The Myth of ‘Too Late’ and ‘Too Early

Have you ever felt like you missed your moment—or that you jumped too soon? In this episode, Boomer wisdom meets Gen Z optimism as Paula Washington and Deshea Shepard unpack why timing is often more of a construct than a truth.

From cultural pressures to hit certain milestones “on time,” to breaking the myth that purpose has an expiration date, we explore how to boldly step into your next chapter—whether you’re 22 or 72.

Inside this episode:

• How to see age as an asset rather than a limitation
• Why “readiness” is a myth, and why action creates clarity
• Real examples of success found later in life—and bold moves made early
• How to rewrite your internal timeline so it’s built on alignment, not fear
• Practical questions to help you take bold, aligned action right now

Encore Wisdom: “Purpose doesn’t expire. And it doesn’t need a perfect timestamp to be valid.”

Whether you’re shaping your first act or stepping into your encore, this conversation will remind you: you are right on time.