How to Pivot to a Career that Fulfills You: A Conversation with Shelley Maley of Dream Catcher Career Coaching
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
Release Date: 10/28/2025
Dating After Loss at 50+: How Donna Meador Found Love Again After Widowhood
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
Smart Dating Divas Embracing Love and Life Transitions with Donna Meador In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth™, host Donna interviews Donna Meador, who shares her incredible story of finding love later in life, navigating relationships with adult children, enduring financial hardships, and rebuilding her life after loss. Donna discusses the loss of her first husband, her journey to find new love, creating a blended family, and starting Smart Dating Divas. She highlights the importance of self-love, financial planning, and effective communication with loved ones. The episode offers...
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How to Manage Self-Care After Loss: An Impromptu Discussion with Donna Kendrick and Jim Gehan
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
In this edition of 'Widow Wisdom and Wealth™,' host Donna Kendrick and her husband Jim Gehan share an impromptu conversation about self-care, sleep, and community support after the loss of a spouse. They discuss the importance of creating a new normal, taking personal time, and addressing the guilt often felt by widows and widowers when they focus on their own needs. The episode highlights their personal experiences and offers practical advice for those navigating career challenges and parenthood after losing a partner. 00:00 Introduction to Widow Wisdom and Wealth...
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How to Pivot to a Career that Fulfills You: A Conversation with Shelley Maley of Dream Catcher Career Coaching
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
In this episode of 'Widow Wisdom and Wealth™,' host Donna Jean Kendrick welcomes career coach Shelly Malley, recently recognized as one of the top coaches in Philadelphia by Influence Digest in 2023. Shelly shares her extensive experience in HR and career coaching, offering insights into job search strategies, personal branding, and navigating career transitions, particularly for those dealing with loss and balancing family life. Shelly discusses her personal journey, including career pivots, the challenges of motherhood, and the impact of losing her mother at a young age. She also provides...
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How to Plan Your Own Fun Funeral: A Conversation with Kathy Lentz
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
In this episode of the 'Widow Wisdom and Wealth' podcast, host Donna Jean Kendrick chats with Kathy Lentz, owner of Kindred Soul, a company specializing in life celebrations. Kathy shares her journey to becoming a certified life celebrant and discusses the importance of pre-planning one's funeral to lighten the emotional burden on loved ones. They delve into various aspects of planning, including the personal touches that make a celebration of life memorable. They also discuss the value of openly communicating end-of-life wishes with loved ones. Kathy offers insights into her role, working...
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How to Cultivate Personal Growth and Leadership after Loss with Isabelle von Boetticher Fouchard
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
In this episode of the Widow Wisdom and Wealth Podcast, host Donna welcomes Isabelle Von Buscher, a woman of remarkable resilience and determination. Isabelle shares her inspiring journey of navigating career changes and raising a son after becoming a widow during pregnancy. From her role as a VP in the corporate world in Europe to working for a nonprofit and building a holistic health and coaching business in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, Isabelle recounts her life's transformations. She discusses the challenges of widowhood, single motherhood, and career shifts...
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Bringing Lightness into Grief with Marie Alessi
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth, Donna interviews Marie Alessi, who shares her journey into widowhood and how she has navigated the complexities of raising two boys while dealing with profound loss. Marie discusses her mission, her books, and her TED Talk, emphasizing her unique approach to leading through grief with joy. Marie recounts pivotal moments, including a crucial conversation with her late husband, the emotional struggles following his sudden death, and the support that helped her find a new purpose. Now a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and grief coach, Marie offers...
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How to Manage Parenting After Loss of a Spouse
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth, hosts Donna Hendrick and Jim Han discuss parenting after the loss of a spouse. They share their personal journeys—Donna's experience after losing her husband and Jim's experience after his ex-wife's passing. The episode covers how their core parenting skills evolved, the impact of grief timelines on their children's lives, and the balance between sensitivity and enabling behavior. Donna and Jim emphasize the importance of intuition, community support, and honest communication with children. The episode offers insights and anecdotes on handling...
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Navigating Parenthood and Career During Life Transitions: A Heartfelt Conversation
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
In this episode of 'Widow Wisdom and Wealth,' host Donna Kendrick and her husband Jim discuss the complexities of managing a career and parenting during life transitions, particularly in the aftermath of loss. They explore their personal experiences of giving up careers to focus on family, the challenges of solo parenting, and the importance of maintaining consistency while adapting to new circumstances. The conversation covers the evolution of their parenting styles, dealing with grief, and the significance of taking things one step at a time. Tune in for a candid and insightful discussion on...
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Rising from Divorce: A Journey to Entrepreneurship Success with Carolyn Dennis Johnson
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth, meet Carolyn Dennis Johnson, a resilient entrepreneur who shares her journey from being a single parent to successfully starting her own business at 65. Carolyn discusses how she navigated financial independence after her divorce, leaned on her community for support, and continuously pursued education and career changes. She offers valuable advice on staying open to opportunities, the importance of networking, and the potential benefits of temp work. Discover her inspiring story and gain insights on managing career transitions and...
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Navigating Career Change in Widowhood
Widow, Wisdom & Wealth™: Thriving in Career and Parenthood After Loss
In this episode of Widow Wisdom and Wealth, Donna Kendrick and her husband Jim reflect on the challenges of navigating parenthood and career after the loss of a spouse. They discuss managing grief, children's emotions, and the nuances of whether certain behaviors are grief-appropriate or age-appropriate. The conversation also delves into their personal experiences: Jim stepping back from his career to raise his kids and help start Donna's financial practice, and Donna rebuilding her career after her late husband’s death. The episode offers insights into balancing immediate needs...
info_outlineIn this episode of 'Widow Wisdom and Wealth™,' host Donna Jean Kendrick welcomes career coach Shelly Malley, recently recognized as one of the top coaches in Philadelphia by Influence Digest in 2023. Shelly shares her extensive experience in HR and career coaching, offering insights into job search strategies, personal branding, and navigating career transitions, particularly for those dealing with loss and balancing family life. Shelly discusses her personal journey, including career pivots, the challenges of motherhood, and the impact of losing her mother at a young age. She also provides practical advice for those considering a career change and highlights the importance of knowing oneself and marketing transferable skills.
00:00 Introduction to Widow Wisdom and Wealth
01:43 Meet Shelly Malley: Career Coach Extraordinaire
02:52 Shelly's Career Journey: From HR to Career Coaching
07:52 Balancing Career and Family: Shelly's Personal Story
10:02 Shelly's Childhood and Family Dynamics
19:39 Career Transitions and Coaching Insights
24:39 Top Tips for Career Change
25:45 Connecting with Shelly Malley
Thanks to our guest Shelley Maley
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https://www.dreamcatchercareercoaching.com
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https://www.instagram.com/dreamcatchercareer
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