Exploring Identity, Reinvention, and Finding One's Purpose

This week on SuperAge, we're joined by Barbara Roberts, an influential voice in the world of entrepreneurship and personal transformation. Barbara, a seasoned entrepreneur who's experienced the highs and lows of building and selling companies, shares her insightful perspectives on the identity crisis that often follows major life transitions, such as selling a business. She stresses the importance of understanding how work provides structure, purpose, and community, and how losing these can lead to challenging times. Barbara delves into the concept of "reinvention," urging listeners to see transitions as opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Her focus on practical steps and self-reflection for navigating life changes is both inspiring and grounding. Furthermore, Barbara discusses the evolving role of women in entrepreneurship and the corporate world, highlighting the significant strides made and the challenges still faced. As a thought leader, Barbara's insights are invaluable for anyone facing their own crossroads, offering guidance on how to move forward with courage and purpose.

What kind of SuperAger are you? Check the SuperAge Quiz and find out! (visit: ageist.com/quiz)

Thanks to our sponsors:
Sundays — Sundays is healthy, fresh dog food made of human-grade ingredients that is easy to store and serve. No synthetic nutrients or artificial ingredients. Just good quality food for your pup. Get 40% off your first order at http://SundaysForDogs.com/AGEIST or enter code: AGEIST at checkout.

DIVI – take back control of your hair and scalp health, and do it with Divi's clean, science-backed ingredients. Listeners get 20% off your first Divi order at diviofficial.com/AGEIST or enter code "AGEIST" at checkout.

Timeline Nutrition — our favorite supplement for cell support and mitochondrial function. Listeners receive 10% off your first order of Mitopure with code AGEIST at TimelineNutrition.com/ageist.

Key Moments
"So I also like to really highlight even to people who don't necessarily think they have this innovative entrepreneur or problem solving ability. Every human being had to do this the first day that you were on lockdown, you know, mothers, fathers, children had to figure out what they were going to do with their limited resources in their new world."

"To make a substantial change, you have to go into what's known as cocooning. You actually have to go through almost a mourning period for what you did accomplish running that company. What did you leave behind? And by necessity, you have to spend some time alone, particularly coming out of that experience of people, people, people coming at you. With that in mind, it is really important to get into nature."

"There's a certain amount of courage that is needed to move forward to be useful with people."

Get In Touch with Barbara

LinkedIn
Columbia Profile
The Owner’s Journey White Paper

Full Transcript

Say hi to the AGEIST team!