Every time I interview a 40-something woman for 40:20 Vision I ask them what 3 “gifts” would they give a 20-something if they were a “Forty-Godmother”. Here are one woman’s gifts: 1. To make enough money that you can support yourself well and to have enough good friends around that you enjoy doing things with […] Read more…
September 2013 archive
Sending thanks
Today we have a post from Stephanie Florence, 40:20 Vision’s contributing / Millennial editor, reflecting on the impact people have on our lives. ~ When you think of your favorite teacher, your best coach and your childhood best friend, what do they have in common? For me, I […] Read more…
Female Comedians on Standing Up
“Women who behave seldom make history.” – Comedian Judy Gold* This weekend I watched a documentary on women in comedy on Showtime that reminded me of what many women say about turning 40 — you just don’t care as much what people think any more. You say what you think with more abandon on one […] Read more…
10 Ways To Play Big
I’ve enjoyed getting to know Tara Sophia-Mohr, writer, life coach and personal growth teacher, ever since discovering her 1o Rules for Brilliant Women and interviewing her for 40:20 Vision. As a big fan of helping women find their voice, I love her “Playing Big” program, a three-month online leadership program that is based on her lifelong passion for […] Read more…
Three Wishes for a 20-Something (129)
Every time I interview a 40-something woman for 40:20 Vision I ask them what 3 “gifts” would they give a 20-something if they were a “Forty-Godmother”. Here are one woman’s gifts: 1. Learn to say no to people. I wish I had learned that earlier. Feeling all the pressure from my family and feeling […] Read more…
How To Get Rid Of The Voice In Your Head That Says “I’m Not Ready”
I have long been a fan of Tara Sophia Mohr and her straight-forward and actionable philosophy on gaining confidence. This is an interview I did with her a little over a year ago on her “Playing Big” program. I find it a good reminder and a great program to check out if you are interested! […] Read more…
Guest Post: Falling in Love at Forty vs. Twenty
Falling in love is a heady thing no matter your age. The feelings of giddiness, butterflies and hope when you fall head-over-heels in love at forty can be as powerful as falling in love as a twenty-something. But there are differences between love at twenty and love […] Read more…
Three Gifts for a 20-Something (128)
Every time I interview a 40-something woman for 40:20 Vision I ask them what 3 “gifts” would they give a 20-something if they were a “Forty-Godmother”. Here are one woman’s gifts: 1. To never be afraid to ask for fear of “looking stupid” or not knowing. You will learn and grow so much faster […] Read more…