myself and start a new career. Once I embarked on consulting, I realized that the actual practice required “practice” and the book learning was only the beginning. After many lessons, trials, and mistakes, I made the transition from manufacturing employee to Silver Entrepreneur. I am still on a journey, but I’m getting farther along down the road! Today, I will share with you what has worked (and is still working), as well as some of my missteps and practices, so that you too can become a Silver Entrepreneur (or begin to understand the mindset of one).

Now for some next steps, take some time this week to develop an action and learning plan. Join a startup program, a weekend program, or check out Steve Blank’s website and the other resources found below. Next week I will shift generations a little bit and talk about how to understand and speak with Millennials.

We’ll dive deeper into these concepts:

  • What I mean by Silver Entrepreneur and how I embraced the title
  • The 4 steps to becoming a Silver Entrepreneur
  • Developing your teachable point of view
  • The skill sets for an Expertise Business
  • Knowing when to bring on employees or contractors; determining what to outsource
  • Some ways to make it easy to find, connect, and work with you; including choosing your platform (blogs, podcasts, etc) and mindset shifts

Resources and links mentioned:

”Platform” by Michael Hyatt

Brand You Podcast with Mike Kim

Leading the Factory Forward podcast

NSF Innovation Corps (I-Corps™)

The National Science Foundation (NSF) I-Corps program prepares scientists and engineers to extend their focus beyond the university laboratory and accelerates the economic and societal benefits of NSF-funded, basic-research projects that are ready to move toward commercialization.

Steve Blank’s website

In 2011 at the request of the National Science Foundation, Steve Blank modified his Lean Launchpad class and it became the curriculum for the NSF I-Corps. 86 universities now teach the class.

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