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Martinis Mayhem And Menopause

September 23, 2020 ∙ 45 mins

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Have you always had a burning desire for something more in your life? A hankering to hone and groom a talent or interest? If you are like most people, life has gotten in the way of … well, your life! What if you could pivot and launch a satisfying career - one you wouldn’t have dared dream of 10 or 20 years ago? Today’s guest did just that. Let’s meet our pivoter - a dynamic woman over 50 who threw caution to the wind and dared to step into her truth and live her best life! If you thought it was too late, think again!

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Martinis Mayhem And Menopause

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Date

September 23, 2020

Length

45 mins

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