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#36: How does a Serial Professional morph into an Entrepreneur?

Kickass Boomers

Release Date: 06/14/2021

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Our Kickass Boomer of the Day is Sharon Christie, a nurse for 6 years and a lawyer for 35. She joins us today to talk about her career as a serial professional, particularly her new business coaching female lawyer-entrepreneurs at Bold Women Lawyers. She also shares some inspiring pieces of advice for boomers who are now contemplating retirement. 

Join me in this episode and learn why Sharon is a Kickass Boomer! 

[00:01 - 03:04] Opening Segment

  • I introduce and welcome Sharon Christie
    • Nurse and lawyer 
    • Interest in policy and law 

[03:05 - 13:20] No Retirement For Sharon 

  • Why she wanted to work by herself 
  • The unique way that women communicate with one another 
  • Sharon did not retire but started a new business
    • She shares her reasons 

[13:21 - 20:15] Bold Women Lawyers 

  • How Boomers can cope with the ever-changing technology
  • What’s with the word “bold” why does Sharon like it? 
  • The hardest part for women in starting a business 

[20:16 - 23:02] Closing Segment 

  • How can the Boomer Nation connect with you? 
    • Links below
  • Sharon’s parting advice for baby boomers 
  • Final announcements 

 

Tweetable Quotes:

“It’s the social side, those connections, and it’s also the challenges, the brain challenges, that keeps your brain active.” - Sharon Christie

“If you want to do it, do it. Don’t be held down by other people’s views...” - Sharon Christie

 

Resources mentioned

 

Connect with Sharon on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

Download The 3 Foundational Pillars Your Law Business Should Stand On To Drive Success at Bold Women Lawyers

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BEE BOLD, NOT OLD. 

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