Posts by Kristen Edens
Volunteerism: The New Fountain of Youth
You’ve worked hard. Played a little—probably not enough. And now you’re ready for a new chapter but have no idea what you want to do. Perhaps you’re seeking a new career. Possibly you want to travel. Maybe you wish to develop new skills and talents, or you have a strong desire to share the knowledge…
Read MoreHow to Build Your Encore Website on a Budget
You’re in a new phase of life, and you’re ready to step out on a limb and do something crazy—like start a business. And you know what? Maybe it’s not so crazy after all. Check out these reports: According to a 2017 survey by Guidant Financial, business owners over the age of 50 accounted for 54% of…
Read MoreThe Missing Link to Work-Life Balance
When was the last time your life felt perfectly balanced? Or you were successfully dedicating just the right amount of time and energy to the people, places, and things that mattered most to you? Or your efforts flowed seamlessly to meet your daily personal and professional needs? Chances are good, your answer might be, “Maybe…
Read MoreThe Evolution of Entrepreneurship
My 18th year was a big year for me: I graduated high school, got a part-time summer job and started college that fall. Sound familiar? For many Baby Boomers and Gen X folks, that was the norm. We were expected to follow the path laid out by our parents and grandparents. It was the vision…
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