Reinvention after 50, second act careers, confidence in midlife, and personal growth are at the heart of this empowering episode of Casa De Confidence.

Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with Jacqueline R. Robinson, founder of Second Act Inspirations, to talk about what it really means to create a second act lifestyle—not just a new career, but a new way of living, thinking, and showing up in the world.

After being downsized at 55 following a 27-year corporate career, Jacqueline made a bold decision: instead of settling, she chose to rediscover herself. What followed was a journey of creativity, courage, and confidence that led her to build a platform dedicated to helping women over 50 reclaim their identity and purpose.

This conversation is a must-listen for any woman navigating midlife transitions, identity shifts, or the desire to start again.

🎯 In this episode, we discuss:

• What a “second act lifestyle” really means
• Navigating identity loss after a long career
• How to rebuild confidence in midlife
• Why you don’t need to have everything figured out
• The power of creativity in reinvention
• Overcoming fear and stepping out of your comfort zone
• Why community and “balcony people” matter
• How to turn life experience into purpose

✨ Key Takeaway

You are not done.

You are just getting started.

🔗 Connect with Jacqueline:
Website: https://secondactinspiration.com

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/secondactinspiration

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/secondactinspiration

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/secondactinspiration

🎧 Listen now and take your next brave step.

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Casa De Confidence is a podcast for women navigating midlife reinvention, entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal growth. Hosted by Julie DeLucca-Collins, the show explores confidence, sustainable business success, visibility, authority building, and aligned growth for women entrepreneurs ready to lead boldly and live intentionally. Through real conversations and practical insights, listeners gain clarity, strengthen confidence, and develop strategies to expand their impact, voice, and opportunities.

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Identity, resilience, racial identity, personal growth, and overcoming adversity—this episode of Casa De Confidence is one of the most powerful conversations yet.

Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with Ricky Weir, author of Illegitimately Blessed, to explore a deeply moving story of adoption, identity, belonging, and transformation. Ricky shares how he discovered the truth about his origins, navigated societal labels, and ultimately reframed his life as a blessing rather than a limitation.

From navigating a turbulent childhood to finding confidence through football, Ricky’s journey is a masterclass in mindset, resilience, and self-definition.

If you’ve ever struggled with identity, felt like you didn’t belong, or questioned how to move forward through adversity, this episode will meet you right where you are.

🎯 In this episode, we discuss:

• Growing up adopted and discovering your identity
• The impact of societal labels and how to break free from them
• Navigating racial identity and belonging
• Building confidence through sport and community
• Turning adversity into purpose
• Why life skills matter more than talent
• How to reframe your story and step into your power

🎁 SPECIAL GIVEAWAY: WIN A SIGNED COPY OF ILLEGITIMATELY BLESSED
Ricky is generously gifting 5 signed copies of his book to the first 5 listeners who answer the following questions correctly.

👉 Listen to the episode carefully (or grab the book 😉) and send in your answers.

✨ Quiz Questions:
1. Ricky’s birth father was born in:
a. South Africa
b. Nigeria
c. Scotland
2. Ricky’s adoptive father was born in:
a. Scotland
b. South Africa
c. Nigeria
3. Ricky’s birth father died by:
a. Car accident
b. Drowning
c. Illness
4. Ricky’s two mothers shared which name?
a. Mary
b. Marie
c. Margaret
5. Ricky’s parents found him:
a. In a newspaper
b. On a doorstep
c. In a children’s home

📩 Submit your answers as instructed in the show notes or email.

🏆 The first 5 listeners with all correct answers will receive a personally signed copy from Ricky (shipped at his cost).

🎧 Final Thought
This isn’t just a story about where Ricky came from.
It’s a

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Casa De Confidence is a podcast for women navigating midlife reinvention, entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal growth. Hosted by Julie DeLucca-Collins, the show explores confidence, sustainable business success, visibility, authority building, and aligned growth for women entrepreneurs ready to lead boldly and live intentionally. Through real conversations and practical insights, listeners gain clarity, strengthen confidence, and develop strategies to expand their impact, voice, and opportunities.

Liked this episode? Share it with your midlife woman, entrepreneur friends!

Love this show? Let us know how we helped you increase your confidence by leaving a review.

For more about me and what I do, check out my website.

If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, be positioned as an authority in your industry, and impact the masses, schedule a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my coaching programs.

Follow Julie DeLucca-Collins on Instagram at @julie_deluccacollins

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If you’ve ever felt stuck, questioned your path, or wondered why confidence feels just out of reach, this episode is for you.

In this powerful conversation, Julie and Dan sit down with Danielle Spencer to explore what it really takes to break free from limiting beliefs, shift your mindset, and step into the next version of yourself with confidence.

This episode dives deep into personal growth, identity, and the internal work required to create lasting change in your life and business. Danielle shares insights on how our past experiences shape our present decisions, and how awareness is the first step toward transformation.

If you’re a woman entrepreneur, leader, or someone navigating a major life transition, you’ll walk away with practical tools and a new perspective on what’s possible for you.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How limiting beliefs are formed and how to break them
• The connection between mindset and confidence
• Why identity shifts are necessary for growth
• Overcoming self-doubt and stepping into your next level
• The role of awareness in personal transformation
• How to take aligned action even when you feel uncertain

This is the kind of conversation that meets you where you are and helps you move forward.

🔗 Connect with Danielle:
Website: https://daniellespencer.org/

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-spencer-20aa6926a/

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/daniellespencer3647/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanielleSpencer-hv5fh

🎧 Listen now and take your next brave step.

Support the show

Casa De Confidence is a podcast for women navigating midlife reinvention, entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal growth. Hosted by Julie DeLucca-Collins, the show explores confidence, sustainable business success, visibility, authority building, and aligned growth for women entrepreneurs ready to lead boldly and live intentionally. Through real conversations and practical insights, listeners gain clarity, strengthen confidence, and develop strategies to expand their impact, voice, and opportunities.

Liked this episode? Share it with your midlife woman, entrepreneur friends!

Love this show? Let us know how we helped you increase your confidence by leaving a review.

For more about me and what I do, check out my website.

If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, be positioned as an authority in your industry, and impact the masses, schedule a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my coaching programs.

Follow Julie DeLucca-Collins on Instagram at @julie_deluccacollins