Getting started as an entrepreneur can be a scary process. When you’re accustomed to having a reliable paycheck from a company, the idea of creating your own income can be hard. But if you have the dream of entrepreneurship, it can be a hard one to shake. Starting a business often becomes a second career after working as an employee. A desire to set their own schedule, reap the benefits of the business’s profits, and build something from the ground up are just some reasons people cite for transitioning into entrepreneurship. But it isn’t easy, and there are some basic characteristics you need to have to make it a successful journey. In today’s episode of Creating Your Encore Career, Chris Lalomia, owner of The Trusted Toolbox in Atlanta, Georgia, joins Lynn to talk about how he made the leap from a career in mechanical engineering to founding his successful handyman company. At 37 years old, he couldn’t ignore his dream of owning a business any longer. It coincided with the recession of 2008, but he persevered, his company survived, and today, he has 40 employees in the metro Atlanta market. Chris Lalomia is still learning business lessons 14 years into his second career, and he shares some of his insights with Lynn. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: Chris Lalomia’s background in engineering and banking, why he started his business, The Trusted Toolbox, and what his company looks like today The roadblocks he faced as he shifted into entrepreneurship and how his business plan helped keep him on track How Chris decided what he needed help with as he developed his business and how he prioritizes his time Why culture plays a role in how he runs his company and the feedback he receives from other entrepreneurs How timing and the effort you’re willing to put forth affect your business The reason you’re selling yourself to your customers as much as you are your product The three things you need to become a successful entrepreneur What The Trusted Toolbox has in its future Chris’s advice for those seeking an encore or second career   Now, for some action steps: Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Visit Chris Lalomia’s website: https://thetrustedtoolbox.com Listen to the podcast: The Small Business Safari Get the book: From the Zoo to the Wild: Your Guide to Entrepreneurial Freedom and Wealth Visit Chris’s LinkedIn page: linkedin.com/in/chrislalomia   My Resources: A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey encorecareermindset.com   My Website https://www.lynnfriesth.com/   Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn *** Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

Today’s adults are living longer, healthier lives. In years past, when someone retired, they could expect to live another ten or 15 years, leaving plenty of time just to enjoy the fruits of a lifetime of hard work. But retirement can become less appealing when you’re facing 20 or 30 years of nothing but leisure--and perhaps some boredom. It can be daunting to face starting a new career at 60, but an encore career can be rewarding in many ways. You may need to reposition yourself in the market to reflect your value proposition to fit your new career target. You might even need to polish your networking skills. With thoughtful planning, your encore career can be exactly what you envision. In this episode, Lynn’s guest is Gina Riley, a career transition coach who teaches leaders and executives how to step into new careers. With her nine-step Career Velocity system, Gina works with her clients on marketing, LinkedIn, job searches, strategy, networking, and becoming thought leaders in their areas of expertise. Gina reveals some of her secrets to elevating her clients’ confidence while guiding them toward their new career adventures. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: How Gina Riley transitioned from a career in HR to inventing a nine-step model designed for executives and leaders to help them navigate the messy middle Why an extended career has become even more important as we are living healthier and longer lives The amount of time having a growth mindset can add to your lifespan How Gina assists her clients in transitioning to a new career by laying the groundwork before the change Your value proposition in a new field and the role of a diverse network in your career transition The steps to build your value proposition in your encore career using Gina’s recommended tools Why you should be approaching your encore career with a spirit of inquiry and curiosity How to create a unique value proposition and talk about it with confidence and clarity How she teaches her clients to become thought leaders The reason to start making a plan for your encore career before it’s time to make the leap Now, for some action steps: Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Books by William Bridges: https://wmbridges.com/books/ Read: YouMap Visit Gina’s website: https://ginarileyconsulting.com/ My Resources: A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey encorecareermindset.com My Website https://www.lynnfriesth.com/ Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.  

Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere right now. With the introduction of ChatGPT and other powerful AI tools on the horizon, it will become an unavoidable component of future work. As it matures, AI will become more potent over time. Knowing how and when to use it will be crucial as you form your encore career. If you plan to be a solo entrepreneur, AI could save you precious time. In this episode of Creating Your Encore Career, Lynn shares what he’s learned over the past few months about AI, how he’s implementing ChatGPT into his workflow, and why you should be learning about it. Learn about ChatGPT, what AI may be able to do for you in the future, how you can multiply your skills and talents, and create more impact by implementing AI. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: What artificial intelligence is, what it’s used for, and what it can do The ethical implications of AI and how the “rules” may change around its use How you may be able to multiply your skills and talents, and create more impact by implementing AI into your work The drawbacks of AI and how it may improve with time Why there’s no such thing as information overload How Lynn is using ChatGPT, the cost, and what it can do What Jasper AI is, and how it can be used to create content Searchie and how it has incorporated AI into its platform Why it’s important to understand how to use AI tools as you develop your encore career What AI will be able to accomplish in the future Now, for some action steps: Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Read: Digital Doppelgangers Try: ChatGPT Check out: Jasper AI Review: Searchie My Resources: A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey encorecareermindset.com My Website https://www.lynnfriesth.com/ Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about.   If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.  

Just like you designed what your career looked like, you also have the ability to plan what your retirement looks like. With some vision and planning, you can have the retirement that most fulfills you. The decision to retire will impact the next 20-30 years of your life. While you may decide that a life of leisure is exactly what you want your retirement to look like, many retirees look forward to a new retirement--a retirement where they choose when and how much to work, possibly in an entirely different field than their previous career. In this episode, Lynn reviews Mike Drak’s book, Longevity Lifestyle by Design, and why this is a must-read if you’re considering retirement in the near future. He covers the concepts in the book, why the retirement dip can be a period of confusion, and the six principles of a long and happy retirement. If retirement is on your horizon and you’re beginning to explore your options--whether it’s a leisurely retirement or embarking on a whole new career--this episode is for you. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: Why you should read Mike Drak’s book Longevity Lifestyle by Design The concepts Mike Drak covers in his book The three types of retirees What the retirement dip is and why it’s a period of confusion The seven fundamental needs in retirement The concept of significance, identity, and mattering The six principles for a long and happy retirement Mike Drak’s nine-step model for designing your longevity lifestyle Designing what your legacy will look like Now, for some action steps: Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Visit Mike Drak’s website: Retirement Wisdom Read Mike’s book for free: Longevity Lifestyle by Design My Resources: A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey encorecareermindset.com My Website https://www.lynnfriesth.com/ Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

If you aren’t looking forward to retirement, you’re not alone. You might instead be looking forward to not retiring. With an encore career, you can create value in the world beyond just winning the next pickleball game. You can transition into the role of silver entrepreneur and make a difference using your unique skills and talents. A big part of beginning your journey to an encore career is finding your purpose and identifying why you do what you do. You may need to learn new skills or create different habits from those you developed during your corporate career. Today’s episode is about making a smooth encore transition and discovering your purpose. Along his journey, Lynn took classes, read books, and leaned into his natural curiosity to discover how his entrepreneurial journey would differ from his corporate life. He shares some of the resources that may help you find your passion and the questions you should ask yourself before jumping into a post-retirement career. Lynn wants to help you find the momentum you need as you form your encore career with the lessons he’s learned along the way. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: Why you should consider taking Modern Elder Academy courses Why Lynn decided to pursue an encore career How curiosity has both aided and hindered him in his entrepreneurial journey Preparing for a nonlinear life post-corporate career Facing the onset of grief at retirement The six Ps of transition: personal, physical, psychological, parting and passing, professional, and purpose Purpose evolves The elements in your previous career that brought you joy and whether you’re looking for comfort or growth Ikigai and its four elements What Lynn has learned on his entrepreneurial journey Now, for some action steps: Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Visit Modern Elder Academy: https://www.modernelderacademy.com/ Read: Life is in the Transitions Read: Longevity Lifestyle by Design My Resources: A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey encorecareermindset.com My Website https://www.lynnfriesth.com/ Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

Retirement today looks different than it did 20 years ago. With more and more people choosing to begin another career post-retirement, it’s essential to start planning what that looks like before you get there. An encore career shouldn’t be an afterthought. Instead, your next chapter should be carefully considered and may or may not be related to the one you just left. Justin Smith is a financial advisor who specializes in helping executives and successful professionals design their next chapters. In the financial services industry since 2005, designing “victory laps” for his clients has become his specialty. In this episode, you’ll hear what you need to know from a financial standpoint to begin designing your victory lap. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: How retirement goals have changed and why the hybrid approach to retirement is gaining steam Why your 50s is the perfect time to begin thinking about your encore career Why your encore career plan and your retirement plan need to be woven together Justin Smith’s encore career matrix Why it’s important to begin exploring your second career before taking the plunge How a personal brand and networking can help position your business The five critical components you need to make sure you meet your business goals Why it’s crucial to balance your financial risks at this stage of life The catch-up strategies you can take to get where you want to be Now, for some action steps: Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday The Career Crossroads Workbook My Resources: A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey encorecareermindset.com My Website https://www.lynnfriesth.com/ Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

Mentorship can be transformational for people who don’t yet see their potential. A mentor can help you realize your ability and propel your career forward. Having a mentor can also help you create a network, and when you embark on your journey as an entrepreneur, you can reach out to that network for assistance. Those relationships can enrichen and broaden your level of expertise as well as offer new perspectives. This episode of Creating Your Encore Career features Ellin Sidell. She recently left a 35-year career in the corporate world, working for companies like Nestle, Microsoft, and Costco, to start her own business. Today, Ellin uses her leadership and mentorship knowledge to coach others. Making the shift from employee to entrepreneur can be difficult, but as Ellin shares with Lynn, her creativity and personal brand now knows no bounds. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: What led Ellin Sidell to become an entrepreneur after a successful 35-year-long corporate career What her business does and what inspired its mission How her life changed when she moved to entrepreneurship and the new skills she’s acquired The definition of leveraged mentorship, how it can build relationships, and how it adds value How peer learning can enrich your learning and development The services Ellin plans to offer, what her brand will be, and how people can grow themselves Now, for some action steps: Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Visit Ellin Sidell’s website: https://ellinsidell.com/ Download Ellin’s free guide: 20 Mentorship Questions My Resources: A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey encorecareermindset.com My Website https://www.lynnfriesth.com/ Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn *** Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. 

Becoming a thought leader in your business niche can be a game-changer. But what makes someone a thought leader? How do you transition from a business owner to an influential entrepreneur? One thing that sets thought leaders apart is their ability to recognize their value. Along with their innate desire to help others, their capacity to grow is unmatched. Nicky Billou is the President and CEO of eCircle Academy, helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses to $250,000+ per year. His family immigrated from Iran to Toronto, Canada, when he was a child, where he is still based. He teaches business owners to become thought leaders and take their incomes to the next level. On this episode of Creating Your Encore Career, Lynn explores how your business can experience exponential growth using Nicky’s methods. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: Why you need to have a niche for your business What the strategy of preeminence is and why it matters How charging more for your services can create a sense of value for your customers Why it’s important to connect to the consequences of your business emotionally The reason thought leaders are heart leaders first Now, for some action steps: Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday My Resources: A quick guide to help you get started on your Encore Journey encorecareermindset.com My Website https://www.lynnfriesth.com/ Nicky Billou’s Free eBook https://ecircleacademy.mykajabi.com/ebook Schedule a Free Success Call https://ecircleacademy.com/appointments/ Nicky Billou’s Books https://www.amazon.com/s?k=nicky+billou&i=stripbooks&crid=2EUP5GD07XLEJ&sprefix=nicky+billou%2Cstripbooks%2C78&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_12 Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast1 to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com.

Sheila Wilkinson has many titles: attorney, social worker, coach, speaker, and educator. She is known as The Joyful Lawyer™ because she loves what she does and who she helps. I met Sheila at an entrepreneurial conference in October and was intrigued by the many different threads she pursued in her work. She is a perfect example of an entrepreneur with a Portfolio Career. In this episode, we discuss the concept of Portfolio Careers. We talk about why freedom in your work and life is so essential, no matter what stage of life you are in, and how our culture is transitioning to be more receptive to that. Sheila also gives us some great ideas for how we can create our own Portfolio Careers. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: What work looks like for Sheila these days. How COVID allowed her to reset. How she helps clients dig deep to both see where they are and where they want to go. Why we should be open to having multiple careers. Why we need to focus on adding value, not just adding activity. The concept of “Human Design.” What the sunk cost fallacy is. Why Sheila makes rest a priority. Now, for some action steps: Follow Sheila on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheilamwilkinson/ Check out Sheila’s website: https://sheilawilkinson.com/ Listen to Sheila’s podcast: https://creativesed.libsyn.com/ Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz My Resources: To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/ Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

Jason Frazell is a growth and leadership coach for high-impact people and teams. He has a background in tech and is an expert personal brand strategist. Jason has coached high performers and job seekers that work at some of the most prestigious tech companies, including Google, Meta (Facebook), Coinbase, and Spotify. In this episode, Jason and I are sitting down to talk all about entrepreneurship. Because he has such a depth of experience working with entrepreneurs, he has some amazing insights and advice to share with all of us. He’s also sharing his top tips for making the sometimes overwhelming transition from working for someone else to working for yourself. We'll dive deeper into these concepts: Jason’s journey as an entrepreneur. Things that helped him transition from being an employee to working independently. The mindset shifts you must make when you become an entrepreneur. Skills that will be very helpful when you first begin your Encore Career. Why time and value aren’t necessarily the same thing. What Jason sees coming in the new year. Now, for some action steps: Check out Jason’s website: https://www.jasonfrazell.com/ Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonfrazell/ Download the free worksheet: Three Steps You Need for a More Productive Workday Take the Encore Career Clarity Quiz My Resources: To get started on Your Encore journey, sign up for my resource: 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a Successful Mindset My Website: https://www.lynnfriesth.com/ Please leave a Rating and Review: Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Creating Your Encore Career is all about. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at https://www.lynnfriesth.com/podcast to download it. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Creating Your Encore Career. — Lynn Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com