After a brief hiatus we're back and digging into Ageism in the workplace. Jane shares her real-time challenges, and, of course, it made perfect sense to us to share what we've learned with you!

Age discrimination remains one of the most pervasive yet least discussed barriers in today's job market. What happens when decades of valuable experience become a liability rather than an asset? How do you navigate a system that often values youth over wisdom?

Drawing from personal experience and backed by research, we peel back the layers of workplace ageism and its profound impact on job seekers over 45. The statistics are startling—78% of older workers have experienced age discrimination, yet only 25% of companies have policies to address it. Women face a double bias, with significantly lower callback rates for interviews compared to younger candidates.

We explore practical, actionable strategies for combating these hidden barriers: from owning your value during salary negotiations to reframing your years of experience as "depth" rather than just time served. Learn why updating your personal brand, building multi-generational networks, and strategically adjusting your resume can make a crucial difference in your job search journey.

The conversation takes an inspiring turn toward creating your own opportunities when traditional doors remain closed. It's no coincidence that women over 48 represent the largest demographic entering entrepreneurship today—many are building their own doors when existing ones won't open.

Perhaps most valuable is our discussion of psychological resilience in the face of rejection. The simple yet powerful technique of naming your negative inner voice and dismissing it with a firm "not today" provides an immediate tool for maintaining confidence during a challenging job search.

Whether you're currently experiencing ageism, supporting someone who is, or simply preparing for future career transitions, this episode offers both validation and practical wisdom for navigating the complex intersection of age, experience, and employment in today's workforce. Subscribe now and join the conversation about creating more inclusive workplaces for professionals of all ages.

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Catch up with Janice & Jane while we explore how relationships evolve when parenting adult children and the challenges of finding the right balance between offering guidance and respecting independence.

• Setting boundaries when visiting adult children's homes or around grandchildren
• Leading with curiosity instead of instruction when adult children make different choices
• Effective mantras that guide parenting at any stage like "don't put it down, put it away"
• The cautionary tale of Ruby Franke and how social media fame can corrupt family dynamics
• Importance of having trusted people who will check your blind spots and speak hard truths
• How focus on external validation can lead to dangerous parenting decisions
• Finding balance between documenting childhood moments and respecting children's privacy

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Join us as we explore grief, privacy, and social media’s impact on personal sharing. We discuss our recent experiences of losing a pet and the complexities of choosing what to share or keep private in a digital age.

• Understanding the process of grieving a pet
• Impacts of oversharing personal moments on social media
• The importance of mental pictures versus shared images
• Insights on navigating family communications about sharing
• Reflections on a two-week social media detox experience
• Finding healthier habits and using time productively
• The role of intentionality in sharing personal stories
• Examining boundaries regarding family privacy and sharing choices

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