In the final episode of Reinvent Yourself, Lesley Jane Seymour sits down with Brooke Dougherty and Evelyn Sprigg—two inspiring women who reinvented their lives and careers through a shared love of beauty and skincare. Brooke, a former creative executive, became a formulator at 68, while Evelyn, a longtime beauty marketer, found renewed purpose after leaving a high-pressure role. Together, they launched Just Us Skincare, a brand focused on the often-overlooked needs of aging and hormonal skin. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about resilience, reinvention, and creating community through meaningful, effective skincare.

About the Speakers:

Brook Dougherty is the author of the memoir, Nothing To Write Home About, and a longtime supporter of domestic violence victims. Brook became a formulator at the age of 68 and is Founder and Chief Alchemist at JustUs Skincare alongside Evelyn Sprigg.

Evelyn Sprigg, a veteran of the NYC advertising and PR industry working for some of the world's largest beauty brands, is now CEO and Co-founder of JustUs Skincare.

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In this episode of Reinvent Yourself, Lesley Jane Seymour sits down with Marni Batista, a transformational coach and life strategist, who shares her incredible journey of reinvention. From her early aspirations of becoming a teacher and a news reporter to finding her true calling in coaching, Batista has navigated various career paths before discovering her passion for helping women live authentically. Together, they explore the common fears and societal pressures that hold women back from pursuing their dreams, as well as the importance of self-love and personal growth. Batista offers practical advice on how to break free from the notion that "work will love you back" and encourages listeners to embrace their own reinvention journeys with courage and intention.

About the Speaker:

Marni Battista is a life strategist, transformational coach, podcast host and author. Her straightforward approach helps successful women find the courage to stop letting life live them, so that they can start LIVING life on THEIR terms.

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n this episode of Reinvent Yourself, Lesley Jane Seymour talks with executive recruiter and author Al Poulson about how to stand out in today’s digital hiring landscape. With over 25 years in corporate America, Al shares practical tips on tailoring your resume, connecting with hiring managers, and communicating your value—especially for women and older candidates facing age-related bias. Whether you're pivoting careers or reentering the job market, this conversation is packed with actionable advice to help you land the role you deserve.

About the Guest:

Al Polson is a former Fortune 500 executive with over 25 years of corporate leadership experience and founder of The Colonial Group, a top executive recruiting firm serving the manufacturing industry across the U.S. and abroad. Guided by “The Golden Rule,” Al built a business known for integrity and respect, helping thousands of jobseekers find meaningful careers. He also taught management and supply chain courses as an adjunct professor at the University of Virginia and holds both a Bachelor’s and MBA from the University of Richmond. Now retired, Al enjoys writing, painting, traveling, golf, and fishing.

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