Midlife Makeover Show with Wendy Valentine

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The Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Hormone Health, Divorce Recovery, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully, Finding Purpose

November 18, 2025 ∙ 49 mins
Episode 6

About

In this inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy talks with Christian business and podcast coach Stefanie Gass about purpose, calling, and why midlife is the perfect time to begin again. Stefanie shares her journey from corporate success to surrender, healing, and ultimately building a thriving God-led business—and how simple obedience and messy action can transform your entire life.

 

What You’ll Learn

  • Why your breakdowns often reveal your true calling
  • The power of surrender and trusting God with the next step
  • Why midlife is the ideal time to start a podcast or purpose-driven business
  • How podcasting creates impact, freedom, and long-term legacy
  • Why your life experiences are your most valuable credentials

 

🎧 Tune in now at https://TheMidlifeMakeoverShow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!

 

✨Read the blog: 304 🎙️ Grow a Successful Purpose-Driven Online Business with Stefanie Gass at https://wendyvalentine.com/grow-a-successful-online-business/ 

 

👉 Connect with Stefanie!

https://stefaniegass.com

Get Stef's 5-day Profitable Podcast Bootcamp for FREE!

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Podcast

The Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Hormone Health, Divorce Recovery, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully, Finding Purpose

Episode

6

Date

November 18, 2025

Length

49 mins
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