March is Women’s History Month and I attended an event called “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs.” The event took place at the VEDC (Valley Economic Development Center) and was hosted by Travelers Insurance, a company that provides insurance for small businesses. The VEDC is a non-profit organization in Los Angeles that helps small businesses grow and receive capital. They have … [Read more...]
Lustre Online Magazine: For Older Women Entering Retirement
Lustre is an online magazine for professional women who are seeking a modern retirement. It was founded by Erica and Karen, who were both lawyers in New York City. They describe their project in their own words below. Facing retirement and changing it Forty years in the workforce. Hundreds of millions in buying power. Vast and varied experience. And a strong desire to … [Read more...]
Does Dealing with Overwhelm Make You Crazy as You Get Older?
Are you overwhelmed and feel like you're losing your mind. The way we deal with it may change as we get older. It's possible that dementia is setting in, but it’s more likely that you're being bombarded with stimuli to the point your brain is foggy. Nowadays, everything under the sun is coming at us, online, on TV, at work. and in everyday life, so it's no wonder you're in … [Read more...]
How to Live Your Purpose After You Retire
Once you are older, it's not unusual to contemplate how to live your purpose as a way to leave a legacy when you're gone. You may have worked for years at a job, are retired, or about to retire. You may have re-invented yourself several times and never stuck to one thing long enough to be successful. Or you dedicated a huge portion of time taking care of others. The … [Read more...]