Beste Jen And Yvonne podcaster (2024)

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232. What's happening? Why are we pausing? 8:23

2M ago8:23

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Some things are changing around here, and I wanted to share the thought process, where I'm coming from and what's next for the podcast. Please be sure to subscribe to We're All Getting Older, to hear about future releases. We're All Getting Older is a weekly publication that explores living a fulfilling and meaningful second half of our lives. FOOT…

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231. Answer The Call And Write Your First Book with Jen Louden 48:04

2M ago48:04

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This episode is brought to you by We're All Getting Older, a publication and a community for midlifers who want to get better as they get older. I am joined by writing coach and bestselling author Jen Louden. In this episode, we chat about the aspirations many midlife individuals have to write a book. Jen emphasizes the importance of recognizing th…

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How to build a successful portable business and popular facebook groups with Lora McInturf 42:10

3M ago42:10

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Lora McInturf supports high-performing lawyers and business professionals primarily in law, IT, finance, accounting, and coaching. Lora's business is 100% virtual. She's worked with professionals and businesses around the world - from over 40 countries and counting. She is also a founder and co-l…

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Prost! Bringing More Beer Innovation to Germany with Higgins Ale Works 45:49

3M ago45:49

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Jen and her husband Paul Higgins are originally from NJ. A career opportunity for Paul brought them to Munich in 2003 and Jen kept her IT career on track so they stayed. In 2018 they founded a small craft beer brewery in the heart of Munich's brewing district, creating American styled ales. In 20…

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230. Un-hurrying Grief 12:33

3M ago12:33

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This episode is brought to you by We're All Getting Older, a publication and community for midlifers who want to get better as they get older. Grief is a universal experience, yet it is deeply personal and unique to each individual. In this episode, I continue the conversation about grief and explore the relationship and connection between grieving…

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Leveraging Specialized Knowlege to Found an Enterprising Business in Renewables - Ira Ribeiro 49:24

3M ago49:24

49:24

Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Thermodemand, founded by Irapua Santos Ribeiro, is a consultancy focused on sustainable energy solutions for industrial applications, particularly in solar and renewable process heat technologies. His company aims to help industrial clients reduce their carbon footprint and operational costs. Ira…

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229. Can We Talk About Grief? with Charlene Lam 53:28

4M ago53:28

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This episode is brought to you by We're All Getting Older, a publication and a community for midlifers who want to get better as they get older. I am joined by Charlene Lam, grief coach, speaker, and founder of the Grief Gallery. This is a wide-ranging conversation about "processing" our grief after the death of a loved one. We talked about the com…

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Dedicated to make moving to Germany and finding work easier with Cheryl Howard 49:59

4M ago49:59

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? A Canadian in Berlin for 10+ years, Cheryl has the unique experience of moving to Berlin – not once, but twice. During her time in Berlin, she's had five different visas and worked as both a freelancer and a permanent employee for numerous German companies. Her day jobs include working as a hirin…

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228. Experiments on Slowing Down Time 13:26

4M ago13:26

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This episode is brought to you by We're All Getting Older, a publication and a community for midlifers who want to get better as they get older. As a follow-up to the previous episode with Yvonne Marchese (Ep 228: Can we slow down time?), I'm sharing further thoughts about time — why it feels like it's moving too fast, where this sense of time urge…

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Winning Marketing Strategies for Detail-Oriented Germans with Mandy Borchardt 47:28

5M ago47:28

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Mandy Borchardt is a German marketing strategist and translator helping small non-German businesses to market their brand in Germany. In 2015 she went freelance full time as a translator for English and Spanish into German, working for translation agencies and direct clients. After a few years, s…

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227. Can We Slow Down Time? A Conversation with Yvonne Marchese 50:44

5M ago50:44

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This episode is brought to you by We're All Getting Older, a publication and a community for midlifers who want to get better as they get older. Do you feel like time's rushing by so fast? Do you wish you could slow it down, just a bit, so you can enjoy the days or even just catch your breath? In this episode, my good friend and author of In Full B…

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Building a Large and Loyal Audience with Jen + Yvonne of Simple Germany 52:57

5M ago52:57

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? I stumbled across Jen and Yvonne of Simple Germany through their YouTube channel, and boy am I glad I did! Jen was born and raised in Guatemala and sought better quality of life due to LGBTQ+ rights and security concerns. Yvonne was raised in Germany but always wanted to explore the world and wor…

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226. The Purpose of Liminal Spaces During Midlife Transitions 16:03

5M ago16:03

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This episode is brought to you by We're All Getting Older, a publication and a community for midlifers who want to get better as they get older. In this episode, we discuss the concept of midlife portals and the importance of liminal spaces during life transitions. Inspired by Jen Berlingo's book "Midlife Emergence," I explore the metaphor of doorw…

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Diversity, Children’s Products & E-commerce with Peter & May, Berlin Founders of Kidsimply 33:24

5M ago33:24

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? In this episode I talk to May and Peter Kamya, the Berlin-based founders of Kidsimply. Peter is originally from the UK and May’s family immigrated to Germany from Thailand when she was five years old. Kidsimply is an online shop selling diverse and inclusive books and toys. Through the KidSimply …

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225. Finding Our Way Through Major Life Changes and the Midlife Emergence with Jen Berlingo 53:54

6M ago53:54

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I'm joined by Jen Berlingo, author of Midlife Emergence, to discuss the transformative journey of midlife. We explore the concept of emergence as a positive reframe of the midlife crisis, emphasizing the opportunity to unveil one's authentic self. Jen discusses the second individuation process, the challenges of embracing change while managing life…

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Growing up in Ukraine to Finding a Passion Filled Side-Hustle in Munich 32:34

6M ago32:34

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Tetyana Pirker came from Ukraine to Munich in 2002. She studied psychology in the university of Munich and afterwards she started a career at Accenture as IT SAP consultant. After many years SAP consulting he looked for a ‘soul business’. After the birth of her first child in 2017 she discovered …

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Should You Start A Side Hustle in Germany? 5:52

6M ago5:52

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Time for another episode of The Germany Expat Business Show Mailbag! This time I’m sharing a question from Nutan Jaeger. Nutan is a trained architect turned writer who moved to Munich with her German husband. She was laid off from her job and has worked as a freelancer in Germany before but alway…

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224. Settling Into Olderhood and Finding Our New Way Forward with Paul Long 52:41

7M ago52:41

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"A lot of people get old because they think they're supposed to." Former award-winning television journalist and Emmy-Award-winning producer/writer/director Paul Long shares his midlife career transitions and his "new way forward" — one that is ideal for him, that takes advantage of the new realities of longevity and the new phase of life he calls …

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From NYC to Berlin and Crushing it in the Insurance Business with John Ismailoglu 44:17

7M ago44:17

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? It was a thrill when John Ismailoglu cheerfully accepted my request for a podcast interview. He is hands down one of my favorite LinkedIn follows, posting about - of all things - Insurance! A fellow American born and raised in NYC, John is a ‘4th culture’ person with a family story that spans Tur…

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223. How Do You Prepare to Retire From a Career You Love with Merle Saferstein 34:17

7M ago34:17

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How do you prepare to leave a job or career that you love? Merle Saferstein is an educator, speaker, author, and a pioneer in legacy journaling. After twenty-six years as a Holocaust educator, where she worked with hundreds of Holocaust survivors, helping them to leave their legacy, she retired and created Living and Leaving Your Legacy®. In this e…

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Mastering the Art of Leadership as a Munich Transplant with Gretchen Nemechek 51:53

7M ago51:53

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Leaving the warm beaches of California for Munich? Gretchen and her family did just that. The result is an inspiring story of her career evolution from a CMO in the B2B software industry to business founder and entrepreneur. In this conversation Gretchen and I talk about the whirlwind of relocati…

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222. How To Master Ourselves Through Difficult Situations with Vivek Chakrabortty 1:01:39

7M ago1:01:39

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Vivek Chakrabortty, CEO and Founder of The Kavi Group, a crisis management and business continuity consulting firm, "worked on himself" for years, combining influences from Catholicism, Stoicism, Vedanta, Buddhism, and mindfulness, to come up with his own 3-step philosophy for managing and mastering himself. In this episode, he walks us through eac…

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Mailbag: How Do I Get More Clients? 12:46

8M ago12:46

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? A subscriber to my newsletter asks the eternal question: How do I get more clients? I share my response. Links mentioned in this episode: 4 Thrilling Things That Suddenly Happened When I Committed to a Niche How to Find Clients Online with Enjoyment and Ease How to Grow Your Business Online (news…

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221. The One About Change, Getting Older, The Things We Can (and Cannot) Control 8:41

8M ago8:41

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A quick episode to share some big news in my world and riff on the topic of change — whether or not we actually hate change. (Spoiler alert: I don't think we do, actually.) FOOTNOTES We're All Getting Older (and why I'm changing names) Hop on the WAGO wagon ------------ Connect with Lou Blaser on LinkedIn Subscribe to We're All Getting Older, a wee…

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Giving Migrant Entrepreneurs a Boost in Germany's Tech Scene with Laila Zohaib 34:55

8M ago34:55

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Laila is a Startup Coach from Stuttgart, who wants to create a safe space for migrant founders in Germany through the community empowerment project ‘The Migrant Accelerator’. She loves to talk about lived allyship and inclusion for investors and corporates. She is also the host of The Migrant Acc…

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220. Sustaining Our Drive and Ambition as We Get Older with Kathy Oneto 46:14

8M ago46:14

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Do we stop being ambitious as we get older? What happens to the drive we've always had once we retire? In this episode of Second Breaks, I explore ambition with Kathy Oneto, the founder of Sustainable Ambition and host of The Sustainable Ambition podcast. Kathy shares the results of her research and insights from numerous interviews on this topic. …

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How to go from Ausländer Employee to Successful Company Owner with Ranjit Venkatesh 39:42

9M ago39:42

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Imagine uprooting your life and moving to a country where you don't speak the language to chase a dream. That's precisely what Ranjit did when he left India for Germany, and his journey is nothing short of remarkable. In our heart-to-heart, Ranjit, a seasoned entrepreneur, walks us through his ch…

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219. Deathbed Wisdom for a Happier Life with Dr. Kathy Zhang 47:55

9M ago47:55

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In this podcast episode, I am joined by Dr. Kathy Zhang, a physician specializing in hospice and palliative care. I follow Kathy on LinkedIn, where she regularly posts wisdom that she's gained from speaking with thousands of people in the last moments of their lives. One specific post caught my attention, and I thought the points she shared were br…

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Cold Calling in Broken German to a 7 Figure Business with Dan Norenberg 46:10

9M ago46:10

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Dan's journey of transforming into an entrepreneurial powerhouse is a real inspiration and a living demonstration of the good old American 'Can Do' spirit. He shares candid tales of his early days grappling with language barriers and the incredible stroke of luck that led him from the doing resea…

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218. Let's Make This The Best Year Yet: Goals for 2024 14:28

9M ago14:28

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Happy New Year, my dear listener friend! I'm more excited than ever to tackle my life and work goals this year. 2023 ended up being about clarifying direction and intentions — although I didn’t know that back in January 2023! As I welcome 2024, I can feel the difference. I have a better understanding of where I want to move toward and a clearer pat…

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217. Year-End Reflections and Key Takeaways From 2023 14:52

10M ago14:52

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For the last three years, I've been capturing key takeaways from the year that's about to end. I only regret not starting this practice earlier; it's a powerful way to gain wisdom from our experiences. So, as we wrap up 2023, I'm excited to share with you some personal insights and lessons I've gathered this year. I would love to hear about your ke…

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What's your Magic? Exploring her German Roots and Becoming a Brand Expert with Karina Weber 56:06

10M ago56:06

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? In this episode I talk to Karina Weber, also known as the Brand Architect. We talk about her journey from Canada to Germany, where she built a flourishing marketing business, specialized in branding and carved a niche within female, service-oriented businesses struggling with branding issues. Kar…

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216. A Conversation About Growth with Yvonne Marchese 48:05

10M ago48:05

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One of the things I’ve been reflecting on more and more is my personal growth in midlife and this stage in my life. In the book that I’m writing, there’s an entire chapter on what it means to continue to grow as we get older. So, of course, I wanted to have a chat about this topic with my good friend and frequent collaborator, Yvonne Marchese, who …

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From odd jobs in Berlin to successful sales expert with Penny Blackmore 40:16

11M ago40:16

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Imagine taking a leap of faith, moving to a new country, and building a successful business with no university degree in hand. This was the journey of Penny Blackmore, a sales and marketing consultant who transitioned to freelancing in Germany. Join us as we explore Penny's fascinating journey to…

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215. [Dear Lou] Family Tension Following Retirement 9:58

11M ago9:58

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I'm excited to introduce a new format for this episode, "Dear Lou", where I'll be sharing questions from listeners or readers of Midlife Cues, as well as my responses. Our first 'Dear Lou' episode takes us into a story about the complexities of transitioning from a demanding career to retirement. I recently received an email from a listener about h…

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From Student Visa to Amazing Side Hustle Success with Aazar Shad 41:01

11M ago41:01

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Ever wondered how a successful entrepreneur and side-hustler from a foreign land made it big in Germany? Aazar Shad is a hustler, entrepreneur and marketer. He loves ads, tearing them down and figuring out why they work. He runs an expat newsletter, The Munich Post with 5500+ subscribers. Origina…

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214. Living Our Legacy with Merle Saferstein 44:24

11M ago44:24

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"An unexamined life is not worth living." The famous quote has been attributed to Socrates, the person that many believe valued the pursuit of wisdom more than anyone else in history. With this quote, Socrates implied that examining and understanding our lives is of utmost importance — essentially, for us to have the wisdom about ourselves and the …

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213. [Curveball Series] When You're Forced to Retire From Your Corporate Career with Roberto Seif 23:05

12M ago23:05

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"My entire profession changed drastically from one day to the other. And I started feeling like I didn't know where I fit anymore. I didn't know what I'm good at anymore." Roberto Seif is a former innovation strategist who experienced forced retirement from his corporate career. Roberto's story is not uncommon in today's world, where companies freq…

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212. How Our Definition of Success Change As We Get Older 10:47

1y ago10:47

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In my younger years, I used to measure success based on external and quantifiable metrics. Job promotions, titles, salary, and material possessions were the yardsticks I used to gauge my achievements. However, as I've grown older and retired from my corporate career, my perspective on success has shifted. In this episode, I discuss the six common e…

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211. How Much Money is Enough to Be Happy in Retirement with Luke Mathers 16:55

1y ago16:55

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If you ever thought that if you were set financially and money was no issue, you would retire immediately and just enjoy life, you might want to listen to this episode. I had the pleasure of chatting with Luke Mathers, a two-time retiree and successful entrepreneur. Luke shares his experience of retiring at a young age, after selling his lucrative …

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How to Make Your Expat SEO Awesome with Sarah Moon 50:28

1y ago50:28

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Get set for a thrilling journey through the intriguing world of SEO with our remarkable guest, Sarah Moon. With her roots in Luxembourg and extended stay in Ireland, Sarah Is it possible to get SEO traction if your content and marketing is in, say English (for example!) but you live in Germany? I…

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210. Retirement is Dead, Long Live Retirement (Modern Retirement, That Is!) 19:01

1y ago19:01

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In this episode, we discuss the key themes and characteristics of modern retirement, as well as the changing attitudes towards work and purpose in midlife. We explore the desire to continue working after retirement, the need for additional income due to longevity, and the shift toward making a difference and leaving a legacy. Friends of the pod and…

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How a Udemy Course Lead to Thousands of Euros in Client Contracts with Emily Hughes 54:59

1y ago54:59

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? Emily Hughes is an American and the founder of Emily Claire & Co an agency that specializes in copywriting and influencer marketing for B2C female founders, based out of Hamburg. Emily has a great 'How I ended up in Germany story.' She was working as a performer on a German cruise ship! After doc…

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209. The Modern Retiree Manifesto: A Framework for Retiring in the 21st Century 13:52

1y ago13:52

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This week, we're wrapping up the special series on Modern Retirement. In previous episodes, we've talked about why reframing retirement is a necessary must-do. I've shared my messy retirement journey. And we've discussed the 7 skills we need to navigate retirement in the 21st century. Today, I want to walk you through a framework that I've been wor…

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208. Beyond Financials: The Skills We Need To Navigate Retirement in the 21st Century 26:20

1y ago26:20

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EPISODE SUMMARY This is the third episode in our series on Modern Retirement in the 21st century. The traditional idea of retirement as a life of rest and leisure is no longer appealing to many people, and slogans like "Never Retire" have gained popularity. In previous episodes, we've discussed why we need to reframe retirement and actively reshape…

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207. My Unplanned, Messy, and Chock-Full O'Lessons Retirement Story 14:47

1y ago14:47

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EPISODE SUMMARY It's difficult to talk about the mess when you're in the middle of the mess. This is the "true" story behind my retirement story - i.e., what happened when (and why) I left my corporate career. It's recorded with the benefit of hindsight, of course, and only with some distance that enabled some reflection and connecting of dots. My …

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206. What Even Is Retirement Anymore? Should Retirement Still Be A Goal? 17:14

1+ y ago17:14

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EPISODE SUMMARY Retirement in the 21st century looks and feels different from how our parents experienced their retirement. It’s even going to be different from how we, once upon a time, might have imagined ourselves retiring. And while the loudest messages out there about retirement are all about financial security, investment strategies, and grow…

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Brewing Success: Hungry Tea Masters Entrepreneurial Journey in Germany 48:46

1+ y ago48:46

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Like the show? Have a burning question? Send a text? In this episode I talk with Laura Ung, a performance marketing manager by day and along with her partner Stewart is a tea master when not at her 9-5. Coming from Southeast Asia, she trod an uncommon path, navigating language barriers, cultural differences, and a challenging experience with a micr…

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Ep. 037 Leftovers 006 30:58

1+ y ago30:58

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The ladies are back with another dish of leftovers. As the ladies head into the summer months they finish up the season strong. Jen finally dishes on what's new in her life, Yvonne give some updates of the hectic summer coming her. We want to thank you all for sticking with us and enjoying our episodes. We are planning on returning as soon as every…

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205. [Midlife Well-Being] Keeping Our Brains Healthy with Allison Liu 40:49

1+ y ago40:49

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EPISODE SUMMARY Are you concerned about your brain health and the risk of cognitive decline? Do you believe that memory loss is a natural part of aging? In this episode, I interview brain health professional Allison Liu, who shares practical steps to protect and improve our brain health. We discuss the importance of taking care of our brains, debun…

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