ReaderAs an over sixty year old professional working in their own business, or considering it, you have developed the wisdom to know what matters most. And that doesn't always mean working. One of the things I aim to do is to help you to thrive as an independent professional by focusing on what fires your purpose—whether growing your business, continuing your lifelong learning, or leveraging AI to work smarter. Your independence is your strength, but it shines brightest when balanced with...
11 days ago • 5 min read
Hello Reader,Don’t Let Experience Go to Waste—Leverage It If you’re considering a pivot into consulting, freelancing, or purpose-led self-employment, here’s something to sit with: You don’t need to start over. You just need to see your experience differently. In the modern freelance economy, wisdom wins. Not hustle. Not credentials. But the ability to see patterns, offer clarity, and solve meaningful problems. Yet most professionals don’t know how to articulate their true value—and that’s...
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader,If you are one of a remarkable circle of women who are choosing to rewrite what “retirement” means. Not as an ending—but as a reinvention. You’re not fading out of the spotlight—you’re stepping into a new kind of leadership. One led by purpose, experience, and freedom. This month, I’m inviting you to reflect on three quiet but powerful levers that shape a thriving third act: curiosity vitality connection Ignite Your Curiosity The Power of Learning Without Pressure Staying...
25 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Work, Wander, and… Wi-Fi? This past month I went on a bit of an experiment: working while traveling — a “workation,” inspired by my podcast chat with Filip Drimalka. Three weeks on a cruise. One week on a bus tour in Japan. A laptop in one hand, coffee in the other. And a lot of lessons along the way. The cruise? Surprisingly productive — when I wasn’t distracted by shows, sightseeing, or saying yes to another dessert (I came back 2kg heavier). I did manage to keep up with some...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader,As I send out this newsletter, I’m in the final stretch of my cruise, preparing to land in Kagoshima—my first stop in Japan. While the idea of a “workation” sounded appealing, I’ve learned that balancing work and travel isn’t as effortless as it seems. The distractions are plenty, and the food? Simply too good to ignore. Next time, I might opt for a single destination—working first, then fully immersing myself in the experience. Despite the challenges, I’ve made significant...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader,It's now day 11 of my workation and today we land in Manila tomorrow, so I will be going ashore for the first time, just for the day. The trip has been very smooth with very friendly people and the crew. Food is great and I have to work hard to try and keep my weight down with all the dessert temptations at every meal, along with all the delicious courses. I am not winning at this stage!I have managed to get around to doing a bit of work during the trip using my MacBook Pro and a...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, Greetings from the high seas! It’s Day 5 of my 21-day Diamond Princess Cruise, and today, we’ve berthed at Alotau in Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea. While many passengers are heading ashore, I’m taking this time to soak in the views, drink a coffee, and write this newsletter. The food? Incredible—so much so that I'm going to bring home a couple of extra kilos! Although, I’m trying hard to balance it out with a daily gym session and plenty of stair-climbing between decks. The ship's...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader,At the start of this year, I planned to take things slow—easing back into work and waiting until April to relaunch the Wisepreneurs Podcast. But then, Filip Drimalka asked if I’d like to have him on the show. Just like that, we recorded episode 67 within a few hours, which went live last Friday. It was an opportunity I couldn’t pass up—Filip’s book, The Future of No Work, offers fascinating insights into how AI transforms how we work. Rather than fearing AI, we have a chance—at...
2 months ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader,I hope you’re holding on tight—this year seems to be racing! With time moving so fast, it’s a good reminder that how we use it matters as much as what we do with it. That’s where meta-effectiveness comes in. It’s not about cramming more into our schedules but about making the most of what we already know—strategically applying our experience, focusing on meaningful work, and adapting to change in ways that serve us. I want to explore how to work smarter, stay relevant, and ensure...
3 months ago • 3 min read